Is the Film Funding Catalyst for me?

If you have a movie you want to make, there’s a place for you here. The Film Funding Catalyst is designed for first-time and experienced writers, directors, producers, and storytellers who want a clear, executable path to film projects.

What if I'm not ready to fund my whole movie?

You're in a great place to start. You don't need to have your entire production budget figured out yet. Bring the movie you want to make and what you know today. You'll learn how First Money can help you begin building from there.

What if I've never raised money before?

Then this is a great place to start. You don’t need film funding experience or an investor network. Come to the Film Funding Catalyst ready to learn, explore what’s possible, and leave with a practical path to fund your film.

Is the Film Funding Catalyst REALLY free?

Yes. Cuz who got time for that? CineSparq is covering the cost, so all you have to do is show up. You’ll get live training, real film funding strategy, and practical tools to take your raise from idea to launch. By the end of our time together, many filmmakers will have launched an active film funding campaign. Will you be one of them?

Will there be a replay?

Ouuh friend, we’re not gonna do that. That’s a setup for procrastination, and you don’t have time for that. The Film Funding Catalyst is about what it takes to make movies, not watch them. So protect your time, show up for your story, and come ready to raise money.

FILM FUNDING CATALYST

Sponsored by CineSparq

Use Your Story.

Fund Your Film.

Make Your Movie.

A three-day LIVE workshop designed to help independent filmmakers turn their story into a raise campaign that secures production funding.

LIVE ONLINE | OCTOBER 15–17

5pm - 8pm EST

Join from anywhere in the world

NO COST · Registration Required

SAVE MY SEAT

You have worked way too hard, for way too long to Stay Stuck Here.

Let's be real...

You have the vision.

You wrote the script.

You’re committed to the journey.

And you have been doing all the things but still can’t figure out a play that moves you closer to the money.

Too many amazing stories end here. But yours doesn't have to.

Start Where You Are.

Take Your Story Further.

The Film Funding Catalyst™ helps you activate what’s already within reach and secure funding for what comes next.

Your story...

is more than just a movie you want to make. It’s proof that, with the right support, it can become a film that changes lives, inspires people, sparks conversation, inspires, and entertains.

Your relationships…

help launch your capital raise campaign, turning a list of names into supporters, champions, and connectors who amplify your vision and rally behind your success.

Your voice…

is more powerful than you’ve been taught to believe. The way you share your passion, purpose, and perspective can turn belief into action and support you need to bring your film to life.

Your First Money Is Already Within Reach.

Your first funding goal doesn't have to cover your entire production budget. It just has to give you the greenlight to keep moving forward.

Show Me How

You May Be Closer Than You Think.

Film funding can make it feel like you're always missing something—money, talent, connections, industry experience, the right hands.

But every breakout film has to start somewhere.

Film Funding Catalyst helps you start with what you already have and use it to begin building the support and momentum that moves your movie forward.

USE WHAT YOU HAVE.
START WHERE YOU ARE.
TAKE YOUR STORY FURTHER.

Move Your Movie Forward

Put Your Film in Motion

SAVE MY SEAT

Who Is This For?

It’s for you if you’re ready to show up for your story.

And really, that's the only qualification.

A STORY YOU BELIEVE IN

The script that you've invested so much time and energy into unlocks your next steps.

A PERFECTLY PACKAGED PROJECT

Your first money doesn’t require every detail mapped out. It starts with believing in your vision. We'll help you with the rest.

A RICH NETWORK & INVESTORS

Your story is so much bigger than money alone. Lock into your vision and unlock the funding to make the movie you love.

PRIOR FILM FUNDING EXPERIENCE

Starting fresh is an advantage because raising money is a skill you can master with the right tools and guidance.

COURAGE TO TAKE THE FIRST STEP

And if you’ve come this far, you’re one click closer to that first bold decision that could change where your story lands.

What We Do... Together

Film Funding Catalyst is designed as a live, three-day experience because each day builds intentionally on the one before it.

Day

Day 1

Choose Your Funding Path

Explore the types of capital available to you, determine what your film needs next, and choose the funding path that aligns with where you are in your journey.

Day 2

Build Your Support System

Tap into your core network and prepare to share your vision. Then create meaningful touchpoints that deepen their connection to your story and inspire lasting support.

Day 3

Launch Your First Money Raise

Create the core pieces of your pitch, shape your outreach message, and put your raise in motion.

THERE’S POWER IN DOING THIS TOGETHER

Film funding can feel overwhelming when you have to figure it out on your own. That’s why, for three days, you won’t have to.

You’ll learn, apply, and move alongside filmmakers all working toward the same goal: making movies you love.

I'm Ready

Start Here.
Raise Money.
Make Your Movie.

You already have everything you need to kick-off a successful film funding campaign. It's time to put it to work for your story.

I Want This!