SIE Foundation’s Fiscal Sponsorship Program
ABOUT SIE FOUNDATION’S FSP
The SIE Society’s fiscal sponsorship program (FSP) is run by the SIE Foundation. Our FSP supports creative impact projects in all media platforms, including producers, innovators, organizations, and artists of all backgrounds and experience levels. The program was established by creatives for creatives, and leverages our combined expertise to provide the most comprehensive and flexible program available in the market.
WHAT IS A FISCAL SPONSORSHIP?
A fiscal sponsorship is a formal arrangement where a 501(c)(3) public nonprofit organization like the SIE Foundation sponsors a project that aligns with our mission. This allows you to raise funds through grants and tax-deductible donations without requiring you to start your own nonprofit.
WHY CHOOSE SIE FOUNDATION’S FSP?
At the SIE Society, we are committed to helping content creators, artists, and organizations in all media use their talents to foster positive change. Our FSP supports projects at all stages, from development and production to distribution and impact campaigns. We strive to assist those who may face challenges in securing funding, helping them bring their projects to completion and maximize their impact. With the SIE Foundation’s support and supervision, you gain access to philanthropic capital as you fundraise for your social impact production and/or impact campaign.
Our FSP uniquely allows projects to accept donations of all types including:
- Stocks
- Bonds
- Real Estate
- Collectibles
- Art
- Privately Held Business Interests
Our FSP gives projects access to new philanthropic funding sources such as:
- Family Offices
- Individuals
- Corporations
- Donor-Advised Funds
- Foundations
- Retirement Accounts
- Charitable Trusts
As part of our FSP, you will also receive unique access to SIE Society’s services, comprehensive support, and additional benefits to enhance the success and impact of your project. We will drive engagement to your project by showcasing it on our website and actively promoting your project and its fundraising campaigns through our newsletter and social media channels.
For any questions about fiscal sponsorship with the SIE Foundation, please contact us at info@siesociety.org. We look forward to learning about your work and vision.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
- Applicants must be 18 years or older and independent filmmakers, producers, social entrepreneurs, documentarians, or artists.
- Projects must be media or arts-focused with clear social, environmental, humanitarian, or human rights themes.
- Applicants must own the copyright to their work and have artistic, budgetary, and editorial control.
- Applicants must provide written evidence demonstrating access to the people, locations, or subjects of the project.
- Projects can be at any stage of development, production, post-production, or distribution.
- Applicants are responsible for their own fundraising and accounting, and should develop a well thought out strategy and fundraising plan
FEES
SIE Foundation’s FSP charges a 6% administration fee applied upon disbursement of funds. There is no application or membership fee. Should you want to hold these funds for a period of time before disbursement, there will be a separate fee for investment of those funds. We can provide that information upon request, please reach out to us at info@siesociety.org.
FISCAL SPONSORSHIP AGREEMENT
By applying for a fiscal sponsorship through the SIE Foundation, you agree to be legally bound by the fiscal sponsorship agreement, included in the application link. Please review this agreement carefully before applying.
As your fiscal sponsor, the SIE Foundation will not claim ownership of your work or interfere with your creative control, copyright, or future sales. We strive to be supportive yet unobtrusive, ensuring that you can raise tax-deductible funds in the US and that the funds are used appropriately for your project.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis with no submission deadlines. We will review your application within two weeks of submission. If you have a deadline please alert us to this right away so we are aware. You will be contacted via email with our decision.
For more information on the application process and additional details, please visit our FAQ. When ready, complete the application form provided below. Feel free to email us at info@siesociety.org with any other questions.