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Fuel CinéDel Labs' 2026 Pilot Year!

With your immediate support, we can launch and complete a lab cycle in ~6 months!

Join us to raise $65,000 to launch the pilot year of CinéDel Labs, empowering Iranian-American filmmakers with education, mentorship, and community. On the Zeffy crowdfunding campaign platform, 100% of your tax-deductible gift powers our vital program - no fees skimmed. (Embedded Zeffy Campaign Below).

Amid current turmoil for Iranians and the diaspora, authentic storytelling resists stereotypes and builds bridges. We're closing the support gap for talented U.S.-based voices, nurturing the next generation of independent filmmakers through targeted creative-professional development.

Your donation supports:

• A robust application review and selection process

• Up to 10 filmmakers for a 1-week lab intensive

• Up to 20+ industry experts and mentors

• Filmmaker & project visibility

• A vital community hub

• Legal/PR support

Act now to spark change! Scroll down to contribute via Zeffy's platform.