Since the writers’ strike began, several readers have expressed not only their support for the writers, but also a concern for the well-being of the non-writing staff of the shows affected. UnitedHollywood.com has posted an entry addressing that concern, along with some suggestions for how individuals might help. From UnitedHollywood.com:
It’s Thanksgiving week, and in the spirit of that we hope all our readers will take some time to help those in need to whatever extent they can.
The excellent LiveJournal community wga_supporters recently ran this note from David Rambo of CSI:
The WGA currently has a $12 million strike fund. However, the people who will need assistance as this drags on longer are those in film and TV who don’t have access to the strike fund: the office assistants, crew members and actors. They will really need the help to be able to continue in support of our strike, and there’s no fund for them. There is, however, a wonderful 125-year old nonprofit organization that provides direct, confidential assistance to all entertainment professionals in need, such as those I just mentioned. It’s called the Actors Fund, and you can find out more or make a donation through their website.
If you do donate, let the Actors Fund know that your contribution is in support of those affected by the writers strike. They’ll appreciate it, and so will I.
Since David’s post, the WGA has established its Union Solidarity Fund to benefit members of unions other than the WGA. The Pencils2MediaMoguls campaign will donate money remaining after the pencils have shipped to the Union Solidarity Fund. Once an online donation system for the USF is in place, we’ll post it here.
Keep checking our site for other announcements about donation and assistance opportunities. And please use our comments section to post information about fund drives and worthy groups assisting people in the business and beyond. Thank you!
As I know the hyperlinks don’t show up too well in this otherwise-cool template, here are the links that might interest you:
- Live Journal community wga_supporters
- Actors Fund website
- Pencils2MediaMoguls campaign (later to include a donation mechanism for the Union Solidarity Fund)
Fixing the link colors (and the template) is on my To Do list for this week – I *promise*! :)
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This makes me happy.
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Thanks for addressing everyone’s concerns about finding a way to help these guys.
I’m glad to hear the pressure’s on for a fair deal. Here’s to hoping November 26th will be the beginning of the end.
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Glad to get all this info, Ms Interpreted.
Being able to donate money to help the people who, frankly, will get nothing good out of this strike, no matter how it turns out, will make me feel better about supporting the strikers.
Thank-you.
Tho does the Actors’ Fund help only actors?
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@looped Linear: Tho does the Actors’ Fund help only actors?
No. From About the Fund: “The Actors Fund, a nonprofit human services organization founded in 1882, serves all professionals – and not just actors! – in film, theater, television, music, opera, and dance through programs that address their unique and essential needs.”
Aslong as you can show employment in any segment of the Industry, they are there. I know. they’ve helped me.
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Does anyone have a list of TDS/CR advertisers? Just wanted to drop them a line, say hi, haven’t seen them lately…
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I’ve avoided checking out clips on the Comedy Central site (OY! The withdrawal!!!) in an effort to boycott having to sit through the mandatory ads that run before each clip, but it might be worth it (not for me, no, not at all! for the sake of the writers!) to make note of the specific sponsors who are benefiting from such coveted – UN-WRITER COMPENSATED – placement, and be in touch. As a friendly, polite-yet-concerned consumer, of course.
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Thanks MadMoll, that makes me really happy.
@ somuch2kno That’s a great idea. Friendly, polite, ….hey! long time no see ‘pain reliever X’. Tho you were my favorite way to recover from all those Texas cage match injuries, I’ve switched to using generic/house brand Y pain relief until negotiations recommence, the writers get a fair cut and the strike ends …maybe you could talk to the AMPTP?…miss ya!…;)
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@looped linear: You’re welcome. The Fund is a great organization.
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