Fiscal Sponsorship Dashboard
Congratulations on Being Accepted for Fiscal Sponsorship!
This page contains all of the most important information and resources you need to make the most of your Fiscal Sponsorship and to run a successful your fundraising campaign!
We encourage you to take the time to educate yourself on the art and science of film funding and to explore all the resources we have available here!
Make sure to bookmark this page!
Come back here first and often for all of your questions and needs related to your fiscal sponsorship and fundraising.
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Get news and updates on our film grants, fiscal sponsorship program, classes, free webinars, as well as expert advice on funding, finishing, and distributing your film.
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***Crucial Next Steps***
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OR
At the bare mininum, please watch the two lessons on Crowdfunding before launching your crowdfunding campaign or scheduling your first consultation. We’ve edited them out into a separate video to make it easy.
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Download and Watch FREE Course
How to Fund Your Film by Carole Dean
In this 3 Hour Powerpoint course, you will learn:
- Secrets for creating successful crowdfunding campaigns
- Hosting successful fundraising ZOOM and house parties
- How to find and close high net worth investors and donors
- Making one-on-one asks that work
- How to manage and find the time you need to fund raise
- Creating successful pitches for donors and investors
- How to build your audience, and get them to fund and purchase your film
- How to win grants
- and Much More!
We normally sell this course for $48, but it’s FREE with your Fiscal Sponsorship!
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Set up a Free Fundraising Page on Allyra
From the Heart Productions has partnered with Allyra (formerly WeDidIt) to allow our fiscally sponsored filmmakers to create stunning donation pages and crowdfunding campaigns for their fundraising.
Alternative
If you’re not ready to set up a fundraising page but would like to be able to receive online donations, please email info@fromtheheartproductions.com to request a PayPal Donation Link and QR Code.
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Schedule a Free Consultation
Book a free consultation with Carole Joyce, our Fiscal Sponsorship expert, to discuss your film and next steps!
If you live outside of the U.S., please email Carole Joyce directly to schedule at ceo.avcinc@gmail.com.
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Recommended Next Steps – Quick Links
- Add Film to Our Fiscal Sponsorship Directory Website
- Apply for the Roy. W Dean Grant
- Schedule a Personal Consultation with Carole Dean
- Try the Learn Producing Class for Free
- Do an AI Script Analysis and Financial Forecast with LargoAI
- Research Private Foundations and Grantors with Grant Advance
- Explore our Podcasts, Articles, Classes and Videos
- Apply for Other Film Grants
Fiscal Sponsorship Key Information
Fees
6% for Checks and Wire Transfers
7% for Credit Card Donations via PayPal or Allyra
1% fee for all donations from outside of U.S.
These fees cover our legal, administrative, and accounting costs.
Make Checks Payable to:
From the Heart Productions, Inc.
1013 Harbor Blvd #53
Oxnard, CA 93035
Ask your donor to write the name of your film in the Memo Line.
Wire Transfers
Please email info@fromtheheartproductions.com to request wire transfer information.
From the Heart Productions, Inc. is a 501(c) Non-Profit Fiscal Sponsor
EIN #95-4445418
Important Financial Documents
All Important Financial Documents for From the Heart Productions you may need for taxes or applying for grants are located in this Dropbox Folder
Quick Downloads
Contact Information
Phone Number
(805)984-0098
Address
From The Heart Productions, Inc.
1013 Harbor Blvd #53
Oxnard, CA 93035
Emails
Customer Service – info@fromtheheartproductions.com
Roy W. Dean Grant – roywdeangrants@gmail.com
Carole Dean – President – carole@fromtheheartproductions.com
Shirley Bennett – Bookkeeping / Payments – shirley@fromtheheartproductions.com
Carole Joyce – Consultations / Fiscal Sponsorship – ceo.avcinc@gmail.com
Adam Heyes – LargoAI / Grant Advance – adamdheyes@gmail.com
Allyra Tech Support
support@teamallegiance.com or (877) 858-7654
Work with Carole Dean
Work personally or take a class from Carole Dean, Founder and President of From the Heart Productions.
