Support Arts East-West

Where East Meets West, Bridging Cultures Through Cinema & Media Arts

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Your Donation Makes a Difference!

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In alignment with Arts East-West's mission of cultural exchange and artistic diversity, we invite your generous support to ensure the future of our organization and its vital projects.

For 2025, your donations will directly fund:

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• The 12th edition of the Korean Film Festival Canada (KFFC)
• Development of a sustainable working environment for our current and future leaders
• Creation of fair compensation opportunities for our artists, their creative works and talented team

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Donation period: May 1st - June 30th, 2025 (midnight EST)

Why Your Support Matters

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Your contribution helps sustain Montreal's premier platform for Asian and Asian Canadian cinema while bolstering an inclusive creative community. The Korean Film Festival Canada serves as a beacon for Asian Canadian, Asian, and international Asian works, with Korean cinema as its cornerstone and inspiration.

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This pioneering cultural initiative, with roots stretching back over 30 years in Montreal from first-generation artists, now thrives through a dedicated team of young professionals and volunteers from diverse cultural backgrounds. These individuals eagerly develop their skills and invest their precious time and creative talents at the frontier of building our burgeoning arts community together.

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Their invaluable efforts have built meaningful connections between diverse cultural expressions through supportive local collaborations and institutions that have visibly flourished, particularly since 2020.

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The 12th edition of KFFC (May 22nd - June 28th, 2025) continues our theme "Arts & Technologies: Sleep, Dream, Body" and will be presented at iconic Montreal venues including Cinéma du Musée, Cinéma Moderne, Centre Création Nyata Nyata, the Goethe-Institut Montreal, and Bassin Peel. The festival explores the fascinating intersection of creative works and technological advancements through the lens of Asian cinema and media art.

About Arts East-West

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Arts East-West is a non-profit media arts organization based in Montreal, founded by Mi-Jeong Lee (media artist and PhD scholar) in 1995, formerly known as Ciné-Asie. Over the years, our mission has deepened to enrich the voices of Asian Canadians by honouring their specific cultural heritages through artistic practice both within Canada and globally.

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Our collective visions—shared by our artists, community partners, collaborators, and passionate young team members—come brilliantly to life through our annual signature event: the Korean Film Festival Canada (KFFC)!

How to Support the 12th KFFC at Arts East-West:

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Make a Donation

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Your generosity makes a difference! To contribute to the KFFC and support our mission of cultural enrichment:

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1. Visit our website: Go to artseastwest.ca and click on the "Support Us" button
2. Festival Tickets: When purchasing tickets for KFFC events, you'll find an option to add a donation during checkout
3. At Events: Look for our donation stations at festival venues where you can contribute and learn more about our initiatives

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Donor Appreciation

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All donations of $25 or more include your choice of:

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• An invitation to our opening night celebration on May 22nd at Cinéma du Musée in Montréal, featuring the reception and film screenings
• A free film admission ticket to any screening during the 12th Korean Film Festival Canada (KFFC) from May 24 to June 7, 2025
• A handcrafted silk bookmark made with authentic Korean textile (sakdong) brought directly from Korea, combined with reusable materials—continuing our tradition of Bojagi that has been featured in KFFC awards since 2022

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Please email us to indicate which appreciation gift you would prefer. One appreciation item per donation only, thank you.

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Please note: We are currently in the process of obtaining our charitable tax number. Donations are not eligible for tax receipts at this time.

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Other Ways to Support

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1. Become a Monthly Donor: Join our sustaining circle with recurring contributions
2. Corporate Matching: Ask if your employer matches charitable donations
3. Volunteer: Contribute your time and talents to our festivals and events
4. Spread the Word: Follow us on social media and share our events with your network
5. For more information about donation options or to discuss sponsorship opportunities, please contact our development team at Matilde Elie, General Coordinator at kffcaescoordination@gmail.com or call: 514 799 6880 

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Corporate Partnerships & Sponsorship Opportunities 

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Is your organization interested in supporting diverse cultural voices while gaining visibility in Montreal's vibrant arts community? Arts East-West offers customized sponsorship packages designed to align with your company's values, marketing objectives, and community engagement goals.

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Our team will work closely with you to develop a tailored sponsorship package that meets your specific needs and maximizes your impact. To discuss partnership possibilities, please contact Seokbin Yoo in Marketing and Development at kffc22.marketing@gmail.com or call at 514 799 6880. 

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Your support ensures the continued celebration of diverse cultural expressions through media arts in Montreal! 

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Thank you! 

‍Arts East-West