Live in New York City? Well if you do, and probably even if you don’t, you probably know that Rooftop Films is one of the best film organizations around town. They not only present hundreds of films on Rooftops (and beaches, and…) all year round, they also give grant money to filmmakers, rent equipment and teach filmmaking. And they’re a heckuvalotta fun. I joined their board of directors this year, and that gives me the honor of shamelessly plugging them here – which I’d do even if I wasn’t on the board.
Let’s face it, what other film organization does all of this and then holds its annual fundraiser for just $50 bucks? That’s right, for just $50 you can hang out with some awesome filmmakers, meet cool people, listen to music, learn about what’s next for Rooftop Films and…network with potential donors. That’s right, they’ll be there too, but don’t tell anyone I told you that. This kind of action would set you back $500 to $1000 + at other organization’s benefits, but Rooftop Films is cool like that. Trust me, the evening will be fun enough to warrant the $50, with booze, food and entertainment. AT&T is helping sponsor the event, and I personally guarantee that anyone who buys a ticket will have a good time while supporting a great organization.
Full details are below and here. Can’t make it, but still want to support the organization (for less or more than $50)? Click here and make a donation.
Here’s more info from Rooftop Films:
Rooftop Films and AT&T honor the Rooftop Filmmakers’ Fund grantees in an intimate benefit, and light the spark for Rooftop’s 2012 Summer Series, our 16th year of Underground Movies Outdoors.
YOU’RE INVITED TO LIGHT THE SPARK
You are invited to this intimate benefit with emerging filmmakers Sean Durkin (director of Martha Marcy May Marlene, starring Elizabeth Olsen), Gillian Robespierre (director of Obvious Child, starring Jenny Slate), and dozens of other Rooftop alumni whose careers we’ve helped ignite.
Your contribution at this party will help sustain Rooftop through the cooler months and help us prepare for another amazing year of outdoor cinema. Gather around the hearth and be a part of Rooftop’s vital community.
Filmmakers in attendance/ live music from Rooftop bands / Complimentary food and drink!
Learn more about what we do for filmmakers HERE
Can’t make the benefit? Make a tax deductible donation HERE, or inquire about our Funder’s Circle at donate@rooftopfilms.com.