TELLING AMERICA’S STORIES
THE BETTER ANGELS SOCIETY
The Better Angels Society is the preeminent organization supporting excellence in American history documentaries in ways that advance civic engagement and educate generations of students and lifelong learners.
WE SUPPORT
“More Americans get their history from Ken Burns than any other source.”
“History can help us connect with our better angels.”
“Ken Burns brings to life our American history like no one else, and does it in a way that is riveting, relevant and impactful. Simply remarkable.”
“We believe an understanding of history is critical to a healthy democracy.”
“Through his storytelling, Ken revives our often dormant moral conscience while giving a voice to the voiceless. He is a national treasure.”
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Join this vibrant community of dedicated, like-minded individuals.
The immediate goal of The Better Angels Society is to complete funding for the documentary films currently in production, as well as the educational engagement tools that accompany each film. In addition, we are funding specific projects that fulfill a larger long-term mission, such as film restoration and preservation, supporting a new generation of filmmakers, and creating the Ken Burns legacy.
WHAT’S NEW
LATEST NEWS
SIXTH ANNUAL PRIZE FOR FILM AWARDED TO “CARTOONING AMERICA”
SIXTH ANNUAL LIBRARY OF CONGRESS LAVINE/KEN BURNS PRIZE FOR FILM AWARDED TO “CARTOONING AMERICA” Director Asaf Galay Wins a $200,000 Cash Prize for His Film About the Fleischer Brothers, the Pioneering Cartoonists Behind Betty Boop,
DONOR SPOTLIGHT
DONOR SPOTLIGHT: Mauree Jane & Mark Perry
Mauree Jane & Mark Perry have been involved with The Better Angels Society
IN THE PRESS
SIXTH ANNUAL PRIZE FOR FILM AWARDED TO “CARTOONING AMERICA”
SIXTH ANNUAL LIBRARY OF CONGRESS LAVINE/KEN BURNS PRIZE FOR FILM AWARDED TO “CARTOONING AMERICA” Director
2024 Prize for Film Finalists Announced
THE BETTER ANGELS SOCIETY ANNOUNCES FINALISTS FOR SIXTH ANNUAL LIBRARY OF CONGRESS LAVINE/KEN BURNS PRIZE
Lincoln Presidential Foundation Secures Grant from The Better Angels Society to Launch “Latest Generation Film Contest”
Project aims to inspire young filmmakers to interpret history through documentary filmmaking Chicago, IL
