Sikhlens Community Voices 2024-2025

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Join Sikhlens in Amplifying Sikh Voices Around the World

Overview Last year, thanks to your generous contributions, Sikhlens' Community Voices program achieved remarkable success. We funded the creation of five additional films, bringing our total to eight impactful documentaries. These films have spotlighted the vital work Sikh organizations do in healthcare, education, and food security.

This year, our sights are set even higher. We aim to raise $100,000 to initiate film projects with four to six new organizations worldwide. Thanks to the overwhelming response from our community, our stretch goal will allow us to support as many of the recommended organizations as possible.

2024 Campaign Goals

$100,000 Fundraising Target: Your donations will help us produce three to four new films. Each film offers a unique glimpse into the incredible efforts of Sikh organizations worldwide.

Highlight Film Project: One of our films will feature an Old Age home in Punjab, India, providing a dignified life for older people—a story of community, resilience, and hope.

Extend Our Reach: With additional funding, we will broaden our support to more organizations, multiplying the impact of Sikh nonprofits globally.

We Need Your Support. Hit the "Donate" button to join us in this noble cause. Every contribution brings us closer to amplifying the voices that need to be heard the most.

Call for Suggestions: We are also looking for suggestions for new nonprofit organizations to support. Please send the details to Sikhlens founder Bicky Singh at [email protected].

Our Impact Films, like Silver Lining and One Beat, have not only highlighted the selfless service of Sikh individuals but also improved the fundraising capabilities and visibility of the organizations featured. With your help, we can continue to tell these important stories.

A Note from Our Founder, Bicky Singh: "Through Sikhlens, we connect impactful Sikh-led projects with global audiences. Our partnership with Chapman University's Dodge College has been instrumental in crafting films that capture the essence of selflessness and service embodied by the Sikh community. This year, help us expand this vision even further."

Your Impact:

Your donations make these stories possible. With each film, we open doors for organizations to gain new supporters and continue their fantastic work. Join us in bringing these stories to light and making a lasting impact on the Sikh community worldwide.

Thank you for your support and belief in our mission. 🙏

  • 12/13/2024

    Sikhlens Community Voices 2024-2025: December 2024

    December 2024 Update

    The Sikhlens Community Voices initiative is making significant strides towards its $100K funding goal. Despite currently having raised only 20% of the required funds, we've already achieved a remarkable milestone by completing production on three of our six selected projects. These films were showcased at our annual Sikhlens Arts and Film Festival in Southern California this past November.

    Reaching our full $100K target will not only enable us to complete the remaining films but also provides the opportunity to greenlight additional groundbreaking projects that amplify community voices and diverse storytelling.

    Rhymes with Hunger, originally Langar at DU, premiered at the University of Denver in May. Since 2016 a multidisciplinary course at the University of Denver has brought the Sikh langar tradition to campus where students lead the Langar experience.  Inspired by this film, local organizations are now considering starting similar programs

    Sikh Human Development Foundation (SHDF), (working title) released as Empowering Dreams, tells the story of Sikh Human Development Fund a NGO based in Washington which provides scholarships to the underprivileged kids based in rural Punjab.

    SGGS Vidya Kender Society,(working title) released as Guru da Kender. The Vidya Kender is a student educational institute dedicated to the rehabilitation of Sikh students from across India. It emphasizes formal education starting from the 10th grade, alongside vocational training while placing a primary focus on Gurmat Studies.

    Beat by Beat and GHAR are set to premiere at our Sikhlens festival in Chandigarh this February, while the Falcon Schools UK project will debut at our Sikhlens festivals in the UK this May. Our dedicated advancement team is working tirelessly to secure the remaining funding needed to bring these premieres to fruition.

    We're reaching out to our community because your support is crucial in bringing these important stories to life. Since launching the Sikhlens Community Voices program, we have proudly produced 13 impactful films that amplify diverse narratives and experiences.

    Thank you for your continued support!

  • 09/16/2024

    Sikhlens Community Voices 2024-2025: September 202

    Sikhlens Community Voices 2024-2025: September 2024 Update

    We are excited to announce that the following six Sikhlens Community Voices projects have been selected for production under the DVN $100K funding initiative:

    Sikh Human Development Foundation (SHDF)
    Falcon Schools UK
    Beat by Beat
    GHAR Pune India
    Rhymes with Hunger
    SGGS Vidya Kender Society
    To date, we have successfully raised 10% of the funds needed for these productions, and the Sikhlens advancement team is working diligently to secure the remaining amount.

    We are reaching out to our community for support, as every contribution helps bring these important stories to life. Currently, we have a dollar-for-dollar match from DVN, which will significantly boost our efforts in reaching our $100K goal.

    Since the inception of the Sikhlens Community Voices program, we have proudly produced 13 impactful films. You can learn more about the current projects and support the cause by visiting:
    https://dvnetwork.org/projects/sikhlens-community-voices-2024-2025

    Thank you for your continued support!

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Match Fund $300.00 December 2024
Anonymous $300.00 December 2024
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Gurbux Alag $2,000.00 December 2024
Match Fund $250.00 December 2024
Sutinder Kaur Chawla $250.00 December 2024
Match Fund $400.00 November 2024
Jasjot Kaur Vermani $400.00 November 2024
Match Fund $500.00 November 2024
Anonymous $500.00 November 2024
Match Fund $50.00 November 2024
Match Fund $50.00 November 2024
Chitratan Singh Sethi $50.00 November 2024
Match Fund $200.00 November 2024
Gagan Singh $200.00 November 2024
Match Fund $25.00 November 2024
Delaney Santos $25.00 November 2024
Match Fund $50.00 November 2024
Anonymous $50.00 November 2024
Match Fund $50.00 November 2024
Anonymous $50.00 November 2024
Match Fund $100.00 October 2024
P. S. $100.00 October 2024
Match Fund $250.00 October 2024
N. S. $250.00 October 2024
Sikh Community Fund $10,000.00 October 2024
Match Fund $250.00 September 2024
A. N. $250.00 September 2024
Match Fund $100.00 August 2024
Jasvir Singh $100.00 August 2024
Match Fund $100.00 August 2024
Anonymous $100.00 August 2024
Match Fund $1,000.00 August 2024
Jasjot Kaur Vermani $1,000.00 August 2024
Match Fund $1,000.00 August 2024
Match Fund $100.00 August 2024
Match Fund $400.00 August 2024
Match Fund $500.00 August 2024
Match Fund $1,000.00 August 2024
Anonymous $1,000.00 July 2024
Anonymous $100.00 July 2024
Anonymous $400.00 July 2024
Anonymous $500.00 July 2024
Anonymous $1,000.00 July 2024

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