The Islamic Scholarship Fund (ISF) recognizes this problem and believes that the most effective way to tackle it is from within.  Since its inception in 2008, ISF has supported outstanding Muslim students to pursue careers in the field of humanities.  Through self-representation and direct involvement, students can re-direct the discourse and establish a positive and correct portrayal of Muslims.

 

The Islamic Scholarship Fund Film Grant specifically aims to facilitate and support Muslims entering the world of film, who intend to create artistic, engaging and positive stories about Muslims.  The chosen recipient will receive a $20,000 grant, which allows them to focus their energy and attention entirely on the creative process.  Grant recipients will also receive mentorship and/or networking opportunities from an industry professional to help further the advancement of their script and film.

 

We've already raised over $2,000 in offline donations and need your help to make it to the rest of our goal! 

ISF has had success with many of its film recipients as award winning filmmakers, from winning Emmy awards to sitting down with NBC executives, we can take this even further with giving the filmmaker the tools for making their films and creating more opportunities for Muslims in Hollywood. 

 

The funds will provided will be given to the winning filmmaker who has provided ISF with the strongest story that will create a positive images of Muslim in Hollywood. The funds will go to equipment, crew, production and post-production. 

 

1. Donate to the film fund! All donations are tax deductible.

 

2. Use the social media tools above to spread the word!

 

 Help ISF reach its goal to launch more Muslims in Hollywood and change the narrative of who Muslims are, one film at a time!

 

 

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