A collaborative fundraiser created by women in the film industry—actors, producers, and directors—dedicated to raising money for women-focused film projects. Our mission is to create jobs, internships, and educational opportunities that empower women in film.
About the Fundraiser A collective effort by women in the industry to fund women-led film projects.
Proceeds will support:
Job creation on film projects
Internships for youth
Hands-on education and training in the film industryThis fundraiser is one of two events designed to secure essential funding to expand opportunities for women in film.

A collaborative fundraiser created by women in the film industry—actors, producers, and directors—dedicated to raising money for women-focused film projects. Our mission is to create jobs, internships, and educational opportunities that empower women in film.

Funded Projects

• Growing up Sugar Hill (Short Documentary)

  Featuring: Lauren P. Raysor, Esq., and other women who grew up with the gangsters from Sugar Hill
  Purpose: Highlight the stories of women connected to Sugar Hill, shedding light on their resilience and impact

• Carolyn Smith (Screenplay Pilot)

  Status: Schedule to begin shooting the pilot in February 2026
  Purpose: Bring a powerful narrative led by and about women to screen
Event Details
Date: October 26
Time: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Venue: Comedy In Harlem, 750A St. Nicholas Avenue, New York, NY 10031
Program Highlights:
  An afternoon of fun, delicious foods, and tasty drinks
  A teaser screening of Women Of Sugar Hill
  A live scene performance from Carolyn Smith

  Jazz vocalist Clarissa Sinceno & aah fro blú  

  Music and Raffle
Why Attend
Support meaningful, women-led storytelling
Invest in the next generation of women filmmakers through internships and education
Help create more jobs within the film industry for women of color
Ticket Tiers: $50, $100
How You Can Help
Buy tickets and invite friends
Sponsor a workshop or internship scholarship
Donate directly to the fund
Spread the word to your networks