We all inherently know the importance of the arts, but in this uncertain time it is clear that the arts lift us up, give us hope, uncover truths and bring communities together.  We have all turned to art over the last few weeks to escape, reconnect, learn and make sense of what is going on around us.  In theaters, we have laughed, cried and experienced transformative moments together.  Art is vital to our community and it is through your support, that we will continue to serve our community in this wonderful way. 

On this #GivingTuesday we ask you to support BendFilm so that we can once again bring uplifting, engaging and educational cultural experiences to Central Oregon once this crisis ends.  This is a virtual way to “pass the hat around” for BendFilm and the Tin Pan as many of you have done in our theaters before.  Our goal is to raise $2,500 to offset costs incurred to open our virtual screening room and alumni library. A very generous anonymous donor will match donations up to $2,500 made before Sunday May 10 at Midnight. 

Here are a few ways you can support us today: 

To mix up the prizes a bit we will give the first person to donate a bottle of Crater Lakes Spirits Gin and the last person to donate before this Sunday May 10 at Midnight PT, will receive a 2020 BendFilm Full Film pass! 

With each package purchase or donation you are entered to win:

  • BendFilm merch (hats, shirts, posters, bags, tumblers)
  • A custom family portrait from the one and only TEAFLY Peterson
  • A free growler refill from the Tin Pan (The tap currently has Bouy Pilsner, Tumalo Cider and Bend Brewing Co Ching Ching Sour)
  • A free six pack of films for the virtual Tin Pan or the theater when we reopen

Thank you for being such an important part of our community.  We will get through this together. 

Todd Looby
BendFilm Executive Director