Financing / Crowdfunding

From all facets of a traditional raise to soft money to crowdfunding strategies, this is the place to discuss, share content and offer tips and advice regarding raising funds for a project.

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Ashley Renee Smith
BBC Studios Calls Disney a “Key Partner” in Global Financing Strategy

BBC Studios just released its annual report, and the financial highlights are impressive: record revenue of £2.2B and profits of £228M, largely fueled by global partnerships and strategic content investments. One standout detail? Disney continues to be a key partner, especially in the worldwide roll...

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Sydney S
Stage 32 5-Part Finance Lab: How To Find Investors & Raise Money For Your Feature Film

In this private Stage 32 five-session lab, you'll discover everything you need to find, pitch, and secure quality investments from someone who has raised over $15 million in financing for her own projects.

Your educator, Sara Elizabeth Timmins, was on the producing team of the Emmy-nominated docuser...

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Elmare Hendricks
Sos help please

I need help, I need to raise capital for a pilot episode that I will be shooting end of August.

How does one get finances in short space of time for a small project. I need to raise R250 000. South African Rands, its about 14 000 dollars I THINK.

ANY guidance help will be amazing.

Elmare Hendricks

Ashley Renee Smith LIFESAVER , thank you sooooo much

Maria Baltazzi

Great advice from Ashley Renee Smith. Have you tried going into group or tried looking for opportunities on LinkedIn?

Tony Armer

Raising funds is always the hardest part. I’m assuming you’re locked into next month because of actor or location availability, scheduled time off work or a variety of other reasons. Something to cons...

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Elmare Hendricks

Tony Armer I have set up meetings with stakeholders for this coming week. I do have a non profit as well, so I have send letters out to the the Big corporate as well. I have send out letters, from far...

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Elmare Hendricks

I'm on LinkedIn now, and I'm an investigation journalist, hahahah looking and sending out letters.

Sydney S
Stage 32 Finance Lab: Crafting a Financial Investor Prospectus for Your $2-$5MM Feature Film

This lab isn't just about learning; it's about doing. You'll be actively working on your project, applying lessons in real-time, and walking away with a vetted financial investor prospectus. With limited spots available, this lab promises individual attention, hands-on learning, and a dedicated comm...

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Hella Stichlmair

Yes :-) Have a lovely week.

Michael Schaar-Ney

Has the meeting started?

Michael Schaar-Ney

I have the "waiting for the host to start the meeting" message

Dele Fadahunsi

Hi Michael, there's no class today. Check your inboxes for Emma's email thread where we're to book one-on-one Zoom sessions with her, in place of today's class.

Michael Schaar-Ney

Ok copy, thank you Dele!

Wyman Brent
Barnella Knows

Barnella Says Beware!

Cluckin' serious business here!

Be on the lookout for so-called “producers” who send vague collaboration offers in their very first message—often using generic email addresses (like Gmail, Outlook, or Yahoo) and no personal details.

Real professionals rarely rush to collaborate...

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Sydney S
New Webinar! Equity Investment In Film: How to Attract Private Investors

One of the biggest challenges you’ll face as a filmmaker is finding investors and raising real financing for your project. You may have an award-winning script, a strong team, and a clear vision — but without funding, none of it can happen. While the industry seems saturated with projects getting gr...

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James Martin
Nuts & Bolts of Crowdfunding for Films

A space for discussing the title topic.

James Martin

Maurice Vaughan - "a 3-6 sentence synopsis." .... This I can do! Thanks!

I begin with the assumption that I'm making art, not entertainment. The idea that art must be reduced to an industrial churn of...

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Maurice Vaughan

You're welcome, James Martin.

James Martin

You're also an artist, not an entertainer, Maurice Vaughan. And there is no shame in that. In fact, our dignity as human beings is in our being artists, not entertainers. Filmmaking is an art, not ent...

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Ashley Renee Smith

James Martin, If you're looking for solid advice on crowdsourcing and crowdfunding for indie films, you should definitely check out Stage 32 CEO RB's book: Crowdsourcing For Filmmakers: Indie Film & t...

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Jack Binder
Winston Baker Film & Television Finance Forum Venice

I've always been a big fan of Winston Baker Finance Forums at major markets and festivals. Great opportunity to learn from the pros in film and tv finance at these events. If you get the opportunity, highly recommended.

Winston | Baker
Winston | Baker
Winston Baker's 2nd Annual Film & Television Finance Forum Venice
Jack Binder

Film & Television Finance Forum

Maurice Vaughan
Stage 32 Presents: The Art of the Deal – Innovative Financing for Indie Filmmakers

For the past couple weeks, Stage 32 has been sharing exclusive recordings of our 2025 Cannes expert panels on the Stage 32 blog, so you can tap into the insights, strategies, and connections that were shared live on the Croisette—no passport required.

In today’s blog, Stage 32’s founder and CEO, Ric...

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Sydney S

Awesome blog!!

Amanda Toney

I'm really proud of this panel that we did at Cannes and this blog is an excellent video of this conversation recapping the state of financing today.

Elmare Hendricks

this is amazing

Jack Binder
Film Independent Sloan Distribution Grant

Opportunity to fund your film!

The Sloan Distribution Grant is a $50,000 grant awarded by Film Independent to a film entering distribution. Eligible films must depict themes, stories and characters grounded in real science, technology or economics.

Supported by the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation.

www.fi...

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Sloan Distribution Grant - Film Independent
Sloan Distribution Grant - Film Independent
The Sloan Distribution Grant is a $50,000 grant awarded by Film Independent to a film that is entering its distribution phase. Eligible films must depict
Jack Binder

Film Independent Sloan Distribution Grant

Wyman Brent

My proposed short animated/live action film You Will Go Far definitely features technology, but not the kind you seek. Mine features a 1934 Ford V8 Deluxe Sedan. it is a film about Bonnie and Clyde bu...

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Angel Luis Martinez Jr.

I like that concept.

Jack Binder
TDE Short Film Fund Announced

The TDE Films Short Film Fund is now open and accepting applications!

Submission Deadline: June 23, 2025 - July 14, 2025

We’re looking for short films of all genres (narratives addressing real-life events highly encouraged to apply).

Director/Writer or Director with Writer accepted.

Director must have a...

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JR Rodriguez

Just submitted yesterday! Thanks for the reminder!

Sydney S
New 4-Part Class! Smart Film Finance - Matching Your Film's Budget to Distribution Opportunities

Different budget levels and distribution avenues require different strategies and finance plans and must be tailored accordingly if the filmmaker hopes to find success and plans to look out for their financiers.

This comprehensive class will unravel the distinct challenges and opportunities at ever...

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Sydney S

Thank you Sean!!

Crystal L Brooks

I see the class schedule NOW shows it doesn't begin until July 21st. Why wasn't an email sent out notifying those of us who already signed up of the class change? Not cool.

Sydney S

Hi, Crystal, I'm so sorry for the confusion and any frustration this caused. Kayla let me know she reached out earlier with the update via email from edu@stage32.com to the class, but please don’t hes...

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Jon Edwards

Am I hearing here that Sean Flanagan's class start date has been postponed??

I also didn't get any notification. I'm actually relieved because I had a professional engagement this afternoon that took precedence!

Can we get an official notification about the class schedule?

Sydney S

Hi Jon! Yes, Sean’s class has been postponed — please check your inbox for an email from edu@stage32.com . It may have landed in your spam or promotions folder. If you don’t see it, I’m happy to resen...

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