Professional Referrals
These are top experts who have been helping From the Heart clients for years.
We highly recommend them!
Make sure to tell them you are Fiscally Sponsored by From the Heart and they will take great care of you!
Click Job Title to Reveal Contact Information
Allyra Campaign Design
Adam Heyes
- Allyra Campaign Design
- Website and Graphic Design
- Pitch Decks
- Movie Posters
- Grant Research and Writing
- Crowdfunding Video Editing
Email: adamdheyes@gmail.com
Phone: (425)448-0982
Adam Heyes is a multidisciplinary creative and business developer, working primarily with filmmakers, artists, authors, transformational teachers, and non-profit organizations. Adam has worked with From the Heart Productions for over a decade, helping the organization and hundreds of clients with pitch decks, design, editing, film and event production, website development, marketing, course design, and fundraising. He worked extensively with two award-winning From the Heart documentaries, Ground Operations about sustainable farming for veterans, and Take Back Your Power about the dangers of smart meters. Adam graduated Summa Cum Laude and Phi Beta Kappa from UCLA’s Honors Program with a degree in Psychology, and holds a Master’s Degree in Spiritual Psychology from the University of Santa Monica.
Animation
Creating Emmy award-winning hand-drawn and painterly animation, and related art, for over 3 decades.
Working with big studios, cozy boutiques, and as a one-man/one-stop shop from pre-production through production; now entirely digital and paperless for easy collaboration around the world.
Audio Post Production
AUDIOKUT
is a full-service audio post production company.
We specialize in small and medium-sized feature and T.V. productions.
Services include:
ADR, Digital Foley, Music Editing, Dialog Editing, Sound Effects Design, 5.1 Mixing, Audio Restoration, M&E mixing, Audio Layback, Music Production, Score Composition, and access to our large in-house source library. With our guerrilla-style rates, expertise and dedication we are confident that you will be totally satisfied with the finished project.
Contact: Jerry Deaton – 818.434.2601
Listen to Jerry Deaton on
The Art of Film Funding with Carole Dean
on Blog Talk Radio
Closed Captioning
Cinepros provides broadcast- and cinema-quality closed captioning and subtitling services.
They also specialize in transcription and scripting services.
Colorist
Sam Dlugach
Sam Dlugach C.S.I. has been coloring moving images for over 27 years. He began his career in Nashville before moving to Los Angeles, where he’s worked as final colorist in every imaginable genre, including feature film, episodic television, commercials, and music videos. He counts all major Hollywood studios among his clients, and his work is seen by millions of viewers every day. A member of the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, the Colorists Society International, and the International Documentary Association, Sam is a past recipient of the Roy W. Dean Film Grant. In addition to domestic and international studio work, he enjoys working with independent filmmakers and has a particular passion for non-fiction projects that illuminate the human condition.
Crowdfunding Campaign Management and Strategy
Jenny Waldo
A producer, writer, director, film educator, and accomplished crowdfunder, credits include her recent feature film directorial debut Acid Test, which premiered at the Austin Film Festival and was nominated for the Texas Independent Film Award by the Houston Film Critics Society.
Crowdfunding Video Editing
Adam Heyes
- Crowdfunding Video Editing
- Allyra Campaign Design
- Website and Graphic Design
- Pitch Decks
- Movie Posters
- Grant Research and Writing
Email: adamdheyes@gmail.com
Phone: (425)448-0982
Adam Heyes is a multidisciplinary creative and business developer, working primarily with filmmakers, artists, authors, transformational teachers, and non-profit organizations. Adam has worked with From the Heart Productions for over a decade, helping the organization and hundreds of clients with pitch decks, design, editing, film and event production, website development, marketing, course design, and fundraising. He worked extensively with two award-winning From the Heart documentaries, Ground Operations about sustainable farming for veterans, and Take Back Your Power about the dangers of smart meters. Adam graduated Summa Cum Laude and Phi Beta Kappa from UCLA’s Honors Program with a degree in Psychology, and holds a Master’s Degree in Spiritual Psychology from the University of Santa Monica.
