named programs · 2 · from sources
What they call their work
Mentorship Program
Year-long program pairing 10 emerging Black filmmakers with industry professionals for six 45-minute mentorship sessions, project feedback, and peer networking
Proof of Concept Short Film Grant
Annual grant awarding $8,000 and complimentary access to a private estate in Jamaica to support the production of a short film serving as a teaser for a feature film with nature-themed narratives
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Film Production Funding and Fiscal Sponsorship 2 activities
- Funding independent Black filmmakers through grant programsAwards grants ranging from $500 to $10,000 to support the development, production, and completion of short films by independent Black filmmakers, often in partnership with organizations such as cliveRd, The Gotham, KweliTV, and Afrofuture. Also provides non-monetary support including professional services and access to filming locations.
- Providing fiscal sponsorship for filmmaker projectsAdministers a fiscal sponsorship program that enables filmmakers to raise tax-deductible donations for their projects, with demonstrated success in helping projects secure over $25,000 in funding and gain entry to major film festivals.
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Arts Professional Advocacy & Equity Initiatives 1 activity
- Facilitating community and resource sharing for Black film professionalsCurates and shares directories of Black film industry professionals including sound designers, colorists, and screenwriting coaches, and maintains a list of 112 Black film festivals and youth programs for BIPOC filmmakers. Operates a Google Groups list for job postings, grant opportunities, and crew calls.
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Film Festival and Screening Programming 1 activity
- Hosting community film screenings and networking eventsOrganizes community-based film screenings and networking mixers to foster connections and showcase work within the Black filmmaking community.
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Emerging Filmmaker Support Programs 1 activity
- Hosting educational and professional development programming for Black filmmakersOffers virtual workshops, panel discussions, recorded webinars, and educational content on topics including screenwriting, TV writing, script supervision, AI in storytelling, and career development. Programming is accessible to members and includes both live and on-demand content.
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Professional Conference & Symposium Organization 1 activity
- Organizing annual conferences, pitch competitions, and awards ceremoniesHosts an annual multi-day conference attracting over 300 attendees, featuring industry professionals and programming for Black filmmakers. Includes a pitch competition offering cash prizes, memberships, and mentorship, and an awards ceremony honoring sustainable success and community impact in the industry.
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Youth & Emerging Filmmaker Training 1 activity
- Providing education and pipeline programs in the film industry for people of African descentOffers community-building experiences and educational initiatives aimed at creating pathways into the film industry for individuals of African descent, as reported in IRS Form 990 filings.
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Mentorship and Professional Development Programs 1 activity
- Running a mentorship program for emerging filmmakersPairs 10 emerging filmmakers with industry professionals for a six-month program featuring six 45-minute mentorship sessions, bi-weekly peer meetings, and professional feedback on their work to support project and career development.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Operating structured screenwriting support and accountability programsProvides daily Zoom-based writing sessions with goal-setting and silent writing periods, supports screenwriters in completing drafts of shorts, pilots, and features, and offers annual membership benefits including accountability groups, mentorship applications, virtual workshops, and peer matchups.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$90K
Contributions & grants$47K52%
Program service revenue$33K37%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$111K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$50K
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$8K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$4K
2 years on record · 2023–2024 · YoY revenue -0.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| LANDE YOOSUF | VICE PREDSIDENT/CO-DIRECTOR | 40 | $25K |
| REGGIE WILLIAMS | PRESIDENT/CO-DIRECTOR | 40 | $25K |
relationships · 60
Who they work with
- 4910 Rosealie Productions Partner — Co-established a $2,000 COVID Relief Fund for Black filmmakers with Black Film Space and other partners.
- A & E Networks Funder — Financial supporter of Black Film Space.
- Aasics Funder — Financial supporter of Black Film Space.
- Academy Museum of Motion Pictures Partner — Collaborating organization in support of Black Film Space's programs.
- Afrofuture Partner — Teamed up with Black Film Space to host a short film contest in Ghana and award a $5,000 prize.
