Donations and Support
The Märchen Sagen Academy is a 501(c)(3) organization.
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Our Mission
Inspiring Emotional and Creative Growth in Kids through Media Production and Global Storytelling.
Some Of Our Creations That Inspire Children Around The World
"Becoming Brave" - A short film by The MSA Kids
"Our Show" -Ep.1-Don't Roast Doofy by The MSA Kids
The Just Born Puppet Test.
Pure improv comedy while testing out the kids creations during our "Puppet Paradise" summer camp week.
At Märchen Sagen Academy, we believe in the boundless potential of every child. As a certified 501(c)(3) nonprofit, we are a unique gem in Downtown Decatur, dedicated to inspiring kids locally and globally to explore their creative horizons through unbounded play and cutting-edge technology. Our daily mission is to nurture the next generation of storytellers and innovators by teaching them the magic, art, and science of video and audio production.
Our Impact
In our warm, nurturing environment, equipped with professional gear and guided by caring mentors, children learn to express themselves in powerful and transformative ways. They are challenged and encouraged to understand and harness their innate ability to bring their ideas to life, fostering a spirit of creativity and collaboration over competition.
"This afterschool enrichment program has been incredible for my kids. Mr. Al is an absolute gift to our community. I can't recommend this program enough"
-Jill
Your Support Makes a Difference
Every donation to Märchen Sagen Academy is tax-deductible and goes directly towards making a tangible impact. Your contribution helps us:
- Provide scholarships for families in need.
- Continue producing fun, inspirational programming for kids worldwide.
- Purchase essential equipment and subscriptions for production.
- Provide cloud storage and AI processing.
- Arts and Crafts materials for scenes, props, and costumes.
Your support helps us achieve remarkable outcomes:
- Over 1,000 children empowered since 2016.
- Numerous creative projects completed.
- Growing community of inspired young storytellers
We offer scholarships to families in need, ensuring every child has the opportunity to learn and grow with us. Through funds raised by our afternoon enrichment and break camp program, we provide funding for staff, equipment, subscriptions, and transportation from local City of Decatur Schools.
Join Us in Creating a Brighter Future
By supporting us, you are not just making a donation; you are investing in the future. Your recurring gift, even as little as $1 a month, helps us create a lasting legacy of creativity and inspiration. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of children in the community and around the world.
Get Involved
Join us in making a difference! There are many ways you can support our mission:
- Donate: Your generous donations help us continue our work.
- Volunteer: Share your time and expertise with our young learners.
- Spread the Word: Help us reach more families and communities.
We encourage our supporters to set up a recurring donation using the following link: Donate Now.
You can also text "OURSHOW" to 44321 to make a quick and easy contribution.
Community Partnerships
We are incredibly grateful for the support from our community sponsors, including Facebook Community Fund, YEAH! Burger, SEVANANDA Natural Foods Market (a 2020 BE THE CHANGE partner), and The Richard C. Munroe Foundation, Inc.
The Märchen Sagen Academy was named a community partner of Decatur Education Foundation in 2018.
Their generosity and belief in our mission enable us to continue inspiring and educating young minds.
Contact Us
For more information on applying for scholarships or how you can get involved, please email couleen@marchensagen.org.
We have partnered with Decatur Education Foundation to produce low to no-cost weekend workshops and camps in stop motion animation and song production. The Märchen Sagen Academy was named a community partner of Decatur Education Foundation in 2018.
