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In this bonus episode Investing in Impact, we showcase a crossover episode from our
Disruptors for Good podcast. On this episode, we speak with
Lindsay Hadley, founder and CEO of
Harbor Fund, about building a new financing model for films designed to influence culture and create social impact.
Harbor Fund is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that uses philanthropic donations to invest in socially meaningful films. Rather than funding a single project through a traditional grant, Harbor Fund takes an equity position in selected productions. When a film generates a financial return, that capital flows back into the fund and can be invested in future projects.
The result is an evergreen model that combines philanthropy, impact investing, and independent film financing.
Lindsay shares how her 20-year career in nonprofit fundraising led her into filmmaking, why scripted narratives can sometimes create more cultural influence than documentaries, and what Harbor Fund looks for when evaluating hundreds of film submissions.
She also discusses the difficult state of the entertainment industry, the importance of established talent and strong intellectual property, and why commercial viability is a critical part of Harbor Fund’s impact thesis.
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