The Moss Landing Vistra Battery Fire started in January 2025, spewing thousands of metrics tons of toxins into the air, sparking major controversy, activism, and community science for the thousands of residents affected by it in Monterey County, CA.
Through investigative filmmaking and scientific inquiry, Lithium on Fire documents a community fighting for justice and explores the larger questions about the future of renewable energy infrastructure, the safety of lithium battery storage, and the true cost of technological progress.
The Moss Landing Vistra Battery Fire started in January 2025, spewing thousands of metrics tons of toxins into the air, sparking major controversy, activism, and community science for the thousands of residents affected by it in Northern Monterey County, CA.
Through investigative filmmaking and scientific inquiry, LITHIUM ON FIRE documents a community fighting for justice and explores the larger questions about the future of renewable energy infrastructure, the safety of lithium battery storage, and the true cost of technological progress.
Please help us make this important documentary about the burning of the largest Lithium-Ion battery energy storage plant in the world.
It will tell the story of a community that is rallying against big corporations like Vistra and PG&E, without any meaningful support from state-level officials, teaming up with expert scientists locally and around the country to prove they were poisoned from toxic fallout and heavy metal exposure when the Moss Landing Power plant burned for several days in January 2025.
While we expect much of the funding to come from foundations and grants, we need to raise $200,000 of the budget from individual donors. Donations go directly toward producing the film and getting this story seen nationwide and are tax-deductible, made possible through our fiscal sponsor, The Film Collaborative.*
Giving up to $250?:
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It will tell the story of a community that is rallying against big corporations like Vistra and PG&E, without any meaningful support from state-level officials, teaming up with expert scientists locally and around the country to prove they were poisoned from toxic fallout and heavy metal exposure when the Moss Landing Power plant burned for several days in January 2025.
While we expect much of the funding to come from foundations and grants, we need to raise $200,000 of the budget from individual donors.
Giving up to $250?:
For donations up to $250, you can contribute quickly and securely through PayPal:
$5,000 (Donations at this level and higher will appear in the film credits.) $1,000 (Donations at this level and higher will be listed on the website.) $500 $250 $100
Giving $250 or More?
For larger gifts, we kindly ask you to fill out this short form so we can provide secure instructions for Zelle, ACH, or checks. This helps us avoid processing fees and ensures your gift goes even further.
*Donations are handled by The Film Collaborative (TFC) — a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing programs and services for independent filmmakers. TFC’s federal tax ID number is 32-0295081. All donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. See our film page on the TFC website: https://www.thefilmcollaborative.org/fiscalsponsorship/projects/lithiumonfire
$5,000 (Donations at this level and higher will appear in the film credits.) $1,000 (Donations at this level and higher will be listed on the website.) $500 $250 $100
Giving $250 or More?
For larger gifts, we kindly ask you to fill out this short form so we can provide secure instructions for Zelle, ACH, or checks. This helps us avoid processing fees and ensures your gift goes even further.
*Donations are handled by The Film Collaborative (TFC) — a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing programs and services for independent filmmakers. TFC’s federal tax ID number is 32-0295081. All donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. See our film page on the TFC website: https://www.thefilmcollaborative.org/fiscalsponsorship/projects/lithiumonfire
Giving $250 or More?
For larger gifts, we kindly ask you to fill out this short form so we can provide secure instructions for Zelle, ACH, or checks. This helps us avoid processing fees and ensures your gift goes even further.
$5,000 (Donations at this level and higher will appear in the film credits.) $1,000 (Donations at this level and higher will be listed on the website.) $500 $250 $100
*Donations are handled by The Film Collaborative (TFC) — a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing programs and services for independent filmmakers. TFC’s federal tax ID number is 32-0295081. All donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. See our film page on the TFC website: https://www.thefilmcollaborative.org/fiscalsponsorship/projects/lithiumonfire
Giving $250 or More?
For larger gifts, we kindly ask you to fill out this short form so we can provide secure instructions for Zelle, ACH, or checks. This helps us avoid processing fees and ensures your gift goes even further.
$5,000 (Donations at this level and higher will appear in the film credits.) $1,000 (Donations at this level and higher will be listed on the website.) $500 $250 $100
*Donations are handled by The Film Collaborative (TFC) — a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing programs and services for independent filmmakers. TFC’s federal tax ID number is 32-0295081. All donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. See our film page on the TFC website: https://www.thefilmcollaborative.org/fiscalsponsorship/projects/lithiumonfire
Giving $250 or More?
Please follow these instructions for check, ACH, or Zelle transfers. This helps us avoid processing fees and ensures your gift goes even further.
Zelle:
Send Zelle donations to: fiscalsponsorship@thefilmcollaborative.org
Important: Please make sure to add the words "Lithium on Fire" in the payment notes (and nothing else).
Zelle sending limits vary from bank to bank - for example, you may need to split a $2000 into two payments of $1000.
Many thanks - we appreciate your donation!
Suggested donation levels:
$5,000 (Donations at this level and higher will appear in the film credits.) $1,000 (Donations at this level and higher will be listed on the website.) $500 $250 $100
*Donations are handled by The Film Collaborative (TFC) — a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing programs and services for independent filmmakers. TFC’s federal tax ID number is 32-0295081. All donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. See our film page on the TFC website: https://www.thefilmcollaborative.org/fiscalsponsorship/projects/lithiumonfire
Please follow these instructions for check, ACH, or Zelle transfers. This helps us avoid processing fees and ensures your gift goes even further.
