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36 SAG-AFTRA | Fall/Winter 2023 | sagaftra.org For Members The Entertainment Community Fund, formerly The Actors Fund, provides human services nationally for people who work in film, theater, television, music, opera, radio and dance. The Fund helps address the specific needs of entertainment professionals — with a unique understanding of the challenges involved with a life in the arts, and with the knowledge of what it takes to thrive in an often-unpredictable industry. Your donation helps support those in need; give at entertainmentcommunity.org/donate. "I can't thank the Fund enough. I can stay in my apartment because of you. Know that what you are doing is no small thing at a time like this." — ANONYMOUS FUND CLIENT In 2025, the SAG-AFTRA Foundation will celebrate 40 years of providing emergency financial assistance and free educational programs to SAG-AFTRA artists nationwide. This year, give a minimum gift of $40 for 40 years of making a difference. Donate today at sagaftra.foundation/donate. And, continue to build your career and develop your tools by signing up for free programs at sagaftra.foundation. "The [SAG-AFTRA] Foundation's services gave me the hope I needed to persevere after the pandemic and the strikes. I was empowered through the resources available, and subsequently booked a series regular role on a new show airing next year." — LOGAN BROWNING, SAG-AFTRA MEMBER SPIRIT OF GIVING IN TOUGH TIMES, HELP IS AVAILABLE — BECAUSE OF MEMBERS LIKE YOU Life is unpredictable, and when the road gets bumpy, organizations like the SAG-AFTRA Foundation, the Motion Picture & Television Fund, and the Entertainment Community Fund are there to help. If you're able, consider a tax-deductible contribution so they have the resources to continue their good work. The Motion Picture & Television Fund supports working and retired members of the entertainment community with a safety net of health and social services, including temporary financial assistance, case management and residential living. Visit mptf.com for details. "When a wildfire set my life ablaze, I didn't think about how disaster is something no one plans. That day taught me newfound respect for love, compassion, caring and the incalculable need for an organization like MPTF." – HARRY NORTHUP, SAG-AFTRA MEMBER