Contents
Communities to Join
Facebook groups
MOFA
- Mission & Structure:
MOFA was founded in October 2008 to support indie filmmakers in central Ohio through networking, resource-sharing, and professional development. It operates as a grassroots collective but does not state nonprofit status on its website 15. - Financial/Legal Status:
- No EIN or IRS tax-exempt records appear in the search results.
- Unlike groups like Gateway Film Foundation or Fevered Dreams Productions (which are confirmed nonprofits with revenue data), MOFA’s financial structure isn’t documented 28.
- Activities:
Hosts monthly meetings at Studio 35 in Columbus and lists a P.O. Box address, typical of small volunteer-run orgs. One board member (Lewis Gordon) is affiliated with MOFA and also works with PRAUSmedia, a nonprofit—but this doesn’t confirm MOFA’s status 9. - Comparison:
Similar groups like Hispanic Filmmakers of Cleveland (EIN: 84-3321276) are registered nonprofits, while MOFA lacks such transparency 6.
- MOFA functions as a community collective but may not be a formal 501(c)(3).
- For verification, you could:
- Request MOFA’s EIN or determination letter directly.
- Search the IRS Tax Exempt Organization Database using its name/P.O. Box 2.
- https://www.facebook.com/groups/34054321306
https://www.causeiq.com/directory/film-production-organizations-list/ohio-state/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/34054321306
Facebook Groups
Ohio Filmmakers Network
- A hub for indie filmmakers across Ohio to share projects, crew calls, and events. Often features discussions about local 48-hour film challenges and collaborations 1012.
Greater Cleveland Filmmakers
- Focused on Northeast Ohio filmmakers, with frequent posts about GCFC workshops, 48HFP teams, and regional film festivals like GCUFF 715.
Cincy Filmmakers
- For Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky filmmakers, often sharing updates from Film Cincinnati and local 48HFP competitions 12.
Toledo Indie Filmmakers
- Tied to FilmToledo, this group discusses the Tree City 50-Hour Film Challenge and other timed competitions 10.
48 Hour Film Project (Columbus, OH)
- Official group for Columbus-based 48HFP teams, with announcements for screenings (e.g., "Best Of" events at local theaters) 69.
Events
film festivals
Greater Cleveland Urban Film Festival (GCUFF)
- A non-profit festival celebrating films by creators from the African Diaspora. It includes screenings, discussions, and educational programs to support diverse voices in film 9.
Fevered Dreams Productions (Chagrin Documentary Film Festival)
- Focus: Runs the Chagrin Documentary Film Festival, offering mentorship and grants for documentary filmmakers.
- Revenue: $1.1M 10
Competitions
48 Hour Film Project - Columbus
- While not a non-profit itself, this competition collaborates with local filmmakers and organizations to support creative, time-bound filmmaking challenges 14.
Scene Postings
Volunteer Postings
acting postings
crew postings
film festival postings
Job Postings
Local Business
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Gateway Film Foundation
- Focus: Supports indie filmmakers with funding, screenings, and education.
- Revenue: $2.2M annually, making it one of Ohio’s largest film nonprofits 10.
Greater Cleveland Urban Film Foundation (GCUFF)
- Focus: Celebrates films by creators from the African Diaspora, with workshops and networking events.
- Revenue: $259K 10
4. Creative Filmmakers Association (Laura Paglin)
Focus: Supports microbudget indie filmmakers through grants and resources.
Revenue: $58.6K 10.
5. Hispanic Filmmakers of Cleveland
- Focus: Advocates for Latino filmmakers in Northeast Ohio (EIN: 84-3321276) 10.
6. Mansfield Film Club
- A smaller non-profit (EIN: 88-4190460) supporting regional filmmakers 10.
ReelAbilities Film Festival Columbus
- Focus: Showcases films by/for people with disabilities, with free screenings and discussions 15.
8. Women in Film Cincinnati
- Focus: Empowers women filmmakers through networking and grants (EIN: 81-2482658) 10.
9. Media Working Group
- Focus: Supports experimental and social-issue filmmaking (Revenue: $215K) 10.
10. 365 Project
- Focus: Promotes daily creative challenges for filmmakers (Revenue: $88.9K)
Reddit Communities
r/OhioFilmmakers
- A subreddit for Ohio-based filmmakers to share resources, crew calls, and festival opportunities (e.g., Ohio Humanities Film Fellowship) 7.
r/48HourFilm
- Global community for 48HFP participants, with occasional threads about Ohio competitions and team recruitment 69.
r/Cleveland or r/Cincinnati
- Local city subreddits where filmmakers occasionally post about regional projects or collaborations (search for "film" or "48HFP").
