North American Rangelands Documentary Film Initiative
IYRP North America Documentary Film Proposal Learn more about the plan to develop a full-feature documentary film about North American rangelands and their importance ecologically, economically, and socially. The video concludes with a call for support. 3:05 minutes
History of the IYRP Initiative This video provides an overview of the successful eight-year effort to gain United Nations approval for an International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists scheduled now for 2026. 3:50 minutes.
Testimonial for the IYRP North America Documentary Film Funding Request by Brett Hess, Executive Director, Western Association of Western Agricultural Experiment Station Directors. 4:53 minutes.
Further Information
Be a part of this singular opportunity, please contribute generously to the IYRP North America Documentary Film Initiative!
Individual and organizational donors will have their names included in the film credits – large donations will be noted at specific levels as noted below.
Please note that credit card donations incur a processing fee of 3.6%. You may increase your donation to cover this fee.
Donations made by check should be made out to WAAESD and IYRP noted in the memo line. Mail to 5890 Brittania Dr., Reno NV 89523.
For donations over $5,000 or to make alternative arrangements for payment, please call Jenn at 970-219-2219. For more information about production plans, the Advisory Board, or film credits, please contact Barbara Hutchinson at (link sends e-mail)barbarah@cals.arizona.edu; (520) 909-4722. THANK YOU!
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Gold - $10,000 to $24,999
Silver - $5,000 to $9,999
Bronze - $500 to $4,999
Pearl - $50 to $499