WHY NOW

Today’s media landscape is increasingly dominated by MISINFORMATION. , short attention spans, and platforms that suppress critical grassroots voices. Many creators, especially young and diverse filmmakers, struggle with funding, burnout, and a lack of institutional support. Meanwhile, stories from the frontlines remain largely UNHEARD, diminishing everyone's ability to understand and respond to global crises.

“THE MOST POWERFUL PERSON IN THE WORLD IS THE STORYTELLER.”

— Steve Jobs

the fsa

The Frontline Storytelling Accelerator (FSA) is a joint initiative by Resilient Foundation and WaterBear that supports underrepresented creators working on the frontlines of today’s most urgent climate, nature, and human rights issues. This new global philanthropic programme offers funding, mentorship and, crucially, distribution support to help co-create compelling narratives that inspire collective action and tangible impact outcomes.

WE SOLVE PROBLEMS

What the Accelerator Offers To Creators

  • Grant funding ranging from $10,000 to $50,000 for content creation

  • Editorial guidance and mentorship 

  • Fast-track access to a global impact media network 

  • Trackable impact success metrics 

reach

Breakthrough creators. Via WaterBear and other distribution partners we make sure stories get seen, and link to clear calls to action.

quality

World-class stories. We carefully vet and curate the best emerging creators to truly push the boundaries of what incredible impact storytelling looks like.

impact

Measurable impact. Data sits at the heart of our approach, measuring and tracking what works and what doesn’t, with an in-built reporting system to all partners.

WHAT DO WE OFFER FUNDING PARTNERS

What the Accelerator Offers To Grant-Givers

  • Founding association of Frontline Accelerator and related PR inclusions and benefits

  • Guaranteed reach and engagement via WaterBear platform and partners

  • Vetted, trusted creators from diverse backgrounds

  • Right of use of high-quality creator-led films, produced in partnership with WaterBear Studios - usage rights include owned and operated channels, both online and offline, e.g., screening events

  • Tangible impact return via collective missions on WaterBear platform, thematically linked to funding goals, e.g., nature conservation or climate action

  • Annual impact reporting

REACH OUT.

The FSA is delivered by the Resilient Foundation in partnership with WaterBear. Funders donate via the Windward Fund [501(c)(3)], our fiscal sponsor. Get in touch to find out more.