Yes. Production on Fast Is Fun is already underway.

Our minimum production budget is $80,000, which supports a completed film. Additional funding will expand archival access, filming opportunities, and post-production resources.

Contributions support interviews, crew, archival licensing, editing, sound, and other budgeted production expenses, including filmmaker Joel Hersch’s directing and production work.

The film is scheduled for completion in fall 2027, in time for the Santa Cruz Yacht Club’s 100th anniversary.

The film is scheduled to screen with the Santa Cruz Film Festival in fall 2027. Additional screening opportunities will be announced as they are confirmed.

No. Contributions are received directly by Joel Hersch Media and are not tax-deductible charitable donations.

Contributions of $5,000 to under $10,000 include the option of a sponsorship mention in the film’s credits. Contributions of $10,000 or more include the option of a special message and logo placement in the credits, with details agreed upon in advance.

Please contact Joel Herschdirectly to arrange payment transfer options and discuss sponsorship placement and recognition.

No. Joel Hersch retains full editorial and creative control. Contributions and sponsorship recognition do not grant influence over the film’s narrative, interviews, or final edit. However, the story is still in development and we are open for tips, historical facts, and access to archival footage.

No. Contributions support production of the film and do not provide ownership, profit participation, or a financial return.