Make a lasting impact supporting documentary filmmakers.
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Become a part of the driving force behind documentary filmmaking by joining IDA’s Impact Circle. As a member of this exclusive group, you play a vital role in supporting the groundbreaking work of documentary filmmakers and advancing IDA’s mission to safeguard the future of documentary storytelling.
With the challenges faced by the documentary industry, from economic and technological pressures to political obstacles, your membership helps ensure that IDA can continue to advocate for and empower filmmakers in every stage of their journey.
Impact Circle members are essential to the continued success of IDA and our community of documentarians. Your commitment fuels innovation and creativity within the documentary field, offering you a unique opportunity to connect with fellow passionate supporters while seeing the impact of your contribution.
Join the Impact Circle today and become a vital part of the documentary community’s future.
To learn more, contact Anisa Hosseinnezhad, Membership and Individual Giving Program Manager at 213-232-1660 x 206 or anisa@documentary.org.
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- Impact Circle Benefits
All of the members of the Impact Circle are a part of IDA’s membership community. As a member of the Impact Circle, you will receive all of the membership benefits provided for DOC PRO MEMBERS – your invitation to screenings and workshops, and the best way to keep up on the news from IDA and Documentary magazine.
But there is so much more to being a part of the Impact Circle.
Gather with Other Leaders: Connect with like-minded industry leaders and visionaries through exclusive events and gatherings. IDA produces several events for the documentary community, including the IDA Documentary Awards, special screenings and filmmaker discussions, and parties that bring the field together.
You’ll receive personal and specialized assistance from IDA at our events and programs. From reserved seating at screenings to concierge services at Getting Real ‘26, members of the Impact Circle will have a rewarding but easy-to-access membership experience.
As a member of the Impact Circle, you’ll also receive all the benefits of the Doc Pro Membership. You’ll receive invitations to virtual screenings online and the opportunity to vote as part of the IDA Documentary Awards. Members have complete access to the IDA Grants Directory, the Documentary Job Board, and the IDA Member Directory. You can read archived editions of Documentary magazine and participate in webinars, Masterclasses, and member networking events.
Lend your voice to the Documentary Community’s Future: As an Impact Circle member, you are helping IDA navigate the challenges facing the documentary field. Your support directly impacts IDA’s work to uplift documentary filmmakers and safeguard their stories.
Celebrate your Support of IDA: You’ll receive recognition of your support in Documentary magazine, on the IDA website, in the IDA Impact Report, and in the IDA newsletters. Stand out as a member of the Impact Circle and show your support for documentary!