Dive into an ocean of inspiration, as we come together for the 2nd year to celebrate our shared mission of protecting and restoring our precious natural resources. Ground to Sound Film & Art Fest is a call to action by the City of Tacoma for the health of our neighborhoods, our marine ecosystems, and Tacoma’s future. The theme for 2025 is “Healthy Sound. Better Tacoma. Now and Forever” and will take place at Foss Waterway Seaport.
We are inviting all filmmakers, storytellers, artists, and environmental enthusiasts to submit your cinematic creations! Your film should highlight the urgent need to reduce stormwater drain runoff that can impair and damage our valuable ecosystems and the environment we all cherish.
5 winning submissions from each tier (20 films in total) will be selected to win prizes. First place from each tier will be screened at Ground to Sound Film & Art Fest on March 14, 2025. All winners are awarded cash prizes, a certificate award, a G2S tee, and VIP bag.
The winning submissions will be based on a specific list of criteria. The full details can be found here: https://www.groundtosoundfilmfest.com/submission-requirements
The following cash prizes will apply to the following four tiers of participants:
1st Place = $750
2nd Place = $500
3rd Place = $250
4th Place = $200
5th Place = $100
ELEMENTARY TIER (K-5/6th Grade, depending on district)
JUNIOR HIGH AND MIDDLE SCHOOL TIER (6/7th-8/9th Grade, depending on district)
HIGH SCHOOL TIER (9/10th-12th grade, depending on district)
ADULT TIER (18+, not graduated or no longer attending high school)
PEOPLE'S CHOICE (as voted by attendees of the film screening and post event) $500 cash prize
