Funding

Born of Hope is a non commercial production being created for free internet download for Lord of the Rings and film fans worldwide.  It is being made purely for entertainment purposes and to keep the storytelling "history" of Middle Earth, that professor Tolkien so lovingly created, growing and expanding as real stories of old would have been around the campfire.  

Everyone working on this project is not doing it for financial gain but because this is a project they believe in.   We are drawing on the talents of many people from around the world and a number of large companies working commercially in the film industry are also assisting us in our efforts to bring this wonderful production to life.

Despite all this help there are inevitable costs that cannot be avoided even with everyone's generosity.  

For a 60 minute historical fantasy feature film our budget is incredibly low.

Total Estimated Budget £25,000

However, this is still far too much to remain a self funded production. 

We desperately require sponsors to keep this project the high quality production we wish it to remain.  

Due to copyright rules no money can be made from this unlicensed film therefore this is a not for profit production and all money gained through sponsorship will be put into making this film and no where else, guaranteed!

If you would like to see this unique project completed, as many do, then please support us by becoming a sponsor. Below are a number of exciting opportunities to suit all tastes and budgets, 

or contact the Born of Hope Team to discuss an alternative proposal.

Levels of Sponsorship

Supporter: up to £99

Friend: £100

Bronze Sponsor: £500

Silver Sponsor: £1000

Gold Sponsor: £2500

Executive Producer: £5000

Non Financial Supporter

Supporter (Orc)
For a donation of up to £99 you become a "Born of Hope Supporter". 

This entitles you to:

Your name in the film's end credits and on the Born of Hope website.

 

Inclusion on our free mailing list.

 

Friend (Hobbit)
For a donation of £100 or more you become a "Born of Hope Friend". 

This entitles you to:

 

Your name in the film's end credits and on the Born of Hope website.

 

Inclusion on our free mailing list.

 

Born of Hope key ring and fridge magnet  

 

Bronze Sponsor (Elf)
For a donation of £500 or more, you become a "Born of Hope Bronze Sponsor". 

This entitles you to:

Your name in the film's end credits and on the Born of Hope website.

 

Inclusion on our free mailing list.

 

Born of Hope key ring and fridge magnet  

 

Signed photo of the Born of Hope character of your choice

 

Silver Sponsor (Wizard)
For a donation of £1000 or more, you become a "Born of Hope Silver Sponsor". 

This entitles you to all the benefits of a Bronze Sponsor, plus:

DVD copy of the finished film including all the Behind the Scenes extras!

 

Gold Sponsor (Dúnadan)
For a donation of £2500 or more, you become a "Born of Hope Gold Sponsor". 

This entitles you to all the benefits of a Silver Sponsor, plus:

A3 Born of Hope poster (hopefully signed by all cast members)

 

An invitation to the wrap party (UK) where you can meet the cast, crew and other sponsors.

Executive Producer (Eagle)
For a donation of £5000 or more, you become a "Born of Hope Executive Producer". 

This entitles you to all the benefits of a Gold Sponsor, plus:

 

You will be invited to join the Born of Hope Production Team private yahoo group.  In this main communication area for the team you will gain an insight into the workings Behind the Scenes.   

 

If you are in the UK or able to make your way here (at your own expense) during filming then you maybe able to cameo in the film as a villager, ranger or orc!

 

As an Executive Producer you do not get the right to take over creative control but we will certainly listen to any ideas you may have.

 

Non Financial Supporter (Dwarf)
A non financial supporter is an individual or company who donates something other than money.  This could be costume materials, discount rehearsal space, props, services for example.   All cast and crew automatically come under this heading.  If you would like to become a non financial supporter please contact us to discuss this further.  

This entitles you to:

 

Your name in the film's end credits and on the Born of Hope website.

 

Inclusion on our free mailing list.

at least..

 

To become a Sponsor, please click on the button below to make your donation via PayPal.   

...or contact us to arrange alternate method.

Always be sure to include your email plus your preferred name for the credits/website. 

A list of current sponsors and further details of where the money goes, coming soon..

 

We really appreciate your help in keeping this film in production. 

It is only with the generous support of people like you that we can complete this high-quality drama and prove just what magic can be created when people from around the world pull together to show what can be accomplished when you put your mind to it!

 

DISCLAIMER

^{This Fan Film is for entertainment purposes only and is in no way sponsored or approved by Tolkien Enterprises, the Tolkien Estate, Peter Jackson, New Line or any affiliates. The content is for the exclusive use of the downloader and should not be sold, rented, or used for any commercial enterprise in any way, shape, or form.  We make no claim to any characters, storylines, prop designs, names, logos, situations that are trademarked, copyrighted or otherwise protected by federal, state or other intellectual property law.  New Line, Peter Jackson, Weta, Tolkien Enterprises, the Tolkien Estate or any of their respective affiliates or licensees hold rights to some intellectual property herein used by this work.  This work is produced solely for the personal, uncompensated enjoyment of ourselves and other Tolkien fans. No money is being made and no copyright or trademark infringement is intended.}

Pictures are of West Stow Reconstructed Anglo-Saxon Village