The Redford Center

The Redford Center We use the power of storytelling to galvanize environmental justice and regeneration.
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Co-founded in 2005 by Robert Redford and his son James Redford, The Redford Center uses the power of storytelling to galvanize environmental justice and regeneration. Our cross-cutting programs support environmental storytellers and invest in impact-driven narrative strategies. By amplifying and changing the conversations around environmentalism, we aim to engage a much broader and more diverse po

pulation in the movement. Over the years, The Redford Center has produced three award-winning feature documentaries and over 30 short films, supported 75+ film and media projects with grants and other services, inspired over 400 student films, and dispersed more than $8 million to our fiscally sponsored projects. Our films activate real change – we have engaged millions of viewers across all 50 states and 45 countries, inspiring hope and generating demand for a world where human and planetary health are fundamental values driving action. Our impact campaigns have halted the construction of dirty coal plants, reconnected the Colorado River to the Sea of Cortez, and helped accelerate the clean energy revolution in America. The majority of our diverse film portfolio is made by or about women leading the environmental and climate justice movement, and our growing network of 400+ environmentally engaged storytellers also represent youth, communities of color, and LBGTQ+ communities, who are among the groups historically underrepresented in media and the environmental movement, and who are often among those leading progress on the ground and enacting the solutions needed to safeguard humanity and our planet. The Redford Center believes in stories that move—and the power of hope—to create a world in equitable balance.

Today, on Robert Redford’s birthday, we’re thinking about the many ways his life continues to shape the world around us....
08/18/2026

Today, on Robert Redford’s birthday, we’re thinking about the many ways his life continues to shape the world around us.

Bob, as we affectionately called him, believed deeply in the power of artists and storytellers. He spent decades creating space for filmmakers to take risks, find their voices, and tell stories that may not otherwise have had the chance to be seen.

That same belief guided his environmental work. For Bob, art and nature were not separate. They both ask us to pay attention to the world and imagine what might be possible if we chose to protect it.

This first birthday without him carries a particular weight. We miss Bob deeply, but we also see his legacy everywhere: in the filmmakers telling important stories, in the places he fought to protect, and in the art that continues to move people toward a better relationship with the natural world.

Today, we celebrate Bob and the extraordinary legacy he left for all of us to continue.

“I have always believed that art and nature combined make the world a better place.” —Robert Redford

08/13/2026

We’re thrilled to share that Redford Center grantee film TO USE A MOUNTAIN () is having its theatrical release in NYC next week at Firehouse Cinema! It plays Aug 21-27, with director Casey Carter () present for Q&As.

Against the impassive logic of government analysis and archives, the film presents a people’s history of resistance and stewardship through a visceral journey across the landscapes, ecologies, and personal histories of the candidate sites for a sacrificial nuclear dumping ground.

In the end, one site was chosen, abutting the western edge of the Nevada Test Site, on the unceded lands of the Western Shoshone. After decades of stalwart resistance, the project was suspended, and to this day no permanent solution has been devised for America’s 90,000 tons of high-level nuclear waste.

Get tickets at www.dctvny.org.

What makes the idea of a nature dose so powerful is just how attainable it can be!Spending ten minutes outside doesn't r...
08/12/2026

What makes the idea of a nature dose so powerful is just how attainable it can be!

Spending ten minutes outside doesn't require a weekend getaway or perfect conditions. The benefits you gain from a quick nature dose can simply come from a walk around the block, a stroll in a nearby park, or simply taking a moment to step outside and take a deep breath.

The Nature Dose, a new short film that you can watch today, reminds us that nature isn't separate from our wellbeing but a part of it. And when more people have access to those everyday moments outdoors, the benefits can extend far beyond the individual.

🎬 Watch the full film on our YouTube channel. Link in bio.

The Nature Dose is officially live!!Directed by Andrew Nadkarni, this short film follows scientists, advocates, and stor...
08/06/2026

The Nature Dose is officially live!!

Directed by Andrew Nadkarni, this short film follows scientists, advocates, and storytellers working together at the intersection of science to help make nature access a priority for healthy living.

From nature prescriptions and cutting-edge research to grassroots efforts restoring green space, The Nature Dose explores a simple but powerful truth: We need time in nature because it's an essential part of our wellbeing 🌿

🔗 Watch now on our official YouTube channel.

08/03/2026

Have you ever asked yourself what a little time spent outside every day could do for your own health?

The Nature Dose, an upcoming short film, explores the growing connection between nature and human health and why access to green spaces matters more than ever. Time in nature is a part of how we care for ourselves and our communities, and we should start treating it that way.

🎬 The Nature Dose premieres this Thursday on our official YouTube channel!

07/27/2026

What can 10 minutes in nature do for your health?

The Nature Dose, the third installment in the Our Nature Connection short film series, follows three visionary leaders using science, storytelling, and community action to explore one powerful idea: nature is essential to human health.

From groundbreaking research to community-led efforts restoring access to green space, this film explores why nature is essential to our health and well-being.

🎬 Premieres Thursday, August 6 on our official YouTube channel.

With the right mentors and the right mentality, outdoor recreation can give young people the space to build confidence, ...
07/21/2026

With the right mentors and the right mentality, outdoor recreation can give young people the space to build confidence, try something new, and discover interests they may never have had the chance to explore otherwise.

At the heart of Marcus & Me, a new short film you can watch today, is a reminder that access matters. When communities create pathways to outdoor experiences, they create pathways to growth 🧗🏾

🎬 Watch the full film on our YouTube channel.
🔗 Link in bio.

07/16/2026

Marcus & Me is officially live on YouTube!!

Directed by Dom and Nadia Gill, this short film follows Big Marcus and Little Marcus as they build confidence and connection through climbing in Pittsburgh.

At its heart, this is a story about mentorship and possibility. It's a reminder that outdoor recreation can begin anywhere, in our neighborhoods, city parks, and unexpected places throughout our communities. All it takes is someone willing to show us what's possible 🧗🏾

🔗Watch now on our official YouTube channel

https://youtu.be/ReifG9fFv8A

07/14/2026

How can a documentary become a tool for community organizing?

The Emmy-nominated documentary Razing Liberty Square follows the redevelopment of a historic public housing community in Miami and the long-time residents navigating the realities of climate gentrification.

In this case study, the film’s impact team reflects on how the documentary became a gathering point for a coalition of organizations working both inside and outside existing systems to shape conversations around redevelopment in the city.

By carefully planning how and where the film would be shared, Razing Liberty Square helped bridge the housing justice and climate justice movements, creating space for dialogue, collaboration, and collective action.

Watch the full case study here: https://youtu.be/7KFclkJvh_U

07/13/2026

In Marcus & Me, Big Marcus () introduces Little Marcus to the world of climbing and transforming overlooked spaces throughout Pittsburgh into places of exploration and confidence.

Together, they show how access and representation can help young people discover new possibilities close to home.

🎬 Marcus & Me premieres this Thursday on our official YouTube channel.

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