25/03/2024
Good news in Edinburgh!!
NEWS!
Well, folks. Although we still need a few more pounds to close the entire circle of funding, we are *ecstatic* to announce that Filmhouse (Edinburgh) Ltd. have been successful in their bid for UK Government Community Ownership Fund investment, and have been awarded a grant of £1.5 million.
This sum, along with the required £400K of match funding (which includes the amount raised by the crowdfunder) means that we can go ahead and sign a lease, and start the refurbishment work that will enable us to open the doors to the modern, comfortable venue that Filmhouse audiences deserve. And, brilliantly, it will also allow us to add a small, multi-use, fourth screen which will support the programming of even more films – and be there for education activities.
Filmhouse was not saved until this news came in; this is a game changer for the campaign, and every single supporter, whether a donor of money or encouragement, should know that their contribution has made this happen. THANK YOU from the bottom of our cinematic hearts, on behalf of everyone who wants Filmhouse back.
The doors *will* open again. We’re aiming for the autumn.
But yes, we *are* still fundraising, to make sure we have enough funds to cover the pre-opening costs (things like computers, staff recruitment, a launch campaign, etc.) as we ramp up the new, wider Filmhouse organisation. So the crowdfunder, will therefore run, as planned, until the end of April. We’re in the home stretch – please do consider chipping in if you’re able!
https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/filmhouse-open-the-doors
