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  • A person in a blue jacket and baseball cap crouches beside a gravestone that reads "WEST". The gravestone is decorated with flowers and a small photo. The surrounding area shows more gravestones and trees in the background.

    WHY GIVE?

    It all starts with a story—a story that can change lives.

    First & Lander: Newburgh's Dark Side is a film about redemption, resilience, and the devastating impact of gun violence on the City of Newburgh.

    We are committed to bringing this important story to life, but we need your support to make it happen. Every dollar goes directly toward completing the film, from securing archival footage and legal fees to supporting the talented team behind the camera.

  • Two people operating professional video cameras with headphones in a studio setting, "Good Vibes Only" sign in the background.

    THE POWER OF YOUR DONATION

    100% of your donation goes toward bringing this project to completion.

    Here's how we allocate the funds:

    Production Costs: Supporting additional pick-up days to ensure the full story is captured, securing film rights, archival footage, legal and licensing fees.

    Post-Production: Editing, sound design, and finalizing the documentary.

    Outreach & Distribution: To ensure the film reaches those who need to hear it, including film festivals, screenings, and educational materials.

    Your generosity helps ensure that First & Lander can reach its full potential, and together we can shed light on a city’s journey towards redemption.

  • Two men in a store wearing casual clothes and baseball caps, shaking hands over a glass display counter, with a wall of hats behind them.

    HOW YOU CAN HELP

    Your contribution brings us one step closer to sharing this story with the world.

    Donate Today: Every donation, large or small, helps us cover the costs of production, post-production, and outreach efforts to amplify this story.

    Share the Story: Spread the word. The more people who hear about the project, the more we can create meaningful change.

    Join the Movement: Your involvement doesn’t have to end with a donation. Join our community and support us on social media. Let’s continue the conversation about breaking the cycle of violence.

3% Cover the Fee

Donations are non-refundable.

 FAQs

  • You can support the film by purchasing official merchandise like our logo T-shirt, making a direct donation, or spreading the word about the project. All proceeds from merchandise sales go directly toward funding the production costs of the film.

  • You can buy our official merchandise directly from our Shop page. Your purchase will directly help fund the production of the film.

  • 100% of the proceeds from merchandise sales and donations go towards funding the production of the documentary. This includes covering filming expenses, post-production costs, licensing, and travel for filming.

  • At this time, donations are not tax-deductible, but we truly appreciate your support in helping us tell this important story.

  • Yes! If you can’t donate, you can still support by following us on social media, sharing the documentary’s progress, and telling others about the project. Your word-of-mouth support is incredibly valuable.

  • To stay updated on the latest news and behind-the-scenes footage, you can subscribe to our mailing list or follow us on social media. You can also check our website for updates on the film’s progress.