My friend Michael Aisner invited me to come film Jane Goodall tonight. They’ve been friends for some 25 years, and he got his hands on some old super-8 footage of Jane and family in the Serengeti and Gombe, at the outset of her pioneering research with chimps. It was a pleasure to meet this world-famous primatologist in person for the first time. And a privilege to see 45 year-old footage of her interacting with her baby boy, her favorite chimps, visiting scientists . . .
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Kiva: Direct Development
As a documentary filmmaker, I know what it’s like to have a vision and passion — and then have to go out and raise funds to help me make progress on that vision. That’s why I like Kiva, which does a great job of connecting people through lending for the sake of alleviating poverty. Their website gives you a chance to learn about entrepreneurs around the world. They have a vision, and are just lacking the funds to make good on it. Given global income inequality, even $25 from me can make a difference. Today, I funded my 35th individual through Kiva; and once they pay me back, I just recycle the investment to another worthy entrepreneur.
Anybody else have good experiences about Kiva? Let me know. Or if you know of other organizations like this one – using technology for “direct development” — please let me know too!
Volcanic Sprint in Boulder Adventure Film Festival
Got word today that Volcanic Sprint was accepted into the Boulder Adventure Film Festival that goes from November 6-8, 2009.