August 14, 2024
The Directors Guild of America recognizes that its members may face various personal and professional challenges. As a result of our commitment to helping our members and the community, the DGA supports these programs which are designed to assist members who are experiencing financial difficulties or mental health issues. These resources are available to help members navigate challenging times and maintain their well-being.
Here are resources supported by the Guild:
DGA Foundation
www.directorsguildfoundation.org/Resources
For decades, the Directors Guild Foundation’s interest-free loan program has provided a vital lifeline to members facing financial hardships and emergencies.
- For more information or to apply for a confidential loan, please contact them at (310) 289-2037 or via email at foundation@dga.org.
Motion Picture Television Fund
www.mptf.com/services
MPTF offers a variety of services that can provide emotional and financial relief to industry members and their families during times of need. Whether the hardship is personal or the result of an entertainment industry-wide event, MPTF is here when you need us most.
Entertainment Community Fund
www.entertainmentcommunity.org
Founded in 1882, the Entertainment Community Fund is a national human services organization here to meet the needs of our entertainment community with a unique understanding of the challenges involved in a life in the arts. They provide dozens of services for DGA members, from addiction and recovery services, mental health services and work to help people understand their health insurance options for those losing health insurance.