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rise
and
shine
based on the true story of janice steele and her daughter, terri.
Terri was a teenager who lived with Cerebral Palsy, causing a developmental disability. She simply wanted to attend high school and have a "typical" teenage experience. While Janice and Terri struggle with life's challenges, they share an eternal optimism and change the lives of those around them.
fact
According to the CDC, around half a million children currently live with Cerebral Palsy.
award winning
The team includes producers of high profile movies & shows including 2 Emmy-winners!
impact
JLYF produces empathy evoking award-winning films reaching over 2 million people worldwide on 14 different platforms including Apple TV, Amazon, iTunes, YouTube and Kanopy.
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Donations below $10,000 are tax-deductible and are received directly by Just Like You Films, a 501(c)3 nonprofit company. Donations $10,000 and above will be held by Voyage Media and donated on your behalf when enough monies have been collected to fully fund the movie. Please review the donation tiers below, then select the right fit for you and help us to make the world a more compassionate place by making your donation today.
Become an Executive Producer of Rise and Shine.
- Executive Producer credit in Rise and Shine Movie end crawl
- Display of your generous donation on promotional materials, social media, website, press releases, and verbal and digital recognition during the live and simulcasted awards show
- Your name/company’s name “In Lights” on 11x14 marquee on the JLYF’s World Headquarters Donor Wall, along with a mailed personal print of the marquee.
- A reserved spot in the 2024 Nickis Awards Show/spotlight on you, your company and/or your watch party
- Red Carpet appearance at the premiere of Rise and Shine Movie (Subject to Rise and Shine hosting a premiere. Travel not included.)
See Your Name in Lights as an Associate Producer
- Associate Producer credit in Rise and Shine Movie in the end crawl
- Display of your generous donation on promotional materials, social media, website, press releases, and verbal and digital recognition during the live and simulcasted awards show
- Your name/company’s name “In Lights” on 11x14 marquee on the JLYF’s World Headquarters Donor Wall along with a mailed personal print of the marquee
- A reserved spot in the 2024 Nickis Awards Show/spotlight on you, your company and/or your watch party
- Red Carpet appearance at the premiere of Rise and Shine Movie. (Subject to Rise and Shine hosting a premiere. Travel not included.)
A Personalized Thank You in Rise and Shine
-Special thanks credit in Rise and Shine Movie end crawl
- Display of your generous donation on promotional materials, social media, website, press releases, and verbal and digital recognition during the live and simulcasted awards show
- Your name/company’s name “in lights” on 8x10 marquee on the JLYF’s World Headquarters Donor Wall along with a mailed personal print of the marquee
- A reserved spot in the 2024 Nickis Awards Show/spotlight on you, your company and/or your watch party
- Red Carpet appearance at the premiere of Rise and Shine Movie (Subject to Rise and Shine hosting a premiere. Travel not included.)
Zoom Q&A with the Cast/Crew of Rise and Shine
- Zoom Q&A with Rise and Shine crew member
- Personalized thank you video from the cast/crew of Rise and Shine.
- Featured thank you solo social media post giving details about you and/or your company
- Marquee listing of your name/company’s name “in lights” on the JLYF’s World Headquarters Donor Wall along with a printed copy
- Regular production updates
Personalized Thank You Video from Cast/Crew
- Personalized thank you video from cast/crew
- Featured thank you solo social media post giving details about you and/or your company
- Marquee listing of your name/company’s name “in lights” on the JLYF’s World Headquarters Donor Wall along with a printed copy
- Regular production updates
Be Featured on our Social Media Campaign
- Featured thank you solo social media post giving details about you and/or your company
- Thank you video from cast/crew
- Regular production updates
Support Rise and Shine and Create a Kinder World
- Signed movie poster/script by a cast/crew member (delivered digitally)
- Regular production updates
Donate and Recieve a Social Media Shout Out!
-Special social media shout out
-Regular production updates
Your Donation
Donate to the making of Rise and Shine, a film that seeks to create a more compassionate world and a deeper understanding of those living with Cerebral Palsy. Donate and become a Movie Producer that will change lives. Explore our partner sites to learn more!
Our team
Meet the team behind Rise and Shine, dedicated to making the world a kinder place for those living with Cerebral Palsy.
Head of Production, Voyage Media, Rise and Shine Producer.
CEO, Voyage Media, Rise and Shine Producer.
Rise and Shine's Award Winning Director.
Founder/Filmmaker, Just Like You Films, Rise and Shine Producer.
* (NOT PICTURED) Randy Wooten, Founder/CEO, Low Road Films, Rise and Shine Producer.
Based on a Mother's True Story of Life with Cerebral Palsy
Meet Janice Steele, loving mother to Terri Steele who lived with Cerebral Palsy. She is the author of “Remembering Terri”, the book and source material for the movie. Just Like You Films and the Rise & Shine production team honored Janice for her account of her daughter Terri's journey and her efforts to raise awareness, understanding, and compassion for all kids living with Cerebral Palsy.