- Afrofuture Festival Funder — Financial supporter of Black Film Space.
- American Black Film Festival Partner — Collaborating organization in support of Black Film Space's programs.
- Angela Latimer Partner — Participating mentor in the 2025 Black Film Space Mentorship Program.
- Atlanta Film Project Partner — Collaborating organization in support of Black Film Space's programs.
- Blackfilm.com Partner — Co-established a $2,000 COVID Relief Fund for Black filmmakers with Black Film Space and other production companies.
- Citizens Committee of New York City Funder — Financial supporter of Black Film Space.
- Cliff Charles Partner — Participating mentor in the 2025 Black Film Space Mentorship Program.
- Dallas Rico Partner — Participating mentor in the 2025 Black Film Space Mentorship Program.
- Entertainmint Funder — Financial supporter of Black Film Space.
- Entertainmint Partner — Partnered with Black Film Space to award a $2,500 grant to filmmaker Lacey Hardy.
- Essence Hollywood House Partner — Collaborating organization in support of Black Film Space's programs.
- Film At Lincoln Center Partner — Collaborating organization in support of Black Film Space's programs.
- Final Draft Funder — Financial supporter of Black Film Space.
- Free Mind TV & Film Partner — Co-established a $2,000 COVID Relief Fund for Black filmmakers with Black Film Space and other partners.
- Giant Pictures Funder — Financial supporter of Black Film Space.
- Google Groups Partner — Uses Google Groups platform to manage and distribute job and opportunity announcements for members.
- Hibernian Hall Funder — Financial supporter of Black Film Space.
- KweliTV Partner — Collaborated with Black Film Space to award multiple $500 micro grants to emerging filmmakers.
- Lauren Banks Partner — Participating mentor in the 2025 Black Film Space Mentorship Program.
- Lions Den Ventures Partner — Co-hosted a panel discussion with Shane Norman, CEO and Co-Founder of Lions Den Ventures, on media innovation and content distribution.
- Mamoudou N'diaye Partner — Participating mentor in the 2025 Black Film Space Mentorship Program.
- Mann Robinson Productions Partner — Co-established a $2,000 COVID Relief Fund for Black filmmakers with Black Film Space and other partners.
- Martingale Cognac Funder — Financial supporter of Black Film Space.
- Melissa Quinones Partner — Program Manager and facilitator of the Screenwriting Accountability Group cohort, providing bi-weekly updates with screenwriting tips and motivational content.
- Mike Cooke Partner — Participating mentor in the 2025 Black Film Space Mentorship Program.
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strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Accountability-Based Creative Developmentmethodology: accountability_group_modelBy using structured, silent writing sessions with check-ins, Black Film Space builds consistent creative habits among screenwriters because shared focus and peer accountability—without feedback or instruction—reduce performance pressure and foster disciplined output.
- Fiscal Sponsorship as Access Strategymethodology: fiscal_sponsorshipBy offering fiscal sponsorship, Black Film Space enables independent Black filmmakers to access tax-deductible funding because nonprofit status lowers donor barriers and increases project financing viability for under-resourced creators.
- Goal-Oriented Mentorship with Expertise Alignmentmethodology: goal-oriented_mentorshipBy matching mentees to mentors based on genre, skills, and career goals—and requiring short-term objectives—Black Film Space increases mentorship effectiveness because focused, relevant relationships with clear outcomes drive tangible creative advancement.
- Systemic Change Through Leadership Reimaginingmethodology: systemic_change_through_leadership_developmentBy reimagining leadership, employment, and entrepreneurship in visual storytelling, Black Film Space drives systemic change because transforming power structures and pathways enables sustainable, long-term industry equity rather than isolated individual advancement.
- Three-Pillar Support Model for Black Filmmakersmethodology: three-pillar_support_modelBy integrating education, community building, and pipeline development, Black Film Space increases access and representation for Black filmmakers because sustained engagement across these interconnected domains addresses systemic barriers at multiple levels of career development.