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Sparking Community Through Film
PTFF is a nonprofit organization which presents films and film festivals, supports and nurtures filmmakers, and hosts educational and artistic programming through and about the medium of film.
You Are Invited!
What Are Laurels?
Why Bull Kelp?
Laurels are standard symbols of recognition and achievement for both films and film festivals.
PTFF chose the bull kelp as our artistic and meaningful interpretation of this film industry standard
Why bull kelp?
Along our shores, bull kelp survives by moving with the sea—holding fast to rock while rising toward light through constant motion. In stormy weather, its long strands bend instead of break, gathering into living forests that nurture, shelter, and sustain a diverse ecosystem.
So too does a resilient community endure: rooted in shared values, lifted by imagination, and strengthened through connection. Like bull kelp suspended together beneath the surface, we are carried by common currents—buoyant not alone, because we gather and rise with and for one another.
PTFF is grateful for the opportunity to add resilience, to nurture, to strengthen, and to help sustain our Port Townsend community through film. ❤️
MovieMaker Magazine’s
2025 COOLEST FILM FESTIVALS
MovieMaker Magazine asked a panel of film experts to share the festivals they would recommend to a friend — places where they felt good and had a blast. Places that are cool. PTFF was named one of 25 of those places… in the world!
Spotlight Series
Doug Blush - Filmmaker
Wendy Lobel - Filmmaker
Kirsty Bryan - Filmmaker
Vivian Kerr - Filmmaker
Therese - Filmgoer
Dear Community,
Because of our generous donors like you, PTFF is able to support local film production, connect Port Townsend to the national diversity of filmmakers, and spark community throughout the year. In this time of division and struggle, these relationships and opportunities to share stories with one another mean more than they ever have.
We want to continue to do more, and we hope you will play a part in making those moments happen. We want to continue providing free film programming and access to free passes. Ticket and Pass sales alone only cover a portion of our costs.
Please help us share the connection film brings our community with your financial support today.
Sincerely,
Danielle
Danielle (Danni) McClelland | Executive Director
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Thank you to our Lead 2025 Sponsors!
