A Reason

A suicidal man must choose between a gun and cookbook. A story about food and mental health.

A Reason - A Short Film About Food and Mental Health

This is the ongoing donation portal for "A Reason." In addition to our campaign, we will need funds for Post-Production, film festivals, and any unexpected expenses. The story is as follows: A suicidal man is given a second chance at life when a compassionate pawnshop owner offers him an unusual choice: a gun or a cookbook. In the process, he finds passion, romance, heartbreak, and a genuine sense of purpose. We are shooting in July 2025 and are expecting to be completed by November 2025.

FAQs

Is my donation tax-deductible?
A Reason is a fiscally sponsored project of Fractured Atlas, a 501(c)(3) charity. Contributions made payable to Fractured Atlas for the purposes of A Reason are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. If you receive a reward in exchange for your donation, the fair market value of that reward will reduce the tax-deductible portion of your donation. The value of the reward you receive will be included in your donation receipt.
What is the processing fee? Do I have to pay it?
Fractured Atlas assesses a 8% administrative fee on all donations. This fee covers all administrative costs—including website maintenance, credit card processing, staff time, and bank fees. It’s completely up to you whether or not you’d like to cover the fee. If you choose not to, it will be subtracted from A Reason's revenue.
Will I be charged right away for my donation?
Yes. Fractured Atlas will immediately charge the card entered at the time your donation is made.
What personal information will be shared publicly or with the fundraiser?
Only your name will be shared publicly if you donate to this campaign. If you’d like to remain anonymous, you indicate that when completing your payment info. Fundraisers will have access to your name and contact information unless you choose to remain anonymous to the fundraiser as well. For more information about how Fractured Atlas uses information, please review our Privacy Policy.

A Reason

A suicidal man must choose between a gun and cookbook. A story about food and mental health.

A Reason - A Short Film About Food and Mental Health

I just want to give to A Reason.

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Thank You Digital Postcard

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Recipe Card from Cast and Crew

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Full PDF Version of the Script

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Signed Physical Copy of Script

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Link to Director’s Cut of the Film

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Cookbook w/ Recipes from Cast & Crew

Donate $250.00 or more

Video of Table Read Session w/ Cast

Donate $500.00 or more

Executive Producer Credit

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Private Screening w/ Cast & Crew