2017 SHINE GLOBAL ANNUAL REPORT 2017 MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 2017 was a year of change for Shine Global. In February, we moved into beautiful new offices that literally changed the way we do business. On a busy day, the office is humming special Caitlin Glasgo. We also with as many as 10 people and we’re added “families” to our mission now able to host our board meetings statement and are exploring in a warm, informal manner. producing fiction films in addition to the documentaries We released "The Wrong Light" in for which Shine has earned its theaters to strong audience and reputation. Both of these critical response and "Liyana" began decisions will help expand our its successful festival life by winning reach and impact. We’re very Best Documentary at the LA Film excited by the opportunities this Festival. We also joined the feature new direction promises. doc "Tre Maison Dasan" about children with incarcerated parents, As Buddhists remind us, life is began production on "Virtually Free" change, and we embrace it in our (working title) about juvenile justice, work and relationships with one and produced our first digital series another. I feel more grateful than “The Election Effect,” released in 2018. I can say to work with such outstanding staff, Board of In September, we reluctantly said Directors, Board of Governors, goodbye to Kiana Jackson, our generous donors, and partners. wonderful executive assistant, who Thank you all for making Shine so happily was replaced by the equally important for children at risk. I WANT THEM TO REMEMBER I AM THE STORYTELLER -LIYANA ABOUT US OUR MISSION SHINE GLOBAL GIVES VOICE TO CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES BY TELLING STORIES OF THEIR RESILIENCE TO RAISE AWARENESS, PROMOTE ACTION, AND INSPIRE CHANGE. WHAT WE DO ◇ Produce inspirational films and compelling media about at-risk children ◇ Tailor distribution and outreach to connect with diverse audiences ◇ Encourage social change through powerful engagement campaigns 2017 OUR PASSION & HARD WORK HAVE BEEN REWARDED ◇ Won more than 60 major awards, including an Academy Award® for Best Documentary Short Subject ◇ Reached 3 million + viewers via multi-channel distribution on platforms such as MTV, Netflix, iTunes, DVD, and Facebook ◇ Screened for the US Congress, US State Department, and US Department of Labor in support of pro-child legislation I HAVE A LOT OF IMPOSSIBLE DREAMS, BUT I STILL DREAM THEM -INOCENTE Susan MacLaury OUR TEAM Executive Director & Co-Founder Susan MacLaury executive produced the Emmy Award®-winning, Academy Award®-nominated documentary "War/Dance," as well as "The Harvest (La Cosecha)," the Academy Award® Winner "Inocente," "1 Way Up in 3D," "The Eagle Huntress," and "Liyana." She is also the producer of Shine’s forthcoming documentary "Virtually Free" (working title) and "The Wrong Light." Susan is in charge of the educational outreach and social advocacy efforts for all of Shine’s films. She is dually degreed in social work administration and health education and was associate professor of health education at Kean University from 1994 through 2013. Albie Hecht Co-Founder Albie Hecht is the Chief Content Officer of pocket.watch, a kids and family brand. He was recently the head of the HLN Network and prior to that, he was the CEO of Worldwide Biggies, a digital studio creating transmedia content for film and TV. Before creating Biggies, Albie was President of Film and Television Entertainment at Nickelodeon, and creator and President of Spike TV. In the movies, he produced the Oscar®-nominated animated feature "Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius," Shine Global’s first film, the Oscar®-nominated feature documentary, "War/Dance," the Oscar® winner "Inocente," and "1 Way Up." Alexandra Blaney CFO/ Director of Marketing & Production Alexandra Blaney joined Shine Global in 2009. She is currently producing "Virtually Free" (working title) and served as Co-Producer on "1 Way Up in 3D" and "The Wrong Light" and Associate Producer on Shine’s Academy Award® winning short documentary film "Inocente." She also helps develop and manage the outreach and engagement programs for Shine’s films. Caitlin Glasgo Executive Assistant Caitlin Glasgo joined Shine Global in September 2017. Her love for working with youth paired with her passion for creating empathy, connection and positive social change is what drew her to Shine’s mission. Kiana Jackson Executive Assistant through September 2017 Kiana Jackson started as an intern at Shine in the fall of 2013. She graduated from NYU with a major in Cinema Studies and a minor in Business Entertainment and Media Technologies. BOARD OF DIRECTORS "I WITNESSED THE HIGH ARTISTIC STANDARDS OF SHINE’S PRODUCTIONS... ...the vision and the intense dedication of its founders and executive team, and the great expertise and warmth of its Board members. Shine actually finds itself at the intersection of several of my long-term interests: the power of film to educate and incite change; the condition of children and the