ANNUAL APPEAL 2022-2023
Help support our fundraising efforts…
it’s been an incredible 7 weeks since we opened the Barrymore Film Center in October 2022. We had a free Members’ Open House, Opening Night Fundraising Gala, special programs and guests such as Floyd Norman, New Jersey Festival Orchestra, John Fricke, Judy Garland Centennial Celebration, Ecuadorian Film Festival, Korean Film Showcase, “Inner-Views” Series, live music and so much more. But more impressively, we have presented over 70 films, which run the gamit from silent films to new, independent film releases!
Memberships and charitable contributions represent a critical percentage of our annual income, and help bridge the gap between revenue and operating expenses. The BFC relies on individuals, corporations, foundations, and governmental sources for funds to help the organization.
As we look to 2023, we have considerable milestones to reach, including an inventive and ambitious programming schedule, which requires considerable planning and resources. We encourage you to consider a donation of any amount, which will help us reach these goals and we thank you for all your support. You may mail a check to the BFC at P.O. Box 229, Fort Lee, NJ 07024 or click the Donation button below to donation online.
The Friends of Barrymore Film Center wish you all a wonderful Holiday Season, filled with merriment, magic and movies!
FRIENDS OF BARRYMORE FILM CENTER is s 501c-3 nonprofit organization. New Jersey Charities Registration #CH-4498600
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After the screening of “Sleeping Beauty”, Disney “Legend” Animator, Floyd Norman spends time with a young artist and was presented with a drawing she created especially for him from the movie. Floyd generously spent hours talking with attendees and taking photos.
Fort Lee High School spent a morning at the BFC, touring the facility, museum and Walk of Fame. Afterwards, they enjoyed a live organ demonstration and a special film screening.
New Jersey Festival Orchestra performs at the screening of the silent classic, “Phantom of the Opera”, drawing an enthusiastic crowd.
Anthony Johnson, ABC News was quite impressed with the BFC Museum’s “Barrymore Family” exhibit and the entire facility, which he featured in a news story…and he plans on coming back regularly to visit.
“Judy Garland Centennial Celebration” weekend included noted “Judy” author John Fricke with filmmaker Kristian Fraga and author, Charles Walters.
Acclaimed organist, Ben Model provides live accompaniment to the silent film, “The Big Parade”.
2022 Short Film Festival Winners invited to BFC for a tour and plaque presentations.