San Diego Film Commission Foundation

04/23/2026

April 21 marked a major step forward for filmmakers, creatives, and the future of San Diego County's general economy!

This marks the first step toward building a brighter future for our region.

The momentum is real, and we're just getting started. We're excited to keep pushing this forward and can't wait to see the NEXT chapter unfold this September!

04/22/2026

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04/22/2026

The San Diego County Board of Supervisors voted UNANIMOUSLY in favor of advancing the SDC Film Initiative ! The County, working alongside our Film Industry, is now tasked with developing the initiative further.

This is just a step along the path, but a CRUCIAL step, and certainly in the right direction!

We’d like to express our gratitude to Supervisor Paloma Aguirre for championing the cause and the San Diego Board of Supervisors for supporting it!

Most importantly, we’d like to thank all of the San Diego Film Professionals who came together to help the initiative reach this milestone!

04/17/2026

San Diego’s ARTS funding is on the chopping block, but we can turn this around!

Let’s unite to advocate for the arts and secure the funding we need! 💪

Join us on Monday, April 20, at 10am, at the County Administration Center. Let’s make our voice heard.

04/16/2026

The SDC Film Initiative is coming up for a vote just as the City of San Diego is considering ELIMINATING
its film department altogether! 

Join us on April 20, 10 am, at the County Administration Building, and let them hear us loud and clear.

This is our moment to save this industry. Please come and show your support.

04/14/2026

NOW IS THE TIME!

Next week, the County Board of Supervisors will vote on the . Your voice matters! Please send a letter of support, or use our template in the link in our bio.

And please join us at our press conference on April 20,
10 AM, at the County Administration Center.

IT’S NEVER BEEN MORE IMPORTANT!

SDC Film Initiative Greg Sowizdrzal Jane Hare Sandi Grossman Buehner Jordan Jacobo San Diego & Imperial Counties Labor Council

04/02/2026

The Chula Vista Entertainment Company has long been a supporter of the SDC Film Initiative , and we thank them for their continued dedication to the cause.

04/01/2026

Thank you to the San Diego Business Journal for the great write up.

Photos by: Tony Amat & Rodney Regala

03/28/2026

🎬 A big shout out to the talented Rich Varville for his incredible work in capturing our journey with the San Diego County Film Initiative. His artistic eye and storytelling skills captured our experience in a truly unique way!

Thank You to Amanda SanMartin Photography for the great photos!

09/30/2025

Our film education grows as UCSD adds a Film Studies Major to their campus.

Cinematic Arts and Film Studies Program Page