IMPORTANT NOTIFICATION: We are storytellers. Just like any good story, this website is meant to be read from beginning to end (in this case top to bottom!)

IMPORTANT NOTIFICATION: We are storytellers. Just like any good story, this website is meant to be read from beginning to end (in this case top to bottom!)

Pediatric Illness


We help families battling life-altering pediatric illness preserve and share stories of joy in the midst of pain.

Pediatric Illness


We help families battling life-altering pediatric illness preserve and share stories of joy in the midst of pain.


A series of 20-minute films that highlight both the challenges and joy of individuals and families in the midst of pediatric illness. Episodes 1 & 2 are currently in pre-production.


No cost filmmaking and photography for families facing pediatric illness. This mission is supported by donations and sponsorships through our fiscal sponsor, E2AC.


Sharing how families are able to be present for joy amidst difficult times, while also recognizing moments that the light seemed so distant they fell into the arms of their tribes.

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Films, Videos, & Photos


The art of storytelling through filmmaking can be a powerful tool for social enterprises to raise awareness about their causes, mobilize supporters, and drive meaningful change.


No cost filmmaking and photography for families facing pediatric illness. 20% of all Imperfect JOY® family and branding sessions goes toward supporting Love Everlasting.


Sharing how families are able to be present for joy amidst difficult times, while also recognizing moments that the light seemed so distant they fell into the arms of their tribes.

This work is funded by sponsorships and tax-deductible donations through our fiscal sponsor, Entertainment 2 Affect Change

E2AC is a 501(c)3 nonprofit whose mission is to connect award-winning content creators, nonprofit causes, and philanthropic funders who want to share their impact through the power of story. As a fiscal sponsor, they can receive tax-deductible donations and grants to support this project and they are financially and legally responsible for the management of the funds they provide to us through these means.

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This work is funded by sponsors and tax-deductible donations through our fiscal sponsor, Entertainment 2 Affect Change

E2AC a 501(c)3 nonprofit whose mission is to connect award-winning content creators, nonprofit causes, and philanthropic funders who want to share their impact through the power of story. As a fiscal sponsor, they can receive tax-deductible donations and grants to support this project and they are financially and legally responsible for the management of the funds they provide to us through these means.

Support a Family - Donate

Imperfect JOY®
Melody Joy Paine
Filmmaker, Photographer, & Storyteller
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