We hope you will consider a donation to our non-profit arts organization to help strengthen our programs and sustain the year-round operations of the MV Film Center. If you have already contributed to our film center campaign or you’re still considering a donation, know that your support is absolutely crucial to our operating as a year-round community-based film and cultural arts center. CLICK HERE to see the quality films and community events supported in part by your memberships and donations.
Click here to make a tax-deductible gift of any amount to help keep the Film Society, Film Center, and our six Film Festivals thriving on Martha’s Vineyard.
New CARES ACT provides donors:
Expanded charitable contribution Deduction • Individuals can now deduct charitable contributions up to 100% of their adjusted gross income during 2020. • Corporations, which typically have a 10% income limitation, now will have a 25% limitation. • A $300 ($600 for couple) above the line deduction also provides individuals who do not itemize deductions for 2020.
P.S. If you prefer to donate by mail: a check can be sent to Martha’s Vineyard Film Society, P.O. Box 4423, Vineyard Haven, MA 02568. Or you can wire transfer a donation to our bank, MV Savings Bank Our wiring instructions are available from Richard Paradise.
Martha’s Vineyard Savings Bank
78 Main Street
P.O. Box 1069
Edgartown, MA 02539
Tel: 774-310-2001
Fax: 508-627-7588
We also have a securities account at LPL Financial in Vineyard Haven if you prefer to donate securities sales as a form of donation. Please contact rich@mvfilmsociety.com for transaction information.
P.S.S. The Martha’s Vineyard Film Society is a 501(c)(3) non-profit and all donations are tax-deductible to the extent provided by law (FIN: 61-1476858)
Become a Friend of the Film Center…
Other Ways You Can Help: Program Underwriting
Opportunities exist to create new programs. Do you have a particular interest in film? Would you like to collaborate to present Classic Films, Kids Shows, or do you have a unique film series idea to explore? If you would like to discuss underwriting a film or series please contact Richard Paradise at 508-696-9369.
Purchase a Gift Certificate
Give someone a gift certificate with a determined dollar amount. The recipient can use the certificate to attend films, purchase goods at the concession stand or apply it to their own membership. The gift certificate is a great surprise to anyone who has been to the theater and a wonderful start to encourage friends to explore the excellent programs we offer. To purchase a gift card please send us an email to info@mvfilmsociety.com with a “gift certificate” in the subject line.
OR you can purchase online by clicking this link.
Become a Member
Not only will you save money every time you come to the film center, but you’ll be helping us with our year-round programming and community events. We have memberships available for every possible budget. For details, and/or to sign up, please click this link
Become a Sponsor
Film Center sponsorship allows you to align your marketing and promotional activities with our community-responsive activities. Benefits and opportunities include:
- Market your products and services to people with superior buying power
- Market your products and services to people who are independent-minded and culturally-savvy.
- Position your company with a cultural non-profit organization retaining a loyal membership (nearly 2000 members now)
- Promote your corporate generosity to over 2,500 people a month
- Create tremendous goodwill with audiences enjoying the magic of movies.
Event and Film Sponsorship are available – contact Richard at rich@mvfilmsociety.com for a full proposal and fees (usually in the $1000 to $5000 range).
Donation of Stocks
Electronic delivery of stock shares is a fast and secure way to make a donation. For more information, please contact Richard Paradise at 774-392-2972 or rich@mvfilmsociety.com.
For additional information pertaining to charitable giving, contact Richard Paradise, Executive Director, at 774-392–2972 or via email at rich@mvfilmsociety.com.