#GivingTuesday: Movies Make a Difference

Aside from being our favorite form of entertainment, movies often have the power to make an impact on the world around us. This year, as you take time out of the busy holiday (shopping) season to celebrate #GivingTuesday, please consider supporting these organizations highlighted in #HIFF2015 films.

	THE CHAMPIONS Best Friends Animal Society Focused on stopping the killing of nearly 4 million pets in shelters all across America. #SaveThemAll		THE UNCONDEMNED SURF Survivors Fund Continues today to rebuild the lives of survivors of the Rwandan genocide.
	SPOTLIGHT SNAP Network A self-help group that supports people who have been victimized by clergy, and helps them try to pick up the pieces of their lives, heal and move forward.		LAST DAY OF FREEDOM Equal Justice USA Equal Justice USA cuts through the polarization to build a criminal justice system that works. For everyone.
	HE NAMED ME MALALA The Malala Fund Over 60 million girls in the world are out of school. Let’s make it zero.		THE ARMOR OF LIGHT Moms Demand Action It’s time for gun sense in America. We can end gun violence.
	HOW TO CHANGE THE WORLD Greenpeace Greenpeace is the largest independent, direct action environmental organization in the world. Powered by people like you.		THE C WORD American Institute for Cancer Research Champions cancer research by funding scientists and analyzing evidence.
	DREAM/KILLER The Innocence Project Dedicated to exonerating wrongfully convicted individuals through DNA testing and reforming the criminal justice system to prevent future injustice.		HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO Autism Speaks The world’s leading autism science and advocacy organization, dedicated to funding research, increasing awareness, and advocating for individuals with autism and their families.

Hamptons International Film Festival

And last but not least, please remember that HIFF was founded as—and remains today!—a non-profit organization. As such, we are able to thrive thanks to generous supporters like you. Your donation today will allow us to continue to screen independent films and world-class documentaries throughout the East End all year long, and to develop and support emerging filmmakers through our valued educational programs. Memberships also available!

Please consider HIFF on this national day of giving.

Your donation is tax-deductible, and 100% of contributions received support HIFF.

Thank you, and have a wonderful holiday season.