Supporting emerging creatives who carry forth Angela's legacy of bold thinking, creative risk-taking, compassion, and community building.
What We Do
Low- and no-pay internships are the gateway to careers in advertising, film, music, fashion, and other creative fields. But for talented people without financial safety nets, these opportunities are out of reach.
The Next Dragon Program removes that barrier. We provide grants to cover living expenses during internships, paired with mentorship from accomplished creative professionals who help recipients navigate the industry and build lasting careers.
2025 Impact
2 inaugural grants awarded to emerging creatives at Texas State University and Columbia College Chicago.
Each recipient was paired with mentors from the Dragon Mentor Network matched to their creative goals — including an Academy Award–winning screenwriter, a VP of Television at Searchlight Pictures, and brand strategists who've built campaigns for Fortune 500 companies.
Meet Our Inaugural Grant Recipients
Emonie Coleman
Columbia College Chicago
Emonie is growing her fashion brand and teaming up with designers and marketers to sharpen her vision and expand her reach.
Jacob Miller
Texas State University
Jacob is finishing his first full-length script and workshopping it with a crew of Hollywood writers and execs to get it pitch-perfect.
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Every dollar funds grants and supports the mentorship infrastructure that makes this program work.