About the Silver Thread Collective
Silver Thread is the entertainment initiative of Muslims for Progressive Values, dedicated to expanding the definition of what it is to be Muslim in Hollywood, on and off screen. Silver Thread invests directly in artists and filmmakers telling stories that push beyond conventional ideas of Muslim identity and expand the freedom of who Muslim characters get to be. In the past year alone, Silver Thread has awarded eight monetary grants to artists creating work across film, television, animation, theater and publishing. Silver Thread was founded by Ani Zonneveld, Anna Khaja, Farah Merani and Sarish Khan.
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the backstory
Centering Muslim-rooted voices in arts and entertainment.
In just one year, Silver Thread has supported bold and genre-defying Muslim artists across film, television, theater, publishing, photography, and animation while creating spaces for community, collaboration, and visibility in the entertainment industry.
An initiative of MPV, Silver Thread exists to help place Muslim and Muslim-rooted stories at the center of the cultural conversation through storytelling, advocacy, and artistic support.
As we enter our second year, we need your support. Your donation helps us continue funding artists, hosting gatherings, supporting emerging projects, and building a more expansive future for Muslim storytelling.
The Community Arts Grant
The Community Arts Grant supports the development, creation, and promotion of short films, documentaries, and theatre productions that address pressing social issues experienced by the Muslim community. By providing micro-grants and mentorship to these creatives, we foster innovative, thought-provoking content that raises awareness, while simultaneously nourishing a space for marginalized people to feel safe and affirmed in their artistic journey.
Learn more about the projects we’ve funded here.
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