Entertainment Organizations
Emergency Aid Providers
Actor's Equity Foundation
In 1961, when Paul Dullzell, second Executive Secretary of Actors' Equity Association, and then President of the Associated Actors and Artistes of America, died, he left a bequest to Actors’ Equity Association in his will of monies to be used for the general welfare of actors - the creation of the Charitable Grants Fund. The use of these funds is very specific and only for welfare purposes. The types of grants from this fund typically go, for example: The Actors’ Fund of America – for aid to actors and the maintenance of the Actors’ Residence and Nursing Home in Englewood, NJ and the Aurora Residence on West 57th Street; The Episcopal Actors Guild; The Stephen J. Falat Holiday Basket Project; and Volunteer Physicians for the Arts.
Actors' Fund
The Actors' Fund is for people on the stage and behind the scenes, in front of the camera and behind the lens. It's for agents and announcers, carpenters and clowns, actors and dancers, magicians and musicians, producers and free agents, stage hands and singers. People in film and theatre, TV and radio, music, dance and opera, and the full spectrum of other entertainment media have always turned to The Actors' Fund when some personal or family crisis threatens their well-being.
Advertising Industry Emergency Fund
The Advertising Industry Emergency Fund is a volunteer organization made up of advertising people brought together to help their colleagues in times of life crisis.
Aid for AIDS
For over twenty years, Aid For AIDS has provided direct financial assistance to persons living with HIV/AIDS who are disabled and living below the poverty line. AFA helps individuals and families by paying for life’s necessities - housing, utilities, home delivery of fresh food, health insurance, medications and nutritional supplements. American Guild of Variety Artists
American Guild of Variety Artists (AGVA) provides emergency assistance for qualified AGVA member who demonstrate need. For more information, contact their main line at (818) 508-9984.
American Federation of Television and Radio Artists - Frank Nelson Fund
The Frank Nelson Sick & Benefit Fund provides emergency aid and other resources to qualified members of AFTRA Locals west of Omaha. For more information, please contact Kathleen Winslow in Los Angeles at (323) 634-8104.
Artists' Fellowship, Inc.
The Artists' Fellowship, Inc. is a private, charitable foundation that assists professional fine artists (painters, graphic artists, sculptors) and their families in times of emergency, disability, or bereavement.
Career Transition for Dancers
The mission of Career Transition For Dancers is to empower current and former professional dancers with the knowledge and skills necessary to clearly define their career possibilities after dance, and to provide resources necessary to help make these possibilities a reality.
Jazz Foundation
Jazz Foundation
Motion Picture Television Fund - Temporary Assistance Program
Temporary emergency financial assistance is available for qualifying industry members who experience financial hardship due to illness, disability, unemployment or other reasons. You may be eligible for health insurance premium support through the Health Insurance Premium Support Program, collaboration between the Motion Picture & Television Fund and the UniHealth Foundation.
Motown/Universal Music Group Fund
The Motown/Universal Music Group Fund was created to provide grants for assistance to R&B recording artists formerly affiliated with Universal Music Group and any of its wholly owned labels. The goal of the Motown/Universal Music Group Fund is to ensure that R&B artists in need will have access to important financial resources for health, welfare and medical purposes.
MusiCares Foundation
MusiCares Foundation was established in 1989 by the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences with the objective of focusing the attention and resources of the music industry on the health, human service and welfare needs of all music people. Provides assistance to music people in need of financial or other assistance.
Musicians Benevolent Society of Houston
The Musicians Benevolent Society of Houston (MBS) is a tax-exempt, 501c3 Texas corporation that provides musicians with up to $1,000 in temporary financial assistance for medical emergencies. Questions regarding assistance can be directed to Steve Sucher, at (713) 204-3238.
Society of Singers
Society of Singers - Nonprofit charity that helps professional vocalists worldwide in times of crisis. SOS provides emergency financial aid, case management, counseling and referral services. SOS is not a union, talent agency or employment service.
The Episcopal Actors Guild
The emergency aid and relief program offers assistance to performers of all faiths, and none. The Guild’s charitable programs primarily focus on people who perform live onstage in front of live audiences.
The Screen Actors Guild Foundation
Founded in 1985, the Screen Actors Guild Foundation (SAG) is an educational, humanitarian and philanthropic 501© 3 non-profit organization The Foundation provides funds for the aid, relief and care of needy, sick, indigent and aged Guild members. The emergency assistance program provides emergency financial relief for qualified SAG members who demonstrate need. Grants are made payable to the creditor on behalf of the individual.
Health Care Facilities
Motion Picture & Television Fund
A major service organization promoting the well-being of California's entertainment community. Health care and child care, retirement and social/charitable services are provided with compassion and respect for the dignity of the whole person. Particular emphasis is placed on the Motion Picture & Television Hospital, five health centers, financial assistance and community outreach programs, a retirement community and the Samuel Goldwyn Foundation Children's Center.
Health Insurance Providers
Motion Picture & Television Fund
A major service organization promoting the well-being of California's entertainment community. Health care and child care, retirement and social/charitable services are provided with compassion and respect for the dignity of the whole person. Particular emphasis is placed on the Motion Picture & Television Hospital, five health centers, financial assistance and community outreach programs, a retirement community and the Samuel Goldwyn Foundation Children's Center.
The Entertainment Industry Group Insurance Trust
Since 1965, The Entertainment Industry Group Insurance Trust (TEIGIT) has administered health insurance plans for members of participating associations in the arts and entertainment industry. Enrollment is automatic for members who meet the eligibility requirements.
Professional Associations*
Unions and Guilds
Actors Equity Association
Actors Equity Association - is the labor union representing actors and stage managers in the legitimate theatre in the United States. Equity negotiates minimum wages and working conditions, administers contracts, and enforces the provisions of its various agreements with theatrical employers.
American Guild of Musical Artists
American Guild of Musical Artists - The labor organization that represents the men and women who create America's operatic, choral and dance heritage.
American Guild of Variety Artists
American Guild of Variety Artists - present jurisdiction includes performers in Broadway, Off-Broadway, Cabaret productions, night club entertainers and theme park performers. ph: 212 675-1003.
Associated Federation of Television & Radio Artists
Associated Federation of Television & Radio Artists – Official web site of the Associated Federation of TV & Radio Artists.
IATSE
International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees - Represents technicians, artisans and craftspersons in the entertainment industry, including live theater, film and television production.
SAG
SAG - Official Web site of the Screen Actors Guild.