Equipment Rental and Purchase
Entertainment Law
Robert L. Seigel
For over twenty years, Robert L. Seigel has provided dedicated legal services to clients in entertainment and general media, specializing in independent film and television, and fiction and non-fiction projects at all stages from development through distribution.
New York, NY 10022
Grant Research and Writing
Adam Heyes
- Grant Research and Writing
- Crowdfunding Video Editing
- Allyra Campaign Design
- Website and Graphic Design
- Pitch Decks
- Movie Posters
Email: adamdheyes@gmail.com
Phone: (425)448-0982
Adam Heyes is a multidisciplinary creative and business developer, working primarily with filmmakers, artists, authors, transformational teachers, and non-profit organizations. Adam has worked with From the Heart Productions for over a decade, helping the organization and hundreds of clients with pitch decks, design, editing, film and event production, website development, marketing, course design, and fundraising. He worked extensively with two award-winning From the Heart documentaries, Ground Operations about sustainable farming for veterans, and Take Back Your Power about the dangers of smart meters. Adam graduated Summa Cum Laude and Phi Beta Kappa from UCLA’s Honors Program with a degree in Psychology, and holds a Master’s Degree in Spiritual Psychology from the University of Santa Monica.
Hard Drives and Memory Cards
Filmtools is the go-to destination for creatives looking to source production equipment such as: camera support, lighting, studio carts, grip, electrical, recordable media, hard drives and memory card storage, audio equipment, and on-set expendables. We love what we do! We’re a passionate company built by filmmakers, photographers, educators, animators, developers, and creative doers that love to share our experiences to help our customers achieve their goals.
www.filmtools.com
richardk@filmtools.com
818-450-1122
Insurance
We are proud to offer specialized coverage for production and event insurance of all types.
MovieInsure.com offers a wide variety of A-rated, Admitted (and occasionally Non-Admitted) insurance companies for our clients to choose from. We only deal with companies that are on the Insurance Commissioner’s approved list.
Movie Posters and Graphic Design
Adam Heyes
- Movie Posters
- Website and Graphic Design
- Crowdfunding Video Editing
- Allyra Campaign Design
- Pitch Decks
- Grant Research and Writing
Email: adamdheyes@gmail.com
Phone: (425)448-0982
Adam Heyes is a multidisciplinary creative and business developer, working primarily with filmmakers, artists, authors, transformational teachers, and non-profit organizations. Adam has worked with From the Heart Productions for over a decade, helping the organization and hundreds of clients with pitch decks, design, editing, film and event production, website development, marketing, course design, and fundraising. He worked extensively with two award-winning From the Heart documentaries, Ground Operations about sustainable farming for veterans, and Take Back Your Power about the dangers of smart meters. Adam graduated Summa Cum Laude and Phi Beta Kappa from UCLA’s Honors Program with a degree in Psychology, and holds a Master’s Degree in Spiritual Psychology from the University of Santa Monica.
Music
David Raiklen
David Raiklen is a composer-producer-host. He was mentored by Oscar winner John Williams and Pulitzer Prize winner Mel Powel. Dr. Raiklen studied at USC and CalArts and later taught at those universities. He has worked for Fox, Sony, Disney, Sprint, Mattel, Warner Bros and PBS, plus many independent producers. Films he scored have starred Elliott Gould, Doug Jones, and Martin Sheen. David made the New York Film Critics Top Ten with the documentary Heist, the short list for an Academy Award® for Worth, and Mia, A Dancer’s Journey won the Emmy.
