Preserving a Legacy: The Life & Times Of Jim McWilliams

We are reaching out to you with great excitement and passion to share a remarkable project that needs your support - the creation of a documentary film that will highlight the extraordinary life of Jim McWilliams, an African American retired Civil Rights attorney, activist, and historian. This documentary is a celebration of an inspiring individual but also a valuable testament to the history of African Americans and the universal struggle for human dignity.

Jim McWilliams, now in his nineties, possesses a wealth of knowledge and experiences that he is eager to share with the world. He faced the perils of living under segregation in Birmingham, Alabama, experiencing poverty during the Great Depression. He became actively involved in the early Civil Rights struggles and encountered influential figures such as Malcolm X, W.E.B Du Bois, James Farmer, and Ralph Abernathy. The film will also showcase Jim McWilliams' career as a civil rights attorney and his remarkable fifty five year marriage to his wife Ann McWilliams.

This documentary is an opportunity to preserve a vital legacy for future generations. Jim's stories encapsulate the struggles, triumphs, and lessons of African Americans, offering a profound perspective on our shared humanity. By supporting this project, you are contributing to the preservation and promotion of invaluable knowledge that will enlighten and inspire generations to come.

Your donations will be instrumental in bringing this important documentary to life. The funds will be used to cover production & post production costs, travel expenses to significant locations in Jim's life, archival footage, and animated recreations of pivotal moments. Together, we can ensure that Jim McWilliams' story is documented with the care and attention it deserves.

Every contribution, no matter the size, will make a meaningful difference. Please consider donating to this cause and becoming a part of this important endeavor. Your support will honor Jim McWilliams' legacy but also contribute to preserving and promoting African American history for the enlightenment of future generations.

Thank you for your time, interest, consideration and generous donations.

Stephen Edwards & Susan Sherrell