What is Ashes to Films and who does it support?

Ashes to Films is a nonprofit organization that provides grants, equipment, and mentorship to filmmakers affected by wildfires.

When will the films made by the first cohort premiere?

The short films created by the first group of filmmakers will premiere at the Ashes to Films Festival from January 7-11.

How can aspiring filmmakers submit their work to Ashes to Films?

Aspiring fire-affected filmmakers can submit works exploring themes of resilience for festival consideration by December 1st via AshestoFilms.org.

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Filmmakers Rise from Ashes: Hope Ignites Creativity

22 Nov, 2025

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Summary

Nonprofit aids fire-affected filmmakers with grants and support.
Arts organization inspires healing through storytelling after trauma.
Films will premiere during the first anniversary of the blazes.

Filmmakers Rise from Ashes: Hope Ignites Creativity

A new nonprofit, Ashes to Films, has emerged to support filmmakers impacted by recent wildfires in the Los Angeles area. Established by industry veterans, the organization aims to foster healing and demonstrate that creativity can endure even after immense loss and trauma.

The initiative has successfully raised $85,000 and secured partnerships with various industry entities. Its inaugural cohort consists of nine diverse filmmakers, adults and teens alike, who lost homes and communities to the fires. They will receive crucial resources, including equipment and studio access.

These emerging artists are developing short films focused on resilience and recovery, which are slated for premiere at the Ashes to Films Festival in January. This event coincides with the one-year anniversary of the wildfires that significantly altered the landscape of Altadena and the Palisades.