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DIRECTOR & PRODUCERS: SARAH HAMILTON | CONNOR TIEULIE

Immokalee is an agricultural community with a large migrant farming population located in Southwest Florida, with over 40 percent of the population living below the poverty level.  Immokalee is facing a decades-long housing crisis, creating strain on the community’s families, students, workforce, and economy. This short film highlights Immokalee citizens and the community-first approach Nuestra Señora De La Vivienda Community Foundation and Pulte Family Charitable Foundation's social impact initiative to provide affordable housing, early childhood education, and supportive programs to help migrant farm workers and families live successful and healthy lives in Immokalee.

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AWARDS:

• EMMY AWARD WINNER: Societal Concerns | National Academy of Television Arts and Science Suncoast Chapter

• TELLY AWARD: Gold Social Impact Video

• TELLY AWARD: Bronze Not For Profit Social Video

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SOCIAL IMPACT FILM OUTCOMES

• This film was a catalyst to drive positive social change in Immokalee by raising awareness, showcasing effective approaches, fundraising efforts for nonprofit organizations, empowering the community, and promoting collaboration.

• The film's Emmy and Telly Awards gave credibility and visibility to the cause, increasing awareness and support for the movement, attracting more attention to the important social justice issues depicted in the film and solidifying its reputation as a powerful, respected, and impactful piece of media.creased awareness of the housing crisis in Immokalee:

• By highlighting the decades-long housing crisis in Immokalee, the film brings attention to the struggles faced by the community's families, students, and workforce. This increased awareness can lead to increased support and resources for addressing the housing crisis in Immokalee.

• Showcasing community-first approaches to addressing social issues: The film showcases the community-first approach of the Nuestra Señora De La Vivienda Community Foundation and Pulte Family Charitable Foundation in providing affordable housing, early childhood education, and supportive programs. This can inspire other organizations and individuals to adopt similar community-centric approaches to addressing social issues in their own communities. This can have a positive impact on the overall well-being of the community and help break the cycle of poverty.

• Promoting collaboration and partnerships: The film highlights the collaboration between the Nuestra Señora De La Vivienda Community Foundation and Pulte Family Charitable Foundation in addressing the housing crisis in Immokalee. This showcases the importance of collaboration and partnerships in addressing complex social issues and can inspire others to work together towards positive social impact.