What Fuels Your Soulfire?
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We believe excellence is rooted in why
and how we create.
Our process centers on equitable,
philanthropic collaboration,
uplifting everyone involved —
from our crew and partners,
to the communities our stories touch.
Philanthropic Egalitarian Filmmaking ​
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Fiscal Sponsorship:
A project is partnered with a mission-aligned nonprofit, empowering win-win collaborations that reduce costs, grow connected audiences, and build strong foundations for both financial and meaningful returns.
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Investment & Impact:
Investors contribute tax-deductible donations, receiving impact and recognition through philanthropic outcomes. Vendors benefit from in-kind donations and tax receipts, boosting their social influence.
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Publicity & Community:
Our films spotlight not just the story, but the network of nonprofits, companies, and individuals who support regenerative, community-oriented filmmaking.
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Equal Pay & Residuals:
Inspired by the “Ethos” model, everyone—from cast to crew—earns the same weekly rate with equitable residuals. 60% of gross revenue goes to investors/nonprofit partners, and 40% is shared among the team based on time spent working. Once costs are recouped, the split moves to 50-50 permanently.
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Ancillary Revenue:
Merchandise, location-based experiences, and more options for ongoing gains shared among all contributors.
Our Model In Action: Into Light
Illuminating What’s Possible...
When we set out to tell the story of suffrage martyr Inez Millholland, we envisioned more than a short film—we aspired to spark a movement rooted in community, history, and collective action. Partnering with Ishtar Films as our fiscal conduit (a visionary female-led company dedicated to women's stories) we built an alliance that went far beyond traditional filmmaking.
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Drawing on the passionate networks of the National Women’s History Alliance and the National Women’s History Museum, Into Light became a true collaboration. Their support brought not only authenticity and lived expertise, but also galvanized hundreds of supporters who contributed funds, costumes, and historical recreation chops. Each partner’s generosity uplifted the entire production, proving what’s possible when storytelling unites a community with shared purpose.
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Released in the crucial 2020 election year, Into Light became more than a film—it was a tool for change. Through screenings and grassroots outreach, we empowered audiences to honor Inez’s legacy by registering to vote and making their voices heard, even in the uncertainty of the pandemic.
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The result? Global festival awards, ongoing worldwide distribution, and a model for cinema that is as regenerative as it is inspiring. Our contract with Multicom Entertainment continues, ensuring Inez’s story—and this collaborative spirit—reaches new audiences year after year.
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What fills us with purpose is knowing this model is not just a one-time achievement. It’s a living proof that filmmaking can be philanthropic, egalitarian, and deeply human.