Crowdfunded Gifts
Looking to gift something really meaningful?
You can now create a film fund registry— a beautiful way for friends and family to contribute toward the cost of a professionally made interview film by Gone West.
Much like a wedding registry, this option allows you to crowdsource an interview film: a heartfelt, lasting gift each supporter can give a donation to at a level that feels appropriate to them. A gift from everyone to an important someone. All of the grandkids, cousins, aunts and uncles can gift a film to Grandma.
A Gone West film is a compassionate offering particularly when someone is seriously ill or nearing end of life, and friends often feel helpless but want to help in some way. It could be a group gift to the parents of your child’s school friend if one of their parents is ill. The film fund registry is a tangible way to show love and support to your friends/family in need.
I recommend using WithJoy.com, which allows you to create a cash fund you can customize for a Gone West film— with no fees for contributions made through PayPal or Venmo. It’s simple, personal, and allows everyone to feel part of giving something that truly matters.
Simple messages you can include in your registry to explain the intention behind this gift:
“We're gifting a filmed interview with [Name]— a way to preserve their voice, stories, and wisdom for our family and future generations.”
“Instead of traditional gifts for Grandma’s birthday, we’re asking for help funding a cinematic interview with her that will become a treasured family keepsake.”
“As many of you know, [Name] is going through a difficult chapter. We’re creating a professionally filmed interview to preserve their voice, stories, and wisdom as a way to hold onto what matters most. If you’ve been wondering how to help, contributing to this film is one beautiful way.”
