It’s all about connection

COMMUNITY SCREENINGS & CONVERSATIONS

 

The Finding Inspiration Foundation hosts film screenings and community events designed to spark honest conversations around mental health, healing, and emotional wellbeing.

 

Our events use short narrative films as conversation starters—creating space for reflection, dialogue, and connection. Screenings are paired with facilitated discussions, Q&A sessions, and mental health resources to ensure audiences feel supported and informed.

 

Curious about submitting a film for one of our screenings? Scroll to the bottom of the page to learn more!
 

What Our Events Look Like

Each event may include:

 

  • A screening of one or more Finding Inspiration films

  • Or a screening of another filmmaker’s work


  • Guided discussion questions or moderated conversation


  • Guest speakers with lived experiences or mental health professionals (when available)


  • Resource sharing for continued support


 

Events are intentionally designed to be approachable, inclusive, and rooted in empathy rather than judgment.

Who Our Events Are For

Our screenings and conversations are hosted in partnership with:
 

  • Nonprofits and community organizations


  • Schools and universities


  • Workplaces and wellness programs


  • Libraries and community centers


 

Whether the audience is ten people or two hundred, our goal remains the same: create a safe space for people to engage with mental health topics honestly and openly.

Why These Events Matter

Many people struggle in silence. Our events help break that silence by normalizing mental health conversations and reminding attendees that they are not alone.


By meeting people where they are—through story—we make difficult topics more accessible and less intimidating.

UPCOMING EVENTS

We will be bringing back our monthly events every third Thursday, beginning on April 16, 2026 - doors open at 6:30 PM.

🎬 Submit Your Film

The Inspiring Films Series is back at Urban District Market in Charlotte, NC — and we’re expanding.
Each month, we curate short films that center around mental health, resilience, identity, grief, burnout, community, and emotional growth. Every screening is followed by a guided conversation designed to create space for honest dialogue and connection.
We are currently accepting short film submissions for consideration.
Click the link below for more information!