Help us make this film a reality

Your donation may be tax deductible through AFI’s 501c3 status!

The American Film Institute is a registered 501c3 non-profit, allowing your donation to be tax deductible.

How Your Donation Helps

This program is designed to launch my directing career!

I’m honored to have been selected out of hundreds of applicants for one of eight spots in the American Film Institute’s DWW+.

This iconic directing intensive has championed women and nonbinary filmmakers for 50 years. Past participants have broken barriers and gone on to win Academy, Emmy, DGA, and PGA Awards.

Where The Money Goes

Your generous contribution will directly fund essential aspects of our production, including location fees, equipment rental, and post-production costs.

We have crafted a detailed budget to ensure that every dollar is allocated efficiently and transparently. Together, we can bring this story to life and make a meaningful impact.

Budget Breakdown  $50,000

We’ve got perks!

This film would not be possible without each and every one of your donations. As a token of our profound gratitude, we’re excited to offer the following incentives.

  • You’ll receive monthly Special Production Updates, from prep through post, and into the festival circuit. Experience all the latest happenings along the way!

  • Be one of the first to see the movie once it’s officially released! You’ll receive a special code for a digital copy of the film.

    BONUS, you'll also receive Special Production Updates

  • An opportunity to see the movie in post-production! Attend a special test screening on the AFI campus and give your notes on the film.

    You'll also receive a Personal Screening Copy and monthly Special Production Updates!

  • You’ll forever be part of the movie with your name appearing in the film’s end credits.

    You'll also receive an invitation to the Test Screening, a Personal Screening Copy, and monthly Special Production Updates!

  • Experience the excitement of the completion of our film in true Hollywood style. You’ll be invited to the Los Angeles Premiere and be one of the first to see the movie on the big screen. Your name will also appear in the end credits!

    Additionally, you'll receive an invitation to the Test Screening, a Personal Screening Copy, and monthly Special Production Updates!

  • All associate producers will get a shared title card in the end credits!

    You'll also receive an invitation to the Cast & Crew Premiere, an invitation to the Test Screening, a Personal Screening Copy, and monthly Special Production Updates!

  • All Co-Executive Producers will get a shared title card in the end credits!

    You'll also receive an invitation to the Cast & Crew Premiere, an invitation to the Test Screening, a Personal Screening Copy, and monthly Special Production Updates!

  • All executive producers will get their own title card in the end credits, emphasizing their importance to the creation of our film.

    You'll also receive an invitation to the Cast & Crew Premiere, an invitation to the Test Screening, a Personal Screening Copy, and monthly Special Production Updates!