The Necessary Foundation, a new nonprofit backed by actors Alan Cumming and Bowen Yang, launched to support LGBTQ+ filmmakers with grants, mentorship and industry opportunities as major studios reduce diversity initiatives. The foundation will distribute $20,000 annual grants to early-career queer filmmakers and provide additional support including festival sponsorships and mentorship from established industry figures.
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The Necessary Foundation, a new nonprofit backed by actors Alan Cumming and Bowen Yang, launched to support LGBTQ+ filmmakers with grants, mentorship and industry opportunities as major studios reduce diversity initiatives. The foundation will distribute $20,000 annual grants to early-career queer filmmakers and provide additional support including festival sponsorships and mentorship from established industry figures.