TELLING AMERICA’S STORIES
THE BETTER ANGELS SOCIETY
The Better Angels Society is the preeminent organization supporting excellence in American history documentaries in ways that advance civic engagement and educate generations of students and lifelong learners.
Learn more about our work, meet members of our community, and see a sampling of the films we have supported through our programs in the video to the left.
OUR WORK
“History can help us connect with our better angels.”
“We believe an understanding of history is critical to a healthy democracy.”

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Join this vibrant community of dedicated individuals.
The immediate goal of The Better Angels Society is to complete funding for documentary films currently in production, as well as support the educational engagement and community outreach that accompany each film. In addition, we are funding specific projects that fulfill a larger long-term mission, such as film restoration and preservation.
WHAT’S NEW
LATEST NEWS
DONOR SPOTLIGHT
DONOR SPOTLIGHT: Mauree Jane & Mark Perry
Mauree Jane & Mark Perry have been involved with The Better Angels Society
IN THE PRESS
SIXTH ANNUAL PRIZE FOR FILM AWARDED TO “CARTOONING AMERICA”
SIXTH ANNUAL LIBRARY OF CONGRESS LAVINE/KEN BURNS PRIZE FOR FILM AWARDED TO “CARTOONING AMERICA” Director
2024 Prize for Film Finalists Announced
THE BETTER ANGELS SOCIETY ANNOUNCES FINALISTS FOR SIXTH ANNUAL LIBRARY OF CONGRESS LAVINE/KEN BURNS PRIZE
Lincoln Presidential Foundation Secures Grant from The Better Angels Society to Launch “Latest Generation Film Contest”
Project aims to inspire young filmmakers to interpret history through documentary filmmaking Chicago, IL