David Raiklen compositions have been performed at the Hollywood Bowl and Disney Hall. He is also host of a successful radio program, Classical Fan Club, where guests include Joshua Bell and John Williams; and is host and leader of The Academy of Scoring Arts seminars. David is currently producing and composing for Space Command, a series of epic adventures set in a hopeful future, and creating a Virtual Reality experience.
Pitch Decks
Adam Heyes
- Pitch Decks
- Website and Graphic Design
- Movie Posters
- Crowdfunding Video Editing
- Allyra Campaign Design
- Grant Research and Writing
Email: adamdheyes@gmail.com
Phone: (425)448-0982
Adam Heyes is a multidisciplinary creative and business developer, working primarily with filmmakers, artists, authors, transformational teachers, and non-profit organizations. Adam has worked with From the Heart Productions for over a decade, helping the organization and hundreds of clients with pitch decks, design, editing, film and event production, website development, marketing, course design, and fundraising. He worked extensively with two award-winning From the Heart documentaries, Ground Operations about sustainable farming for veterans, and Take Back Your Power about the dangers of smart meters. Adam graduated Summa Cum Laude and Phi Beta Kappa from UCLA’s Honors Program with a degree in Psychology, and holds a Master’s Degree in Spiritual Psychology from the University of Santa Monica.
Post Production
We offer production services for television, motion pictures, commercial and corporate work. From initial concept, production coordinating to principle photography we can supply a vast range of camera, grip and lighting equipment as well as seasoned professional crew who will make your vision a reality.
ProMedia provides color correction and grading services for film, television, commercials, corporate films and new media projects. Our 5K color suite has been fully integrated with DaVinci Resolve and comfortably fits 5 for supervised sessions. ProMedia’s veteran colorists are efficient, creative, fast, and strive to deliver the maximum amount of service for your project’s budget.
ProMedia is home to 7 Edit suites capable of hosting up to 14 systems on our dedicated ISIS server. Our team is experienced in various off-line and on-line workflows for Avid, Adobe Premiere, and Final Cut.
New York, NY 10128
Proofreading and Copy Editing
Cinda Jackson
Before you present your book, screenplay, advertisement, website, or any writing project to the public or to a potential investor, it is essential that your work not only be error-free, but as eloquent and effective as possible. With decades of experience, Cinda Jackson’s meticulous proofreading services assure that you her expert copy editing will efficiently and effectively capture the essence of your message and engage your audience, while preserving your unique voice and style.
Screenwriting
Since 1989, Writers Boot Camp’s membership and coursework has helped writers and creative collaborators reach the highest levels of the industry by teaching a comprehensive full-development process and professional approach that leads writers to becoming the authority of their own work. Alumni credits include more than 30 major movies and 80 network and cable television series.
Trailer Editing
Michael Torres
Filmmaker, Editor, and Post Production Consultant. Michael combines his love of filmmaking and art to create living stories that uplift, inspire, and make us feel. Michael has created original content for The Spring Hill Company, YouTube Originals, Fox Sports, Spotify Studios, The NFL Network, and ESPN. When he’s not in production, Michael is a teacher of metaphysical studies and meditation at the Agape International Spiritual Center in Los Angeles.
Websites
Adam Heyes
- Website and Graphic Design
- Crowdfunding Video Editing
- Allyra Campaign Design
- Pitch Decks
- Movie Posters
- Grant Research and Writing
Email: adamdheyes@gmail.com
Phone: (425)448-0982
Adam Heyes is a multidisciplinary creative and business developer, working primarily with filmmakers, artists, authors, transformational teachers, and non-profit organizations. Adam has worked with From the Heart Productions for over a decade, helping the organization and hundreds of clients with pitch decks, design, editing, film and event production, website development, marketing, course design, and fundraising. He worked extensively with two award-winning From the Heart documentaries, Ground Operations about sustainable farming for veterans, and Take Back Your Power about the dangers of smart meters. Adam graduated Summa Cum Laude and Phi Beta Kappa from UCLA’s Honors Program with a degree in Psychology, and holds a Master’s Degree in Spiritual Psychology from the University of Santa Monica.