Key Takeaways
For 48-hour challenges, join the 48 Hour Film Project (Columbus, OH) Facebook group or r/48HourFilm on Reddit 69.
For regional collectives, explore Ohio Filmmakers Network (Facebook) or r/OhioFilmmakers (Reddit) 107.
Check FilmToledo and Film Cincinnati’s social media for affiliated groups 10
1. Gateway Film Foundation
A prominent Ohio non-profit supporting indie filmmakers, with a focus on film education and community screenings. Revenue: $2.2M, Employees: 43 39.
48HFP Connection: While not directly organizing 48-hour challenges, they foster grassroots filmmaking and could be a resource for teams.
2. Mansfield Film Club
- A smaller non-profit (EIN: 88-4190460) in Mansfield, Ohio, potentially aligned with regional indie film collectives like MOFA/SOFA 3.
3. Hispanic Filmmakers of Cleveland
- A 501(c)(3) group (EIN: 84-3321276) supporting diverse filmmakers, similar to SOFA’s regional focus 3.
4. Columbus 48 Hour Film Project
Part of the global 48HFP network, where teams create shorts in 48 hours. Winners advance to Filmapalooza 12.
Example: Past Ohio teams have competed in cities like Columbus, though specific Ohio-based orgs aren’t listed in the results.
5. Creative Filmmakers Association (Laura Paglin)
- A microbudget-friendly Ohio non-profit (Revenue: $58.6K) supporting indie filmmakers, akin to MOFA’s ethos 3.
6. Greater Cleveland Urban Film Foundation
- Hosts the GCUFF festival (Revenue: $259K), supporting underrepresented filmmakers—similar to SOFA’s mission 39.
7. Fevered Dreams Productions (Chagrin Doc Fest)
- A 501(c)(3) behind the Chagrin Documentary Film Festival, offering mentorship and funding for indie docs 39.
1. Ohio River Foundation
- Hosts the Wild & Scenic Film Festival in Cincinnati, featuring environmental films and supporting conservation efforts. They collaborate with SYRCL (South Yuba River Citizens League) to curate films that highlight ecological challenges and community-led solutions 2.
Commission
Greater Cleveland Film Commission (GCFC)
- A non-profit that supports film production and workforce development in Northeast Ohio. They host networking events, workshops (e.g., Production Assistant training), and fundraisers like the "Behind the Camera" event. GCFC also partners with local festivals like the Greater Cleveland Urban Film Festival (GCUFF) 3911.
FilmToledo
- A regional non-profit film commission serving Northwest Ohio. They organize networking mixers, screenwriter meetups (Glass City Screenwriters), and the CommUNITY Film Fest, which showcases films by aspiring filmmakers with special needs 5.
Film Cincinnati
- A non-profit dedicated to attracting film/TV productions to the Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky region. They advocate for tax incentives, provide crew resources, and host events like the upcoming AFCI Cineposium in September 2025 610.
Ohio Humanities & Wexner Center for the Arts
- Offers the Ohio Humanities Film Fellowship, funding documentary filmmakers exploring Ohio-related stories. Fellows receive mentorship and post-production support at the Wexner Center 8.
Chagrin Documentary Film Festival
- Presented by Fevered Dreams Productions, a 501(c)(3) non-profit, this festival empowers documentary filmmakers and educates audiences through impactful storytelling 13.
Citations
Get involved
local communities
facebook groups
- the search https://www.facebook.com/groups/search/groups_home/?q=ohio%20film
- must have over 1k members to be added to DUH
- must have weekly posts
- mid ohio film association southern ohio film association
https://www.48hourfilm.com/competition-rules southern ohio film association https://www.facebook.com/groups/129018007166022/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/3353219398086783/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/ohiofilm/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/609734152530838/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/columbus48HFP/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/5413648385378442/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/254709562851/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/865279776841215/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/1449944651991262/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/211703205660280/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/1791317307792488/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/150775585083922/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/364441570297163/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/119659191542355/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/clevelandindieclub/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/111905125556487/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/107825365906452/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/nwofilmmusicandvideo/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/522121667798238/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/1177672672305345/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/1494422877452247/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/43141825609/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/MichiganFilmActorsNetwork/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/360181847350950/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/575587989504438/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/filmpromotion/
- Ohio Filmmakers Network
- A hub for indie filmmakers across Ohio to share projects, crew calls, and events. Often features discussions about local 48-hour film challenges and collaborations 1012.
- Greater Cleveland Filmmakers
- Focused on Northeast Ohio filmmakers, with frequent posts about GCFC workshops, 48HFP teams, and regional film festivals like GCUFF 715.
