A message from the ceo
AHC FILMS is a nonprofit division of American Hope Charities, founded on the belief that education and storytelling have the power to transform lives, restore dignity, and shape futures.
In a world increasingly influenced by media and access to knowledge, we exist to ensure that hope is not a privilege, but an opportunity available to all—especially those historically left behind.
WHO WE ARE
American Hope Charities is a 501(c)(3) taxexempt nonprofit organization founded in 2005 (EIN 510559942).
AHC FILMS is its media and education division, operating as a research-based education and storytelling organization committed to empowering underserved students and emerging filmmakers through opportunity, discipline, and truth driven narratives.
OUR CORE VALUES
Everything we do is grounded in enduring principles:
• Respect for God’s laws, and for the rights, differences, and dignity of all people
• Integrity in every relationship and action
• Excellence in our work and in the communities we serve
We recognize that media shapes societies, influences values, and connects an increasingly interdependent world. With that influence comes responsibility—and
purpose.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to fund life-changing education scholarships and develop powerful, true stories that inspire action, accountability, and hope.
JUNIOR AND HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIPS
AHC FILMS provides 100 four-year education scholarships each year to qualified, impoverished junior high and high school students in Rural America, Kenya, Honduras, and Colombia.
Scholarships are awarded to students attending top tier private boarding schools and include:
• Full tuition
• Books and study materials
• Uniforms
• Approved extracurricular activities
• Golf and soccer equipment and club memberships
• A modest weekend stipend
To retain the scholarship, students must consistently rank in the top 10% of their class.
Falling below this standard results in forfeiture of remaining funds—ensuring accountability, excellence, and longterm success.
APPLY HERE NOW
Click for link to Scholarship Terms & Conditions
and the Application Portal.
Filmmaking Leadership & Market Entry Funding
AHC FILMS supports emerging filmmakers who are shaping the cultural conversation of the next generation.
Through leadership, mentoring, and disciplined funding criteria, we help new voices bring meaningful, truth-driven stories to life—stories that matter.
Criteria for Filmmaker Market Entry Funding Application.
MAT 1926 Emerging Filmmakers Program.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, with a timeline of up to four (4) months.
Required Application Elements:
- Film Title
- Film Poster (finalized or concept image suitable for review)
- Genre
- Primary Location (filming and narrative setting)
- Audience Appeal (maximum 125 words)
- Uniqueness of the Film (maximum 25 words)
- Director Information (maximum 75 words)
- Screenwriter Experience (maximum 125 words)
- Principal Talent
- Headshot required
- Role and actor description (maximum 25 words each)
- Budgetary Considerations (maximum 25 words)
- Film Treatment
- Maximum one (1) page
- No more than 59 lines
- Clear beginning, middle, and end
- Character List with brief role descriptions
- Completed Screenplay (PDF, standard format)
- Applicant Contact Information
Submission of an application does not guarantee funding. Selected filmmakers may be contacted for further review and due diligence.
APPLY FOR FILMMAKER FUNDING
Click for link to Terms & Conditions and Application Portal.
Our Filmmaking Process
These films serve as career-launching calling cards and gateways to future feature-length work.
Stories – Research-tested narratives with compelling beginnings and lasting conclusions.
Directing – Translating vision into audience engagement and reflection.
Production & Premiere – Each supported filmmaker produces an 11-minute short film for U.S. and international festival submission.
YOUR OPPORTUNITY TO MAKE AN IMPACT
A tax-deductible donation of $15,000 fully finances the development, production, and distribution of one short film—launching a filmmaker’s career while sharing a story capable of changing lives.
WhY WE WORK
Despite global uncertainty, AHC FILMS is advancing a $50 million long-term vision focused on:
Building Schools
Self-sustaining, high-technology private schools
Education
Education for up to 1,000 students
Worldwide Impact
Development of 2–3 global school campuses
Filmmaking
Production of 5–6 internationally exhibited films
Each initiative is guided by objective feasibility studies, disciplined governance, and measurable outcomes.
We are committed to doing fewer things exceptionally well—because that is how lasting change is built.
about ahc films
Mission: Create true stories of cinematic excellence from around the world.
Strategy: Focus. Growth. Impact.
Purpose: Inspire audiences, ignite curiosity, and build engaged global communities.
Contact:
Jorge Rivera, MS, MBA, Ph.D.
Chief Executive Officer
Email: jrb@ahcfillms.org
Europe Office:
10 Margaret Street, London W1W 8RL
United Kingdom
U.S. Office:
468 North Camden Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210, USA
Global Telephone: +1.310.997.8219
Our current projects
Our Completed and In-Production Projects. Our Mission: Create true stories of cinematic excellence in English from around the world.