*Donations are handled by The Film Collaborative (TFC) — a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing programs and services for independent filmmakers. TFC’s federal tax ID number is 32-0295081. All donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. See our film page on the TFC website: https://www.thefilmcollaborative.org/fiscalsponsorship/projects/lithiumonfire
Send ACH transfer donations to the following bank account:
THE FILM COLLABORATIVE, INC.
Account: 325110220497
Routing for ACH: 121000358
Routing for wire: 026009593
SWIFT: BOFAUS3N Bank: Bank of America
Silverlake-Glendale Branch
2420 Glendale Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90039
Important: Please make sure to add the words "Lithium on Fire" in the payment notes (and nothing else).
Please follow these instructions for check, ACH, or Zelle transfers. This helps us avoid processing fees and ensures your gift goes even further.
*Donations are handled by The Film Collaborative (TFC) — a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing programs and services for independent filmmakers. TFC’s federal tax ID number is 32-0295081. All donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. See our film page on the TFC website: https://www.thefilmcollaborative.org/fiscalsponsorship/projects/lithiumonfire
Make check payable to The Film Collaborative.
"Lithium on Fire" should be clearly printed in the memo line.
Mail to: ATTN: Fiscal Sponsorship The Film Collaborative 3405 Cazador St. Los Angeles, CA 90065
Many thanks - we appreciate your donation!
Suggested donation levels:
$5,000 (Donations at this level and higher will appear in the film credits.) $1,000 (Donations at this level and higher will be listed on the website.) $500 $250 $100
$5,000 (Donations at this level and higher will appear in the film credits.)
$1,000 (Donations at this level and higher will be listed on the website.)
$500
$250
$100
*Donations are handled by The Film Collaborative (TFC) — a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing programs and services for independent filmmakers. TFC’s federal tax ID number is 32-0295081. All donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. See our film page on the TFC website:
First, how would you like to send your donation?
Giving $250 or More?
For larger gifts, we kindly ask you to fill out this short form so we can provide secure instructions for Zelle, ACH, or checks. This helps us avoid processing fees and ensures your gift goes even further.
For larger gifts, we kindly ask you to fill out this short form so we can provide secure instructions for Zelle, ACH, or checks. This helps us avoid processing fees and ensures your gift goes even further.
Suggested Donation Amounts:
$5,000 (Donations at this level and higher will appear in the film credits.)
$1,000 (Donations at this level and higher will be listed on the website.)
$500
$250
$100
*Donations are handled by The Film Collaborative (TFC) — a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing programs and services for independent filmmakers. TFC’s federal tax ID number is 32-0295081. All donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. See our film page on the TFC website:
For larger gifts, we kindly ask you to fill out this short form so we can provide secure instructions for Zelle, ACH, or checks. This helps us avoid processing fees and ensures your gift goes even further.
Suggested Donation Amounts:
$5,000 (Donations at this level and higher will appear in the film credits.)
$1,000 (Donations at this level and higher will be listed on the website.)
$500
$250
$100
*Donations are handled by The Film Collaborative (TFC) — a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing programs and services for independent filmmakers. TFC’s federal tax ID number is 32-0295081. All donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. See our film page on the TFC website:
For larger gifts, we kindly ask you to fill out this short form so we can provide secure instructions for Zelle, ACH, or checks. This helps us avoid processing fees and ensures your gift goes even further.
Suggested Donation Amounts:
$5,000 (Donations at this level and higher will appear in the film credits.)
$1,000 (Donations at this level and higher will be listed on the website.)
$500
$250
$100
*Donations are handled by The Film Collaborative (TFC) — a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing programs and services for independent filmmakers. TFC’s federal tax ID number is 32-0295081. All donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. See our film page on the TFC website:
Important: Please make sure to add the words "Lithium on Fire" in the payment notes (and nothing else).
Zelle sending limits vary from bank to bank - for example, you may need to split a $2000 into two payments of $1000.
Many thanks - we appreciate your donation!
Giving $250 or More?
For larger gifts, we kindly ask you to fill out this short form so we can provide secure instructions for Zelle, ACH, or checks. This helps us avoid processing fees and ensures your gift goes even further.
Send Zelle donations to:
fiscalsponsorship@thefilmcollaborative.org
*Donations are handled by The Film Collaborative (TFC) — a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing programs and services for independent filmmakers. TFC’s federal tax ID number is 32-0295081. All donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. See our film page on the TFC website:
For larger gifts, we kindly ask you to fill out this short form so we can provide secure instructions for Zelle, ACH, or checks. This helps us avoid processing fees and ensures your gift goes even further.
Send ACH transfer donations to the following bank account:
THE FILM COLLABORATIVE, INC.
Account: 325110220497
Routing for ACH: 121000358
Routing for wire: 026009593
SWIFT: BOFAUS3N
Bank: Bank of America
Silverlake-Glendale Branch
2420 Glendale Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90039
Important: Please make sure to add the words "Lithium on Fire" in the payment notes (and nothing else).
Many thanks - we appreciate your donation!
*Donations are handled by The Film Collaborative (TFC) — a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing programs and services for independent filmmakers. TFC’s federal tax ID number is 32-0295081. All donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. See our film page on the TFC website:
For larger gifts, we kindly ask you to fill out this short form so we can provide secure instructions for Zelle, ACH, or checks. This helps us avoid processing fees and ensures your gift goes even further.
Make check payable to: The Film Collaborative
"Lithium on Fire" should be clearly printed in the memo line.
Mail to:
ATTN: Fiscal Sponsorship
The Film Collaborative
3405 Cazador St.
Los Angeles, CA 90065
Many thanks - we appreciate your donation!
*Donations are handled by The Film Collaborative (TFC) — a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing programs and services for independent filmmakers. TFC’s federal tax ID number is 32-0295081. All donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. See our film page on the TFC website: