Help Keep the Stories Coming.

Celebrating Our Trailblazers. Creating What's Next.

Three years. More than 3,500 hours. Thousands of hand-drawn illustrations. One extraordinary adventure.

Thanks to the generosity of our founding Trailblazers, The Snow Day: A Yellowstone Adventure has grown from an ambitious idea into a completed animated film and published collection of illustrated books.

Our founding film sponsorship campaign is now complete, and the film is beginning its 2026–2027 festival journey.

But the adventure doesn't end with the credits.

We're opening a new chapter through Bryan Schaeffer Presents, an original weekly animated storytelling series featuring illustrated adventures, filmmaking discoveries, and behind-the-scenes stories from SINTR® Studio.

And we're inviting a new generation of partners to help bring these stories to life.

Our Founding Trailblazers

The People Who Made It Possible

Every independent film begins with someone believing in an idea before the rest of the world can see it.

These generous individuals, businesses, and organizations helped turn thousands of drawings into a finished film. Their support will always be part of The Snow Day story.

Founding Individuals & Families

  • Anne Whitworth

  • Cheryl & David Baker

  • Jim & Claudia Schaeffer

  • Greg & Carrol Karlsgodt

  • Ron & Charlene Loge

  • Andrew & Kimmelin Hull

  • Frank Clark

  • Joan Christopher

  • Katie Christopher

Community & Business Partners

  • The Bookstore — Dillon, Montana

  • Montana Events Foundation

  • North Bridger Bison

Founding Institutional & Creative Partners

  • Montana Film Office — Big Sky Film Grant

  • Bozeman Symphony

  • SINTR® Studio

To every Trailblazer who believed in this story before it was finished: thank you. Your generosity helped make the impossible possible.

Sponsor an Episode. Inspire an Adventure.

Original Stories. Meaningful Partnerships.

Bunny Hill

$100

Support the Adventure

Help independent storytelling take its first steps. Your contribution supports original animation, illustration, and weekly episodes.

Benefits: Your name listed on our Trailblazer supporter page and a personal thank-you from SINTR® Studio.

Green Circle

$250

Episode Supporter

Help bring the next chapter of The Snow Day to life.

Benefits: All Bunny Hill benefits, plus your name or business acknowledged in the closing credits of one weekly episode and its video description.

Blue Square

$500

Featured Episode Sponsor

Put your brand alongside an original animated adventure.

Benefits: All Green Circle benefits, plus a dedicated 5–10-second on-screen sponsor acknowledgment in one episode, featuring your logo or name.

Black Diamond

$1,000

Presenting Story Partner

Become part of the storytelling tradition.

Benefits: All Blue Square benefits, plus a custom-produced 15–30-second sponsor message within one episode, inspired by the classic television format of Alfred Hitchcock Presents. Includes a host introduction or transition, branded visuals, and acknowledgment in the episode's promotional materials.

Double Black Diamond

$5,000

Bring the Magic to Your Community

Bring The Snow Day: A Yellowstone Adventure to your hometown with a special community film screening.

Benefits: All Black Diamond benefits, plus a coordinated community screening of the complete 38-minute animated film, a filmmaker introduction and audience Q&A (in person where feasible), and presenting sponsor recognition on event promotional materials.

A memorable opportunity for community organizations, outdoor brands, arts foundations, and businesses to celebrate imagination, resilience, and the magic of winter.

Venue, travel, screening format, and event expenses arranged separately. Subject to festival eligibility and screening permissions.

Custom Amount

Every Contribution Matters

Choose an amount that works for you. Every contribution helps keep original stories, animation, and independent filmmaking alive.

 FAQs

  • Our primary fundraising effort is to complete the production of 'The Snow Day' project . The work-in-progress printed book and inspiring animated short film captures the joy and wonder of childhood adventures in the breathtaking landscapes of Montana. We aim to share stories that promote youth empowerment and illustrate the importance of connecting with nature. Additionally, we hope to generate a beautifully illustrated picture book that complements the film, allowing audiences of all ages to experience the magic of 'The Snow Day' in different formats.

  • You can contribute by making a donation at the bottom of our project page. We offer several levels of support, each with special rewards as a token of our appreciation for your generosity.

  • Your donation will go directly toward essential post-production costs, including animation, sound design, marketing, and film festival submissions. This will help ensure that 'The Snow Day' reaches a wider audience and achieves its artistic vision.

  • We are currently in the post-production phase and are actively working on finalizing the film. We hope to submit it to various film festivals in the upcoming months. Specific release dates will be updated on our project page and social media.

  • Yes! We plan to host screenings and will also provide updates on film festival showings. Additionally, contributors at certain donation levels will have exclusive opportunities to attend private screenings.

  • You can follow us on social media at @bryanschaeffer for real-time updates and subscribe to our email newsletter for detailed news about the project, including milestones, behind-the-scenes content, and upcoming events.

  • Yes, we aim to use 'The Snow Day' as a tool for outreach and education, focusing on themes of environmental stewardship, creativity, and the importance of outdoor exploration for youth. We may develop accompanying materials for schools and community programs.

Thank you for your interest in becoming a STUDIO SINTR® Member! We invite you to join us on this journey, stay updated on our progress at @bryanschaeffer, and Subscribe on Substack.

Please feel free to reach out with any questions or for more information!
Thank you for your support!

bryan@sintr.com

Cory Birkenbuel