7 days and 15K to go
I am amazed and touched by the generous support coming from so many people as we are about to break through the $10,000 mark. Thank you for your generosity and vote of confidence.
A common remark is that the financial goal of this project is very high. It's true that it is higher than the average for an artist driven project, however, it is the amount necessary fulfill the project goals. Any less and it will be difficult to deliver all that I am pledging to deliver. Some people suggest that I should have used Indiegogo instead of Kickstarter because with them I would be able to keep whatever money I raise. But that would be disingenuous, how could I claim that I need a certain amount to achieve a project and then turn around and a say that I can do it for less anyway?
Another thing is that, minus a few exceptions, only people that I know have donated to this project. It is a tribute to my many supportive and generous friends but it also points to the fact that I have not been able to break through my circles. I am not sure why, as many people have widely reposted and forwarded the project. I really thought that the video, for one, would appeal to a wider audience.
Maybe people are worried that I will take the money and run. Well, to that I have to say that it is something I will not do. I pride myself in keeping my word. I am not rich, I am not famous, I am not a star, all I have are my word and reputation and I intend to keep both.
So, here we are, seven days from the finish line with a large sum still left to raise... I will keep working until the last minute.
Finally, please, do not think that any amount is too small to give. Small gifts are precious. Like my friend Bailo has said: "God prefers the little sacrifices" (African wisdom).
Thank you and best wishes,
Sylvain
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