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Whether five dollars or five thousand, every contribution helps bring this film to the screen.

How To

Fundraising Goal: $35,000

Budget Breakdown
Film Prep & Marketing$6k

Producers compensation, campaign labor, website development, insurance, and location permits.

Principal Photography$13k

Meals, gas, pay, locations, set design, and camera equipment rentals for a crew of 10+.

Post-Production$6k

Compensation for the post-production team. May include subscription services and editing suites.

Contingency$5k

Unforeseen expenses, schedule adjustments, last-minute needs, and potential travel challenges.

Total Funding Needed for Film Production$30k
Composer's Commission

A Joint Endeavor

In addition to the production budget, the documentary team is also fundraising for half of the composer's commission. The other half will be funded by Versipel New Music, which will also cover venue and chamber ensemble fees. This partnership allows each organization to contribute its expertise while sharing the financial responsibility. Together, these contributions support both the creation of the score and its live performance alongside the film.

Total Funding Needed for Score Commission$5k

Thank You to Our Donors

Gold Donors

Nathan Freeland

Brandy Freeland

Tammy Baker

Sandra Raby

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Nathan Freeland

Brandy Freeland

Tammy Baker

Sandra Raby

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Silver Donors

Diane Rogers

Kathleen Raby

Preston Schrag

Ethan Ostrom

Luke Baker

Robert Riding

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Diane Rogers

Kathleen Raby

Preston Schrag

Ethan Ostrom

Luke Baker

Robert Riding

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Project to Life

This film is only possible with a community that believes in artists, in honest conversations, and in the power of story.

Your support helps us keep the conversation going.

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Whether large or small, every donation plays a meaningful role in a bigger story — supporting our artists and bringing this project to life.

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How can I become a sponsor?

Reach out to mydreamhasthornsfilm@gmail.com and we'll share sponsorship tiers and how your logo can appear on the film, across the website, and at the screening.

Where does my donation go?

Every contribution funds production, compensates artists, and helps the film reach its audience — see the full budget breakdown above.

How else can I help?

Share the film on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, or YouTube, sign up for the newsletter, and tell other artists about the project — it all helps grow the conversation.

When and where is the screening?

A multidisciplinary red-carpet screening is planned for Fall 2027 in New Orleans. Details are on the Screening page.