Encourages Emotional Growth – Hazel explores topics like grief, anxiety, forgiveness, and setting healthy boundaries in a way that is honest, hopeful, and age-appropriate.

Supporting Independent Artists and Community – Every contribution helps provide opportunities for emerging artists and animators while proving that meaningful, creator-led stories can thrive outside of major studios.

Creating Positive Stories for the Next Generation – The project blends humor, heart, and themes of self-worth, boundaries, and choosing yourself, giving young audiences characters they can grow alongside.

Representation Matters – Hazel is a fresh animated story centered on a young Black woman, bringing authentic perspectives and healthy Black love to a genre where these stories are often overlooked.

Preserves the Magic of Handcrafted Animation – The project celebrates the artistry of independent animation, combining the warmth of classic animated films with the energy and relatability of modern storytelling.

Builds Community Through Creativity – Supporters aren't just funding a film—they're helping create coloring books, stickers, behind-the-scenes content, and opportunities for audiences to become part of the Hazel journey from the ground up.