2024 Fundraiser Now Live: Support Autistic Artists in Film and Media!
Most members of our community are familiar with our Annual Galas as an evening dedicated to the celebration of autistic creative talent in film and media production, but did you know it is also our biggest (and ONLY) fundraising event of the year?
As a registered Canadian charity (822199238RR0001), we rely on donations to continue advancing our studio and supporting autistic creators. Today we are thrilled to announce the launch of our 2024 fundraising campaign!
WHY THIS MATTERS
The film and media industry thrives on innovation, unique perspectives, and creative storytelling and offers an enriching landscape for autistic creators to explore their talents, express their identities and connect with others in meaningful ways. But often, young people on the autism spectrum face barriers when trying to break into these fields. Whether it’s lack of opportunities, accessible resources and tools, or mentors and employers who understand neurodiversity, the challenges are real.
That’s where we come in. Spectrum Productions is dedicated to providing opportunities for discovery and hands-on-training in a supportive environment where autistic youth and young adults can explore their interests, passions, and talents in media production—whether it's behind the camera, in front of it, or working with cutting-edge technologies. Through our production studio and our programs, we aim to:
Create an inclusive and creative space where these young artists can thrive, collaborate, share their interests, and tell their own stories.
Provide professional-grade equipment to give youth a chance to learn with the tools used in the industry.
Offer workshops and mentorship from filmmakers and professionals who understand the challenges neurodiverse individuals face.
Support career development and networking opportunities in film and media for our participants.
Build a public and widely recognized platform to share film and media from the autism community with the world!
WHAT WE’RE ASKING
We are asking for your help and support! Whether through donations, spreading the word, or attending our upcoming Gala, your involvement can have a huge impact on a young autistic artist’s future. Our goal is to raise $100,000 by December 31, 2024!
HOW YOU CAN HELP
Donate: Every dollar counts! Your contribution will go directly toward our programs, helping autistic youth access training, mentorship, and equipment they need to succeed.
Attend Our 15th Annual Gala: This year’s program features 10 short films produced by 47 young autistic artists from our 2024 summer camp programs. We’ll have food, drinks and a silent auction, not to mention great company and a lot of fun. Invite your family and friends!
Subscribe to Spectrum Studios: Our new YouTube channel - Spectrum Studios - features regular releases of original creative work by autistic artists from our studio and beyond.
Spread the Word: Share our campaign on social media, with friends, family, and colleagues. The more people who know about our mission, the bigger impact we can make!