Wade in the Water: Wade in for Black Aquatic Heritage Part II

About the Film:
A feature documentary will reveal the untold stories of Black Surfing and aquatic culture. This film highlights the critical need for awareness and action regarding aquatic culture, the environment, and the economy.

How You Can Help:
We are in the early stage of our fundraising efforts and aiming to secure an $80,000 production budget from multiple donors.

This budget will cover essential pre and post-production, research, and outreach efforts.

Our Fiscal Sponsor:
As we are fiscally sponsored by the Black Surfers Collective, 100% of your donation will go directly to the film, with no administrative fees using Zeffy payment.

As a donor, your name will be featured in the credits. However, if you prefer to remain anonymous, we fully respect your choice.

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Rick Blocker

Donald Miller

Sloan Blocker

Skyler Blocker

Color the Water

Dale B. Davis

Jay Sadofsky

Elizabeth Sine

Eze Blaine

Chris Jones

Stephanie Allen

Jennifer Sheehan-Lyutskanov

Tara Spencer

Samra Seifu

Blair Daniels

Leah M S Walker

Amanda Horn

Rick Blocker Donald Miller Sloan Blocker Skyler Blocker Color the Water Dale B. Davis Jay Sadofsky Elizabeth Sine Eze Blaine Chris Jones Stephanie Allen Jennifer Sheehan-Lyutskanov Tara Spencer Samra Seifu Blair Daniels Leah M S Walker Amanda Horn

WADE IN THE WATER:
A JOURNEY INTO BLACK
SURFING AND AQUATIC CULTURE

Wade in the Water: A Journey into Black Surfing and Aquatic Culture reclaims the 1,000-year-old tradition of Black surfing. Braiding historical accounts with modern-day testimonials, the film dismantles the racial barriers of conventional surf culture, delves into the overlooked history of Black surfing's legacy, and honors its current movement—inspiring the next generation of Black surfers.

Awards and recognitions including 44th Annual Silver Winner, Telly Awards, and Appalachian Award of Excellence.

STREAMING PARTNERS

Logos of various media and entertainment companies including Vice, Prime Video Direct, Video Project, NEA Black Experience, Garage, PBS, and Kanopy.
Wade in the Water Project
A groundbreaking documentary initiative explores untold stories of Black surfers, swimmers, and watermen/women.

“By uplifting the history of surfing originating in Africa, this film provides a powerful education and message of belonging.”
— Los Angeles County Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell

“A must-see for anyone interested in the intersection of sports, culture, and history.”
— WithItGirl