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Members of The Better Angels Society share a belief in the power of exceptional American history documentaries to illuminate our shared past and foster meaningful connections through storytelling. 

Becoming a member is simple—sign up for our mailing list to receive regular newsletters that highlight our programs and the best in American history documentary film.   

For those who wish to deepen their commitment, we welcome you to the Friends of The Better Angels Society, a special community of donors whose generosity fuels the growth and impact of our initiatives. Friends of The Better Angels Society make annual gifts starting at $1,000 to our operating fund, but gifts of any amount are deeply appreciated.

Your support helps fund:

• The only national award exclusively focused on excellence in American history documentaries
• New documentaries that illuminate themes of civics and democracy across our country’s history
• Fellowships for promising filmmakers
• Programs & mentorship for students to build their civics, research, and communications skills through documentary filmmaking

Friends of The Better Angels Society enjoy access to exclusive events and behind-the-scenes updates from renowned filmmakers. 

If you are interested in making a restricted donation to a specific documentary film or have questions about the Friends of The Better Angels Society, please contact Rebecca Daniels, Senior Director of Stewardship & Operations, at rdaniels@betterangelssociety.org.