Recommended Next Steps
Get a detailed script analysis and financial forecasting from the film industry’s leading artificial intelligence based program, designed to give filmmakers crucial data and recommendations about their films.
The information that Largo provides is an invaluable tool for pitching your film to investors and distributors, hiring crew, and making casting decisions.
For over 30 years, the Roy W. Dean Grants have funded independent feature films, documentaries, web series, and shorts that are unique and make a contribution to society that, without its help, might otherwise never get made.
Now Accepting Applications for 2024 Fall Grant
Deadline: October 31st, 2024
Grant Advance is a massive database of contact information and charitable giving history of private foundations and grantors based on their tax reporting.
For a small donation, an expert from From the Heart Productions will research a custom list of approximately 100 organizations we recommend reaching out to for your film’s fundraising campaign, and help you strategize.
Allyra Information and Resources
New to Allyra?
You must request an invitation from From the Heart Productions to info@fromtheheartproductions.com to join with our account. Do not set up an account directly from Allyra’s website.
After you create your account, login at https://allyrafundraising.com/users/sign_in
We recommend you create an “Appeal” (Campaign) Page rather than a Donation Page. It has more features and customizability and will allow you include built in donation rewards.
- Webinar about setup and features
- Short video on how to set up your donation page
- Setup guide
- Article on creating a great Allyra crowdfunding page
*Please note that the tutorial videos still use the old WeDidIt branding. We will be updating these soon!
For any technical questions, please reach out to Allyra’s tech support at support@teamallegiance.com
Crowdfunding Videos
Check out these trailers and crowdfunding videos from successful campaigns!
Robyn Symon raised over $250,000 for her Roy W. Dean Grant winning film Do No Harm on two Kickstarter campaigns.
Filmmaker Marzy Hart raised $16,257 for her short film 2 Weeks on Seed & Spark using this excellent pitch video.
Before you launch your crowdfunding campaign, please review these important strategies and insights.
These are recommended by both From the Heart Productions and Seed&Spark.
What You Want to Aim For: The First 30%
It’s really important to get to 30% as quickly as possible and ideally in the first 3 days! The reason that 30% is so important is that it tells the general public that there is momentum behind this project, that the people nearest to you are excited and trust you, and that there is a good chance this project will get funded!
Read How to Get It!
1. Direct, Personalized Outreach!
Specifically, writing great crowdfunding emails. Read this terrific guide from Seed&Spark!
- Historically speaking, 60-80% of people who will contribute to your campaign know you or know about the project already. How many people do you have a direct connection with who are interested in what you are doing and want to be a part of this!
2. Social Media!
Break down your social media and direct outreach through:
- 10-20 personal emails/day
- 10-20 tweets/day
- 2-5 Facebook posts/day
- Engage with your supporters! Retweet them, like their posts, interact!
— *All of these posts CAN’T be about your project or the campaign. You need to create a social media plan that builds out the world of your story. Profile inspirations for making this project, history of the genre, etc.
— Follow a 5:1 ratio of posts. For every post that you talk about yourself or ask people to contribute something, you need to offer 5 cool things not about you.
3. Updates
Ideally 2 of these updates are going out every week.
- IMAGE — Always include an image! We’re visual creatures.
- TONE — Focus on the world of the story and what you can share, that’s good for both you and the audience.
- MAKE IT EASY — Use easily shareable language and links for your followers to post! It’s gotta be simple for them to tell the world about your project.
Recommended Classes
Learn Producing
The Ultimate Course for Indie Film Production
ONGOING NOW! JOIN ANY TIME
Taught Every 2 Saturdays at 9am PT
Live On Zoom – Classes are 1.5 – 2 Hours
Special Guest Instructor with Q&A Each Class
Film Attorney Robert Siegel and Film Industry Expert Jonathon M. Smith Join Each Class
Join by Monthly Subscription
2 Classes per Month for $44
Get Class Recording Free
This comprehensive course will give you the information, guidance, and support to become a successful producer and get the funding you need to make your film a reality!
