With support from the California Arts Council, Silicon Valley Asian Pacific FilmFest will be able to offset part of the rental fees for the venue and continue presenting the film festival in the South Bay. With the current venue rental fees for the 3 day event, at $7000, and expected to rise in 2020, the CAC grant will relieve some of the financial burden of staging the festival and allow us to focus on bringing high quality independent films to the South Bay Audiences.
-CATS hosts a wide array of programs that support AAPI artists of all experience types and backgrounds, along with other community members who wish to take part. Our programs focus on a variety of artistic media, including film, written works, stage acting, music, visual, and even mindfulness-focused activities. Our aim is to create multiple avenues for participants of all ages to engage with the world of art in a way that is meaningful to them.
-Community screenings of films throughout the year, partnering with other community organizations.
-Community forums around digital storytelling, filmmaking, theater and music about Asian American and Pacific Islander communities.
Partnering with other community organizations to present events and festivals focused on the Asian American and Pacific Islander experience including cultural presentations, food, music and art.