- Cincy Filmmakers
- For Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky filmmakers, often sharing updates from Film Cincinnati and local 48HFP competitions 12.
- Toledo Indie Filmmakers
- Tied to FilmToledo, this group discusses the Tree City 50-Hour Film Challenge and other timed competitions 10.
- 48 Hour Film Project (Columbus, OH)
- Official group for Columbus-based 48HFP teams, with announcements for screenings (e.g., "Best Of" events at local theaters) 69. MOFA
- Mission & Structure:
MOFA was founded in October 2008 to support indie filmmakers in central Ohio through networking, resource-sharing, and professional development. It operates as a grassroots collective but does not state nonprofit status on its website 15. - Financial/Legal Status:
- No EIN or IRS tax-exempt records appear in the search results.
- Unlike groups like Gateway Film Foundation or Fevered Dreams Productions (which are confirmed nonprofits with revenue data), MOFA’s financial structure isn’t documented 28.
- Activities:
Hosts monthly meetings at Studio 35 in Columbus and lists a P.O. Box address, typical of small volunteer-run orgs. One board member (Lewis Gordon) is affiliated with MOFA and also works with PRAUSmedia, a nonprofit—but this doesn’t confirm MOFA’s status 9. - Comparison:
Similar groups like Hispanic Filmmakers of Cleveland (EIN: 84-3321276) are registered nonprofits, while MOFA lacks such transparency 6.
- MOFA functions as a community collective but may not be a formal 501(c)(3).
- For verification, you could:
- Request MOFA’s EIN or determination letter directly.
- Search the IRS Tax Exempt Organization Database using its name/P.O. Box 2.
- https://www.facebook.com/groups/34054321306
https://www.causeiq.com/directory/film-production-organizations-list/ohio-state/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/34054321306
48 Hour Film Project
refer here for planning ideas https://www.katharsismedia.org/post/the-benefits-of-participating-in-a-48hr-film-festival?srsltid=AfmBOopnUxadIPz7YOV7rPvNqicn2CZFJSVQM0ZWesvJN_vxUwpun96o toledo? Detroit?
Columbus 48 Hour Cincinnati 48 Hour Cleveland 48 Houir
- Part of the global 48HFP network, where teams create shorts in 48 hours. Winners advance to Filmapalooza 12.
- Example: Past Ohio teams have competed in cities like Columbus, though specific Ohio-based orgs aren’t listed in the results.
the community audit
- How well does the ohio film incentive improve the lives
Events
film festivals
Greater Cleveland Urban Film Festival (GCUFF)
- A non-profit festival celebrating films by creators from the African Diaspora. It includes screenings, discussions, and educational programs to support diverse voices in film 9.
Fevered Dreams Productions (Chagrin Documentary Film Festival)
- Focus: Runs the Chagrin Documentary Film Festival, offering mentorship and grants for documentary filmmakers.
- Revenue: $1.1M 10
Competitions
48 Hour Film Project - Columbus
- While not a non-profit itself, this competition collaborates with local filmmakers and organizations to support creative, time-bound filmmaking challenges 14.
Scene Postings
Volunteer Postings
acting postings
crew postings
film festival postings
Job Postings
Local Business
- non profit distribution and kanopy/ library access 📅 2025-07-27
- get some to 48 hr cannes 📅 2025-07-27
Theatres
public theatres
private theatre franchises
private solo theatres
Non-profit Theatres
incentives
History of Ohio's Film Incentive
additional incentives County - https://www.filmcolumbus.com/incentives/
Organization
Greater Cleveland Urban Film Foundation (GCUFF)
- Focus: Celebrates films by creators from the African Diaspora, with workshops and networking events.
- Revenue: $259K 10
Creative Filmmakers Association (Laura Paglin)
- Focus: Supports microbudget indie filmmakers through grants and resources.
- Revenue: $58.6K 10.
Hispanic Filmmakers of Cleveland**
- Focus: Advocates for Latino filmmakers in Northeast Ohio (EIN: 84-3321276) 10.
Mansfield Film Club**
- A smaller non-profit (EIN: 88-4190460) supporting regional filmmakers 10.
ReelAbilities Film Festival Columbus
- Focus: Showcases films by/for people with disabilities, with free screenings and discussions 15.
Women in Film Cincinnati**
- Focus: Empowers women filmmakers through networking and grants (EIN: 81-2482658) 10.
Media Working Group**
- Focus: Supports experimental and social-issue filmmaking (Revenue: $215K) 10.
365 Project
- Focus: Promotes daily creative challenges for filmmakers (Revenue: $88.9K)
Mansfield Film Club
- A smaller non-profit (EIN: 88-4190460) in Mansfield, Ohio, potentially aligned with regional indie film collectives like MOFA/SOFA 3.
