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Every day, talented filmmakers with disability and from diverse backgrounds are ready to tell their stories but they need your support. Your donation helps fund scholarships, workshops, and productions that empower participants, build careers, and create inclusive storytelling that changes perceptions on and off screen.
Right now, we need your help to:
Provide scholarships for aspiring filmmakers
Support our community programs and workshops
Bring our national showcase tour of inclusion to audiences across Australia
There’s no better time to act. Every dollar makes a real, tangible difference. Your generosity today opens doors, sparks creativity, and gives a voice to storytellers who might otherwise be unheard.
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What We’re Raising Money For
1. Scholarships for Accessible Filmmaking Programs
We’re aiming to raise $52,500 to provide five full scholarships, giving talented participants the opportunity to gain hands-on film training, mentorship, and the skills to pursue meaningful careers in the screen industry.
2. Community Support & Programs
We’re working to raise $100,000 to fund our day-to-day operations and community initiatives, ensuring we can continue to deliver accessible workshops, events, and experiences that connect and empower people with disability and diverse backgrounds.
3. National Tour of Inclusion
We’re striving to raise $200,000 to bring our national showcase tour to audiences across Australia, celebrating the work of our participants, raising awareness of inclusive storytelling, and inspiring communities nationwide.
Community
Attend an Event
From red carpet screenings and community activations to our Gala Ball, celebrating our participants’ incredible work.
See upcoming events here (link)
Fundraise Your Way
Host a trivia night, morning tea, birthday fundraiser, or school initiative to support inclusive filmmaking.
Learn more here (link or email hello@ to find out more)
Host an Event
Organise a screening, fundraiser, or community gathering with our guidance and resources.
Learn more here (link or email hello@ to find out more)
Corporate Partnerships
Collaborate on workplace giving, inclusive film screenings, or events tailored to your company’s values.
Learn more
Corporate Events with Impact
Engage staff or clients through film festival-style lunches, talks, co-branded campaigns, or custom events.
Email us to get started
Sponsor a Scholarship
Support a participant with a $10,500 annual scholarship and receive updates, impact stories, and approved media for communications.
Become a sponsor
Individual
Donate Once or Give Regularly
Every donation helps deliver our award-winning Accessible Filmmaking Program and creates real opportunities for participants to shine on and off screen.
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Leave a Legacy
Include Bus Stop Films in your Will to fund accessible filmmaking and professional development for future generations of inclusive filmmakers.
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Your Donations Make A Difference
Choose how you want to support inclusive filmmaking:
$25 – Helps provide essential materials for a participant to join a workshop.
$500 – Assists in funding one filmmaker with training, mentoring, and accessible equipment.
$1,500 – Helps to host a community screening to showcase participants’ work and raise awareness.
$5,000 – Develops new programs, funds professional development, and expands opportunities for future filmmakers.
$10,500 – Fully sponsors a participant for one year in our Accessible Filmmaking Program.
$25,000+ – Funds a complete inclusive film production, including crew, mentoring, and post-production.
Discover the difference your support makes, explore our Impact Report (link to document) to see how every donation empowers storytellers and fuels inclusive filmmaking.