Facets Kids - An App with Smart Films for Smart Kids

A project in Chicago, IL by Facets
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Films have the power to inspire creativity in children, and Facets Kids can give more kids access to smart, mindful movies.
Backers: 351
Average Pledge Per Backer: $156

Funded: $54,801 of $50,000
Dates: Oct 19th -> Nov 22nd (35 days)
Project By: Facets
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Latest News

Our Last Hurrah!

November 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
Thank you all for helping us build this amazing resource for kids. Without you, kids would not have many options for indie media and 1000s of smart films would go unseen.   Here is your 6th film that will be available on the app: MisInvientions of... (Read More)

1 Day Left to Save Kids' Indie! 5 Free Films!

November 21st - via: kickstarter.com
The next 24 hours will be our last chance to support the creation of Facets Kids, so tell everyone you know to make this project a reality!  We're only $3K away from our goal, and we couldn't have done it without your pledges and support. Facets... (Read More)

2 Days to Save Kids’ Indie Films, 4th Free Film!

November 20th - via: kickstarter.com
Only $5k away from our $50k Kickstarter goal! Mrs. Ray has two girls, 5 and 6 years old: “My concern is the bad influence from the movies. As a parent,you always want to have positive influences. When you are choosing a movie, you want them to have... (Read More)

3 Days left! 3rd Free Film!

November 19th - via: kickstarter.com
We are 86% funded! Facets Kids will succeed! Thanks to you, our backers, we are only a little over $6K away from our goal. Keep sharing Facets Kids with your friends and community to reach our goal. We believe in the integrity of kids' films. No ads.... (Read More)

4 Days to Go! Free Film #2

November 18th - via: kickstarter.com
You are part of a team of creative filmmakers like Werner Herzog and Angie Haush in helping us build the Facets Kids app.  With you help we are just shy of reaching our Kickstarter goal! Only $7k away from $50k.  Did you know? Facets Kids has 400... (Read More)

Free Film #1

November 17th - via: kickstarter.com
We are only $9K away from our $50,000 goal! Take a moment and congratulate yourself: you are making indie films available for kids everywhere. Now celebrate your hard work by enjoying the first Countdown Film! New Digs by Martin Sen.  Also, here's... (Read More)

The Countdown Begins!

November 14th - via: kickstarter.com
Time is ticking with only 5 days left to reach our Kickstarter goal! Each day this week (including today) we will send you a Facets Kids film for you to enjoy and share with your community, friends, and family. That's 6 independent, smart films... (Read More)

24 hours left for $10,000 match

November 11th - via: kickstarter.com
We are just under half way to the $10,000 point. From now until tomorrow at 5:00 PM you still have a chance to get involved in our $1 for $1 matching challenge. Help give kids everywhere the choice to watch smart, independent films. Please spread the... (Read More)

Special New Reward Items - Downton Abbey

November 6th - via: kickstarter.com
What will the Grantham family do with this horrible news! Oh, how one pesky iceberg can change so much... You've probably already seen it, but now you have a chance to own a one-of-a-kind piece of Downton Abbey history!  The first new reward added... (Read More)

Plot twist!

November 6th - via: kickstarter.com
From now until Wednesday (11/12) a generous donor will match up to $10,000 in funds raised. This means, for every $1 given, it's actually $2! With this new great challenge, we can meet and perhaps surpass our original goal. Make your tax-deductible... (Read More)

Week 2: Progress!

October 31st - via: kickstarter.com
We have made progress by leaps and bounds, and it's rather exciting. I'd like to extend a warm welcome and thank-you to our new backers. This week's update is all about giving your contribution that extra boost. If you haven't already, please post a... (Read More)

Update #1: Couldn't have asked for a better start!

October 24th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello everyone! Katie here, the Facets Kids Kickstarter project manager. Thank you to everyone for being the first to back Facets Kids! We have had a great first week. You all aren't the only ones noticing Facets Kids. Dr. Edelberg at Whole Health... (Read More)

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