COAST FILM FOUNDATION

Ben Warner, Founder of Coast Film Festival and crew

The Coast Film Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to purpose-driven filmmaking with a mission to showcase exceptional films that drive positive change through storytelling, believing that outstanding films can change the world. Committed to cultivating the next generation of filmmakers, the Foundation provides support and resources through grants, scholarships, and networking opportunities, actively nurturing the growth of young creators within the world of film.

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Our Purpose

To promote and foster an appreciation for film, filmmakers, and their important stories that entertain, educate, and inspire audiences and influence positive social and environmental change.

Our Mission

With our events and programs, we showcase films, conversations, live music, and art to amplify stories, spark ideas, inspire creativity, and grow community. We want to promote film and be a catalyst for change by supporting future film projects and next-generation creators with grants, scholarships, and network opportunities.

Our first student filmmaker showcase was a blast to curate and even more fun to make happen. It was amazing to watch the short films made by the middle grade and high school students and listen to them speak about their creative vision and experiences making movies about topics important to them. Here's to the next generation of story tellers!