As a grassroots movement, with a volunteer team, Breaking Through The Lens relies on the generous contributions of our community to carry-out our work.
We are planning key events for 2025 where we will invite our finalist filmmakers. By donating, you will become a part of our BTTL community and directly support our cohort in launching their projects, along with making our workshops and panels possible. All donors will be the first to hear of our events and receive priority access.
Become a BTTL Member for a donation of $79.99 (or above) to receive:
Complimentary access to all 2026 BTTL Virtual Workshops (valued at $150).
Access to our Fiscal Sponsorship program with a 3% fee.
Exclusive access to the BTTL Membership Portal (launching Dec 2025).
Professional budget, finance plan, and investor contract templates.
Lifetime discount code for all BTTL Grant opportunities.
VIP invitations to BTTL networking events at Sundance & Cannes 2026.
Breaking Through The Lens (BTTL) launched at the 2018 Cannes Film Festival with a simple yet powerful vision to help women feature-film directors get their projects made. Our founders – a Director, Writer and Actor working on a film together – received an opportunity from an investor to host a pitching event in his villa, and BTTL was born.
We have since expanded to world renowned festivals such as Venice, Toronto and Berlin, hosting dynamic panels and events. We believe that by providing secure avenues to finance by way of grants, curated investor meetings and industry mentorship, we can systematically change the landscape and improve gender representation at the top levels of cinema.
Now set up as a 501(c)3 registered non-profit in the U.S., our program is open to any filmmaker who experiences marginalization due to their gender, including women, non-binary and trans directors. Our mission is to be a results-driven resource, one that promotes passionate storytelling, smart business and equal representation.
Please note that online donations incur a 2.9% credit-card processing fee. If you prefer to donate via ACH Transfer, please get in touch to request our bank details.
Following your donation, you will receive an acknowledgement letter by email for your tax records. Thank you for joining us in this important journey. Please don’t hesitate to get in contact with any questions: daphne@breakingthroughthelens.org
All donors can view their contribution history by visiting our Customer Portal.
bttl is a 501(c)3 registered non-profit organization in the u.s.
currently SEEKING SUPPORT to grow our initiative
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