Host a Film Event

Design an off-line Mutual Rescue film event to benefit homeless companion animals in your community.

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Artwork by Barbara Sauceda

Cinematic Storytelling

Mutual Rescue offers its films for approved off-line events that benefit local animal-welfare organizations. We encourage animal shelters and rescue groups, community organizations, businesses, charities, foundations, social services, libraries, schools, and animal-loving individuals to design Mutual Rescue film events for community engagement, fundraising, and education.

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What does Mutual Rescue provide to event presenters?

  • Digital film files
  • Mutual Rescue logo and artwork
  • Reduced price for Mutual Rescue book
  • Consultations with Mutual Rescue’s executive producer
  • Promotion of your event on Mutual Rescue’s website and social-media channels

What does your organization need to do?

  • Submit a request to host an event
  • Select from Mutual Rescue’s film archive
  • Decide on an event format that suits your audience
  • Events can be free or ticketed
  • Fundraising options to benefit an animal-welfare organization might include auctions, raffles, donations, Mutual Rescue book sales, sponsorships, competitions, and more

What are examples of event formats?

Low-cost event

On-site screening of Mutual Rescue films, using available resources. A low-cost way to elevate awareness and engage staff, volunteers, board members, and other associates of the presenting organization and beneficiary.

Moderate-cost off-site event

Off-site screening of Mutual Rescue films at private homes, businesses, boardrooms, hotels, and community spaces, using available resources or rented equipment. Intended to attract new supporters and broaden circles of awareness about animal welfare in your community.

Special event at a professional venue

Screening of Mutual Rescue films at professional venues such as theaters, performance spaces, school auditoriums, churches, or outdoor settings such as botanical gardens, beaches, or parks, using professional resources and staff. Could include Mutual Rescue representatives, including film subjects, and an opportunity to purchase the Mutual Rescue book at a special price to offer for sale. Moderate to higher costs with excellent fundraising potential.

High-end event at a professional venue

Screening of Mutual Rescue films at large venues with professional equipment and staff. This is an excellent opportunity for the presenter to partner with sponsors to produce a special event to attract media coverage, community leaders, etc. Option to include Mutual Rescue representatives, a panel discussion with film subjects, and an opportunity to purchase the Mutual Rescue book at a special price to offer for sale for fundraising or as a gift to attendees, with the possibility of a post-screening book signing by the author.