ABOUT
Elevating stories of our shared humanity
Evoke Media is a subsidiary of the Sabrina Merage Foundation, a private non-profit that supports organizations, initiatives, and individuals to spark inclusivity among diverse cultures. Knowing that stories hold immense power in driving social change, Evoke supports films, podcasts, and other forms of creative media that catalyze conversation and create connections.
Investing in stories with the capacity to drive impact
in it for the impact
how we work
Evoke Media provides support through non-recoupable grants, equity investments, and tailored in-kind assistance. We believe in a personalized approach, understanding that each project is unique and deserves bespoke support. Beyond financing, we cultivate partnerships, offer strategic guidance, and empower our collaborators to maximize their impact. We review funding inquiries regularly. Check out our FAQs for more information.
Sabrina
merage Naim
founder
Sabrina Merage Naim is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, investor, and producer dedicated to using storytelling as a catalyst for connection and social impact. As the founder of Evoke Media, she develops films, podcasts, and media ventures that spark meaningful conversations around today's most pressing issues. Her work includes executive producing the Sundance Award-winning documentary Sugarcane, hosting the podcast A Fine Mess, and previously co-producing the #1 Apple podcast Blind Plea.
Sabrina is also the founder of the Sabrina Merage Foundation, where she has spent nearly two decades investing in initiatives that foster dialogue, bridge divides, and expand opportunity across diverse communities. A pioneer in venture capital, she founded Echo Capital Group, one of the few female-founded venture firms, investing in many of the country's leading consumer brands.
Across philanthropy, investing, and media, Sabrina is driven by a single belief: that the right stories have the power to change minds, strengthen communities, and inspire action.
jamie newton
director of
storytelling & impact
Jamie is the Director of Impact and Storytelling at Evoke Media. In this role, she spearheads partnerships with creatives who are reaching new audiences through stories about gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, and more. A subsidiary of the Sabrina Merage Foundation, Evoke Media is committed to working with teams that have a passion and vision for social impact. Recent projects include the Sundance award-winning SUGARCANE, the #1 Apple Podcast BLIND PLEA, and CREEDE, U.S.A., a forthcoming documentary directed by Kahane Cooperman. Jamie has a unique ability to create and find films, podcasts, and other creative media that explore complex social issues with curiosity and nuance. Additionally, Jamie is the founder of That's What She Said, a live storytelling project. Her 2019 TEDx talk, 'We're all a little bit sexist. Now what?' breaks down the gender credibility gap and the role all of us play in perpetuating or dismantling sexism.
Geovana Oliveira
project coordinator
Geovana is the Project Coordinator at Evoke Media, where she supports research, marketing, design, and project management. Her fascination with film and media began at a young age when a portion of Clint Eastwood’s SULLY was filmed behind her childhood home in Atlanta, Georgia. For the few days they spent filming, Geovana would rush to set after school, spending hours observing the movement of the cameras and crew. That behind-the-scenes glimpse sparked a deep curiosity about storytelling and its power to bring people together.
This passion led her to pursue a degree in Sport & Entertainment Management at the University of South Carolina, where she explored how media shapes the connection between athletes, audiences, and events. Wanting to dive even deeper, she began a master’s degree in Emerging Media through the University of Georgia. Now, she channels her love for storytelling into intentional, creative work that brings Evoke’s values to life. Geovana aims to turn ideas into experiences that spark connection and inspire positive change.
OUR portfolio
Our portfolio evolves every year, but to date we’ve funded podcasts, documentaries, YouTube series, and narrative change initiatives. The common denominator? Creative works leveraging art to evoke empathy and action.