extraordinary resilience that they often display; the role that not-for- profit organizations can play towards social change. Later joining the Board was really an obvious decision!" Anne Prost, Board Chair Robert Keith Al Marilyn Albie Baker Brown Cattabiani DeLuca Hecht Gail Adrienne Bill Susan Ellen Khosla Lopez MacArthur MacLaury Maddrey Regan Don Anne Kay Dario McCarthy Melnick Prost Sarlin Wright Spina BOARD OF GOVERNORS "THE FILMS FROM SHINE GLOBAL PULL ON MY HEARTSTRINGS.... ...They are inspiring stories that need to be heard, ones that will touch lives, stimulate conversation, and hopefully bring change to the lives of those in need. I plan to use my experiences to continue to support the growth of the organization and look forward to what the future holds." Jeanine Kay, Board of Governors "SHINE GLOBAL MAKES BEAUTIFUL FILMS ABOUT TOUGH SUBJECTS... ...Homelessness, child labor in America, children caught in the juvenile justice system are but a few of the themes Shine has tackled. These stories and many more need to be told and Shine is working tirelessly to tell them. I’m honored to serve on the Board of Governors.” Susan Ringo, Board of Governors Beth Jeanine Susan Hiry Deutschman Kay Ringo West 2017 HIGHLIGHTS 2017 HIGHLIGHTS From "The Eagle Huntress" poster in the French metro to the "Liyana" festival premiere JOINED FILM "TRE where the kids flew on an airplane for the first MAISON DASAN" time – 2017 was quite a year for Shine! We’re proud to have brought "The Wrong Light" to The feature US audiences, shining a light on the topic of documentary film "Tre misrepresentation in the charity industry; Maison Dasan" supported the film "Tre, Maison, Dasan" about explores parental parental incarceration; and begun a new incarceration through documentary in which teens’ work is used in police officer training. And we couldn’t have the eyes of three boys. done it without our supporters! From first time director Denali Tiller. "THE EAGLE HUNTRESS" "LIYANA" SEEN WORLD WORLDWIDE PREMIERE "Liyana" had its Released world premiere in theaters at the LA Film around Festival where it the world won best and on documentary DVD in the - with the film US subjects in attendance! "LIYANA" WINS HEARTLAND FILM GRAND PRIZE The $25,000 prize will go to supporting the film's outreach and engagement work BEGAN "LIYANA" PRODUCTION SCREENS ON NEW FILM FOR YOUTH Began production on a IN DOHA new documentary about alternatives to juvenile detention in Richmond, VA with director André Robert Lee "THE WRONG LIGHT" IN THEATERS Aisholpan Nurgaiv - star of "The Eagle Huntress" - received the Asia Game AISHOLPAN Changer Award NAMED AN for breaking gender ASIA GAME barriers at a CHANGER remarkably young age IN DISTRIBUTION The Wrong Light The film is sparking conversations with audiences around the world about the role and responsibility of non-profits and donors. “An engrossing cautionary tale” “The film sheds valuable light on the potentially damaging effects of grand-scale deception on the needy and vulnerable." "A dramatic account that will make all do-gooders think twice about how they spend their charitable dollars.” "A truly eye-opening documentary which challenges a lot of our most dearly held beliefs about charity, The Wrong Light illustrates how unexamined prejudice and genuine cultural difference can combine to help conceal the activities of those who see global inequality as a hotbed of opportunity." Eye for Film IMPACT "The Wrong Light" resulted in a warrant for Mickey Choothesa's arrest in Thailand for financial malfeasance and his organization COSA was forced to close. The Australian non-profit Hands Across The Water is sponsoring our female subjects' education and housing. We continue to make the film available for those working in anti-trafficking, international aid and development, and the non-profit world. PRODUCED IN ASSOCIATION Liyana The film is resonating with a diverse global audience - garnering rave reviews, enthusiastic audiences, and over 20 festival awards. IMPACT GOALS "Liyana" is a film that gives young storytellers the stage. We believe this film will play a role in deconstructing stereotypes and challenging the prevalent, simplistic narrative of African orphans ◇ Encourage young people of all colors and backgrounds to make their voices and stories heard ◇ Inspire professionals like teachers and therapists to utilize art and storytelling to empower ◇ Promote the use of arts to support youth healing from loss and trauma ◇ Improve access to arts education in underserved communities ◇ Build empathy and respect for underserved youth ◇ Combat HIV/AIDS stigma with compassion & hope PRODUCED IN ASSOCIATION The Eagle Huntress In 2017, "The Eagle Huntress" went global, screening in theaters and countries around the world. "Avec La Jeune Fille et son aigle, le réalisateur anglais Otto Bell signe un premier documentaire magnifique. Dans ce film, la puissance des paysages de Mongolie fait écho à la force de caractère d’Aisholpan." "With The Eagle Huntress, the English filmmaker Otto Bell signs a first magnificent documentary.