Mission: |
A nonprofit association of Boston-based
independent documentary filmmakers, FC, Inc.
supports the production of independent documentaries
that increase public understanding and dialogue
about social, cultural, racial, historical,
political and environmental issues. FC, Inc.
also works to educate and inform the public
about documentary films and the filmmaking
process. |
History, Goals, &
Achievements: |
Founded
in 1986 by Michal Goldman, FC, Inc.'s original
purpose was to create a fiscal sponsor for independent
filmmakers. As such it oversees grants without
charging filmmakers exorbitant and sometimes
prohibitive fees. The goals include bringing
high-quality film and video programming to underserved
Boston audiences, engaging audiences in lively
discussions about film and filmmaking, and increasing
access to a broad range of programming. FC,
Inc. currently offers three award-winning outreach
programs. |
| Programs
&
Services: |
Film Talks brings
diverse films to underserved audiences; Filmmakers
Open Studios is a free annual event opening
greater Boston studios to the public; and Film
Works is a hands-on video making program for
underserved youth. |
| Annual
Budget: |
Expenses:
$100,532; Income: $104,068 |
| Staff: |
2 part-time;
1 fundraising volunteer |
| Board: |
5; meets
2-3 times a year |
| Committees: |
Fundraising/Board
Development; Filmmakers Collaborative Member
Recruitment |
| Fundraising: |
Special
events; planning a direct mail solicitation;
Board is increasing its fundraising involvement;
grants; earned income (4-5% of filmmakers' grants) |
| Donors: |
Very
few, mostly friends and relatives |
| Fundraising
Challenges: |
Building
a donor base; planning with direct mail; special
event advice; cultivating appropriate Board
members |
| Consultant
Needs: |
FC, Inc.
hopes to engage its Board in taking on more
fundraising responsibilities. Additionally,
the organization is exploring Board member cultivation
and the development of a nominating process
and term limits, so a consultant with Board
development experience would be beneficial.
Further aid could come from a consultant with
strategic planning experience who can help the
organization in the development of realistic,
feasible strategies to raise money. |
