"The Forgotten Casualties of Hollywood Strikes: MPTF's Urgent Plea for Donations to Aid Below-The-Line Crews"
The Motion Picture & Television Fund (MPTF) is appealing for donations to support below-the-line crew members affected by the ongoing Writers Guild and SAG-AFTRA strikes. MPTF President & CEO Bob Beitcher highlighted the devastating impact of the strikes on these workers, who are at risk of losing their homes and ability to pay bills. The MPTF has already granted nearly $1 million in financial assistance and requests for aid have increased significantly compared to last year. Beitcher emphasized the importance of supporting the below-the-line crews, who are the backbone of the industry, and urged the entertainment community to donate to MPTF's emergency relief funding.