I am in the pre-production stage of writing my first book, and shooting a short film focused on many Chicago artists. I am trying to raise the realistic goal of $5000.00, to procure key components of this production. This money will be used for securing talent, locations, equipment, food, travel, and final production. I estimate the cost to be upward of $10,000, therefore I have already invested  small fortune in this process. Thank you for any contributions received, even if it is only in the form of moral support.