Showing the Real Face of Plastic Pollution in Our Oceans

A project in San Francisco, CA by Justin Lewis and Michelle Stauffer
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To create a documentary short film & book about the Sargasso Sea ecosystem with a focus on plastic pollution in the North Atlantic Gyre
Backers: 461
Average Pledge Per Backer: $62

Funded: $28,781 of $26,000
Dates: Feb 22nd -> Mar 24th (30 days)
Project By: Justin Lewis and Michelle Stauffer
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Latest News

Bon Voyage!

April 9th - via: kickstarter.com
The early 4am morning came gently today as our excitement and planning manifested into a new reality. Armed with four large checked bags, four carry ons, and months of pre-production, we left San Francisco Airport to dive into the Sargasso Sea's... (Read More)

WE MADE IT!!!

March 24th - via: kickstarter.com
As we end our Kickstarter campaign, we can't help but feel wholly overwhelmed, inspired, and grateful for the support we have received the past 30 days. WE RAISED $28,781.11! It has truly been an incredible journey. When we first began this process,... (Read More)

The PLASTIC CHALLENGE

March 19th - via: kickstarter.com
Here we are - 4 days to go! We are thrilled with how far we've come, and eternally grateful for all your support. Each one of you makes this project possible, so thank you! We have a short video to share today. We're inviting you to take the Plastic... (Read More)

'Deadline Looms To Fund Critical Ocean Plastic-Trash Film'

March 18th - via: kickstarter.com
Greetings friends! Our Kickstarter campaign has brought an unforeseen amount of support from our immediate network and extended community. Strangers and friends have come together to support our project, spreading the word, and providing a platform... (Read More)

One Week Left!

March 16th - via: kickstarter.com
We only have one week left to reach our Kickstarter goal of $26,000. With approximately $12,000 left to raise that comes to almost 2k a day. A daunting goal but still very possible. This is the last week we need you to push for this project and... (Read More)

a huge THANK YOU!

March 13th - via: kickstarter.com
Happy Wednesday friends. We want to extend a huge thank you to each and everyone of you who has helped us come this far. We exceeded $11,000 last night, and with 10 days left - we hope to build momentum up until the very last day!  Without the... (Read More)

Week three = new rewards!

March 9th - via: kickstarter.com
Greetings friends - Happy Monday! As we kick off the third week of our Kickstarter campaign, we want to share some additions to our project. We have added two new rewards at the $30 and $45 dollar tier. You can now pledge to receive a digital... (Read More)

ALMOST HALFWAY THERE!

March 8th - via: kickstarter.com
This post is for backers only. Please visit Kickstarter.com and log in to read. (Read More)

1 week, 3 to go!

March 1st - via: kickstarter.com
Wow! One week into our campaign and we have almost raised $3,000! We want to thank each of you for taking interest in our project and pledging. We can't do this project without your support - and we appreciate your enthusiasm. We still need your help... (Read More)

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