ABOUT THE DOCUMENTARY FILM:

During a recent meeting of nonprofit agencies at the capital in Frankfort, Kentucky, the question was asked, “What would happen to our communities if all nonprofits closed their doors?”   As nonprofits serve to improve the quality of people’s lives, who would step forward if all agencies closed?   Who would feed the hungry, clothe the poor, provide mental health counseling or medical help, or take care of children so their parents could work?  These are just a few examples of services every community has, but are often not noticed.

One participant pointed out that the community generally takes nonprofit agencies for granted, and it would be beneficial for the public to have an opportunity to view the impact on the region if nonprofit services ceased to exist.  From this discussion, an idea was formed to produce a documentary film to raise awareness of the many services provided to the community, which reaches across all demographic populations; but most importantly, to illustrate life without them.

The documentary’s goal is to inform, educate, and motivate people to invest their time and financial assistance with nonprofit organizations.  The kNOw More Nonprofits Consortium is looking to PBS, Kentucky Educational Television, the world-wide-web, and DVD video as distribution outlets for this documentary as well as a diverse tour on a film festival circuit. This documentary will serve to educate viewers and consumers in the regional area that the foundation serves.  The documentary will also serve by leaving a lasting message and legacy to all nonprofit agencies.

Interviews with nonprofit agencies and the people they serve will document the importance of these organizations. Additionally, the production will focus on specific scenarios featuring various demographics including the elderly, a single mother, a family of four, as well as others who must endure a day without nonprofit assistance.  The concept is to show how "everyday life" would be affected both directly and indirectly.