<div><strong>We reached our initial goal! Now please help us get to the finish Line! </strong>
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<div>AN UPDATE ABOUT THE UPDATE:
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<div> I couldn't be more grateful for all the love and support. 
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<div>When I first decided to do the video I had no idea how much it would cost. I know videos are expensive. I almost passed out when I saw the $30,000 price tag but I knew it was worth it so I was going to try to do it all on my own, picking up extra shifts auditioning for projects I wasn't really passionate about, playing the lottery. Then someone suggested go fund me and I sent my first goal just to help with 30% of the cost and I would figure out the rest, thanks to all of your support, we exceeded the initial lower level goal and made 50% of the cost. So I'm raising the goal to cover some additional expenses associated with the video, which will allow me to create the video without going inter Financial distress.. I'm still paying for a lot of the video out of pocket but reason this money will allow everyone to get paid on time and for the video to come out sooner. 
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<div>I am constantly figuring out ways that I can spread some joy! Through performance, drag and advocacy I always put 100% of myself into projects. 
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<div>We are filming JANUARY 30 2024! Thank you to those who already donated! It means the world!
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<div><strong>DONATIONS : </strong>
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<div>Individual rewards!
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<div>$5 - i'll give you a verbal SHOUT OUT! ( I'm serious wherever I am I will scream your name out loud at the top of my lungs)
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<div>$250 -or more -receive a signed Polaroid from the MV shoot
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<div>$500 or more - receive YOUR name in Music Video credits
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<div>$2,000 or more- receive prop/costume from MV shoot
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<div><strong>MILESTONE REWARDS ( all donors receive Milestone benefits once we hit each milestone)</strong>:
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<div>$5,000 BTS photos shared with all donors.
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<div>$7500 BTS video shared with all donors
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<div><strong>First thing first: why in the world do I want to make a Janet Jackson tribute Music Video??</strong>
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<div>Janet Jackson is an icon, a multi-talented artist and role model for me and countless others in endless ways. Her music, dancing, acting, and artistry have brought joy and inspiration to millions around the world. I have always been drawn to Janet's videos. They are stunning, innovative, and ALWAYS push boundaries. She spoke to me at an early age... you should have seen me in my pajamas at 10 years old, learning the choreography to Rhythm Nation, wearing out my VHS tape!
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<div>As a live performer and creative, I believe that art has the power to heal, to inspire, and to change the world.
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<div>This isn't a money making Venture for me personally. The film/TV strikes have left many people in the arts struggling to make ends meet. Art and activism often work together, so I'd like to do something to help. This project will provide work opportunities for dancers, filmmakers, and other members of the LGBTQ+ community. I am committed to creating a project that is inclusive, diverse, and celebrates the power of art.
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<div><strong>How You Can Help:</strong> DONATE AND SHARE!
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<div>Your donation will help me to pay for equipment, costumes, and other production costs.
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<div><strong>EVERY DOLLAR COUNTS</strong>. ( Down to the last minute ...)
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<div> It will be used to compensate the artists who will work on the project. This isn't some heavy endeavor that will change the world, but it WILL help to create heaps of joy and generate income for these incredible artists currently in industry-limbo. Let the countdown to New Year's Day begin, now!
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<div>Together let's create something beautiful!
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<div>-Pep
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<div>#JanetJackson #ShotForShot #ArtForChange
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