Hispanic Filmmakers of Cleveland
- A 501(c)(3) group (EIN: 84-3321276) supporting diverse filmmakers, similar to SOFA’s regional focus 3.
Creative Filmmakers Association (Laura Paglin)
- A microbudget-friendly Ohio non-profit (Revenue: $58.6K) supporting indie filmmakers, akin to MOFA’s ethos 3.
6. Greater Cleveland Urban Film Foundation
- Hosts the GCUFF festival (Revenue: $259K), supporting underrepresented filmmakers—similar to SOFA’s mission 39.
Fevered Dreams Productions (Chagrin Doc Fest)
- A 501(c)(3) behind the Chagrin Documentary Film Festival, offering mentorship and funding for indie docs 39.
Ohio River Foundation
- Hosts the Wild & Scenic Film Festival in Cincinnati, featuring environmental films and supporting conservation efforts. They collaborate with SYRCL (South Yuba River Citizens League) to curate films that highlight ecological challenges and community-led solutions 2.
Reddit Communities
- r/OhioFilmmakers
- A subreddit for Ohio-based filmmakers to share resources, crew calls, and festival opportunities (e.g., Ohio Humanities Film Fellowship) 7.
- r/48HourFilm
- Global community for 48HFP participants, with occasional threads about Ohio competitions and team recruitment 69.
- r/Cleveland or r/Cincinnati
- Local city subreddits where filmmakers occasionally post about regional projects or collaborations (search for "film" or "48HFP").
Key Takeaways
For 48-hour challenges, join the 48 Hour Film Project (Columbus, OH) Facebook group or r/48HourFilm on Reddit 69.
For regional collectives, explore Ohio Filmmakers Network (Facebook) or r/OhioFilmmakers (Reddit) 107.
Check FilmToledo and Film Cincinnati’s social media for affiliated groups 10
Commissions and government offices
Greater Cleveland Film Commission (GCFC)
- A non-profit that supports film production and workforce development in Northeast Ohio. They host networking events, workshops (e.g., Production Assistant training), and fundraisers like the "Behind the Camera" event. GCFC also partners with local festivals like the Greater Cleveland Urban Film Festival (GCUFF) 3911.
FilmToledo
- A regional non-profit film commission serving Northwest Ohio. They organize networking mixers, screenwriter meetups (Glass City Screenwriters), and the CommUNITY Film Fest, which showcases films by aspiring filmmakers with special needs 5.
Film Cincinnati
- A non-profit dedicated to attracting film/TV productions to the Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky region. They advocate for tax incentives, provide crew resources, and host events like the upcoming AFCI Cineposium in September 2025 610.
Ohio Humanities & Wexner Center for the Arts
- Offers the Ohio Humanities Film Fellowship, funding documentary filmmakers exploring Ohio-related stories. Fellows receive mentorship and post-production support at the Wexner Center 8.
Chagrin Documentary Film Festival
- Presented by Fevered Dreams Productions, a 501(c)(3) non-profit, this festival empowers documentary filmmakers and educates audiences through impactful storytelling 13.
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Citations
Related
Get involved
local communities
facebook groups
- the search https://www.facebook.com/groups/search/groups_home/?q=ohio%20film
- must have over 1k members to be added to DUH
- must have weekly posts
- mid ohio film association southern ohio film association
https://www.causeiq.com/directory/film-production-organizations-list/ohio-state/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/34054321306
48 Hour Film Project
refer here for planning ideas https://www.katharsismedia.org/post/the-benefits-of-participating-in-a-48hr-film-festival?srsltid=AfmBOopnUxadIPz7YOV7rPvNqicn2CZFJSVQM0ZWesvJN_vxUwpun96o toledo? Detroit?
Columbus 48 Hour Cincinnati 48 Hour Cleveland 48 Houir
- Part of the global 48HFP network, where teams create shorts in 48 hours. Winners advance to Filmapalooza 12.
- Example: Past Ohio teams have competed in cities like Columbus, though specific Ohio-based orgs aren’t listed in the results.
the community audit
- How well does the ohio film incentive improve the lives
incentives
2.PUBLIC/art & entertainment media/filmAndTV/History of Ohio's Film Incentive
additional incentives County - https://www.filmcolumbus.com/incentives/
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Columbus 48 Hour Cincinnati 48 Hour Cleveland 48 Houir
- Part of the global 48HFP network, where teams create shorts in 48 hours. Winners advance to Filmapalooza 12.
- Example: Past Ohio teams have competed in cities like Columbus, though specific Ohio-based orgs aren’t listed in the results.
the community audit
- How well does the ohio film incentive improve the lives
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