Financing, Budget, Distribution, Post, Locations, Hiring Crew, Music, Marketing, Legal, much more!
Get your First Month (2 Classes) for Free!
Special FREE Gift for Fiscally Sponsored Filmmakers
Get 1 FREE Producer Class Recordings Bundle of Your Choice
Simply email info@fromtheheartproductions.com and tell us which bundle you want. We’ll send the download link. That’s it!
Options
(Click Below to See Class Recordings Included in Each Bundle)
Documentary
- Class 9: Trailers with Michael Torres
- Class 28: Documentary Distribution with Keith Ochwat
- Class 30: Pitching Your Project with Carole Dean
Feature Filmmakers
- Class 11: Script Breakdown with Kara Williamson
- Class 12: Budgeting with Jonathon M. Smith
- Class 15: Locations & Hiring Crew with Chris Debiec
Film Funding
- Class 6: HNI’s & Investors with Kara Williamson
- Class 13: Film Funding with Kara Williamson
- Class 29: Fundraising Parties with Carole Dean
Low Budget Screenwriting Masterclass
- Class 26: Low Budget Screenwriting Masterclass – Part 1 with Jonathon M. Smith
- Class 27: Low Budget Screenwriting Masterclass – Part 2 with Jonathon M. Smith
Production Crafts
- Class 10: Color Correction with Sam Dlugach
- Class 22: Audio with Jerry Deaton
- Class 23: Music with David Raiklen
On the third Tuesday of each month at 10am PT, Carole Dean will conduct a class for our fiscally sponsored filmmakers to help you perfect your pitch.
In her recorded Film Funding Guidance Class, Carole Dean, president and founder of From the Heart Productions, covers the importance of defining your mission, having a vision for yourself and your film, and how to set goals.
4 Month Course Taught by Indie Film Funding Experts Carole Dean & Tom Malloy
Learn How To Get Your Film Funded
Do you know how to get your paperwork, pitch, and budget to a point where you can close donors and investors with confidence?
Do you know how to motivate people to support you and donate to or invest in your project?
Are you one of 15 filmmakers ready to take your film funding to the next level and learn from experts how to raise what you need to complete your film and win over distributors?
Then join instructors Carole Dean and Tom Malloy who will guide and inspire you to get your film funded in their Intentional Filmmaking Class.
Recommended Videos by Carole Dean
Film Funding Insider Series with Carole Dean – Episode 1;
The Art of the Pitch
Carole Dean provides practical strategies for independent filmmakers to secure funding for their projects, emphasizing the importance of mastering the art of pitching and engaging with potential investors effectively. The key focus is on portraying confidence, enthusiasm, and capturing the interest of investors through concise and powerful pitches, ultimately leading to successful fundraising and project realization.
A playlist of videos by Carole Dean covering all aspects of successful film funding!
A Series of Webinars Hosted by Carole Dean Designed to Answer All Questions About Film Funding…That You Were Afraid to Ask!
Each film funding webinar, will revolve around a specific topic on film funding. It could be house and zoom parties, crowdfunding, grants, whatever will help filmmakers raise money for their films. On each webinar, she will be joined by a special guest and have a Q & A
The Art of Film Funding Podcast with Carole Dean
On our The Art of Film Funding Podcast, Carole Dean and guest host Heather Lenz interview award winning filmmakers, crowdfunding experts, entertainment lawyers and others in the film industry who share their knowledge and experiences.
All of the many hours of film wisdom, tips, and advice (over 370 episodes) is available to you for free online.
Listen On
Recommended Guides and Blogs by Carole Dean
Recommended Books
External Resources
Need More Help?
Email info@fromtheheartproductions.com or call (805)984-0098