a Global Zeitgeist
2/5/2010
a letter from Co-Founder Amy Walker:
Well, my friends, we are certainly part of a global movement! A year and a half ago, before ConnectedFilm.com existed, Sander, Marilee and I dreamed of creating SoulFireProject.org: a website where anyone can create a page about a project they're burning to manifest.
Their projects would gain awareness and funding in a similar way to the ConnectedFilm project -through micro-donations from many people who believe in the project and want to contribute.
As you know, the SoulFire Project is still our eventual goal, and will be kick-started by proceeds from the film Connected, after it's released. Sort of a "Here's what worked for us; now it's your turn!" idea. We imagine helping people who want to build a well in Zimbabwe, or make quilts for cancer patients, start a community garden, or fund a film!
This week, CF liaison, Lisa Gallant, found a website so similar to SFP in its goals, that we must all be tapping the same universal wellspring.
This gives me Great Faith that, as the old capitalistic structures of our economy crumble, together, we are weaving a new web of deep connection around the world. One sprouting up from a fertile foundation of community, generosity, and soulfire!
Vibes for your SoulFire,
Amy, Sander & The ConnectedFilm Team
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