The MEMa Studio Campaign

Put a working studio in front of a student who has never seen one

Since 2012, TechKno Academy has taught film, music and sound to young people on Chicago's South Side, led by producers, engineers and directors who do this for a living. Your gift funds the next cohort, and the 53-foot mobile studio that will take the same training to schools that have none.

Why Give

Working since 2012

More than 500 students have come through TechKno Academy. This is not a pilot.

Taught by people who do the job

Music producers, recording artists, film directors, audio engineers and videographers. Students learn on professional equipment, from professionals.

Every dollar reaches the mission

We use Zeffy, which charges nonprofits nothing.
100% of your donation goes to the programs.

  • $25

    Founding Supporter. Your name on the digital supporter wall.

  • $100

    Studio Builder. Above, plus the build update video series.

  • $500

    Track Sponsor. Above, plus credit as sponsor of a student recording session.

  • $1000

    Road Crew. Above, plus your name or logo on the trailer itself.

Giving at $5,000 or above? Those tiers carry dedication invitations, naming rights and co-branded content.

Email info@thememafoundation.org
for more information.

Give to the build

Donations are processed by Zeffy, which provides a tax receipt for your records, and 100% of what you give reaches the programs.

Donate

Would you rather fund students directly? The TechKno Academy Fall Cohort campaign does that.

Frequently asked questions

  • By using Zeffy as our donation platform, 100% of your contribution goes directly to the mission. Today that funds film, music and sound programs for teens in Chicago: writing, producing and designing sound for short films. As the MEMa Studio is built, those same programs will travel to schools beyond the city.

  • Yes, equipment especially. Professional audio and video gear, computers and software licences go straight into the programs. Get in touch before sending anything, so we can confirm it's something we can use and maintain. We'll acknowledge in writing what we receive; valuing a non-cash gift is the donor's responsibility rather than ours.

  • Yes. There are plenty of opportunities to help in the classroom, and we're always interested in working professionals who want to pass on what they know. Get in touch and we'll find a fit.

  • The programs run either way. They have since 2012, in space that schools and partner organizations provided. Every gift goes to the work regardless. The Studio makes that work reach further; it isn't a condition of it happening.

The Mobile Educational Multimedia Foundation, Inc.
EIN: 41-5007663

The MEMa Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3).
Your contribution is fully tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.