The London Party - July 2010

For many years Absolutely Publishing & Media has supported the CTBF. Since 2008 we have been one of the main sponsors for The London Party. The London party is quite simply the industry event of the year: each year at the event, a significant amount of money is raised for the charity.

The Cinema and Television Benevolent Fund (CTBF) is the leading UK charity for people working behind the scenes in the film, cinema and television industries, whose careers cover all aspects of pre-production and beyond, from script to screen, in a variety of roles. For creatives, production professionals, marketers and administration staff, the CTBF exists for those with a need.

Through donations, membership subscriptions, the sale of grand draw tickets and monies raised from events including The Royal Film Performance™, the CTBF are able to help more than 1,000 beneficiaries and their families every year.

The CTBF offer practical and financial assistance to those who have worked in a paid position within the industry in the UK for at least two years, and who have been affected by illness, bereavement, accident or unemployment. This may include help with utility bills, living expenses, childcare, back-to-work grants and housing support. They also help with the emotional support that so many people need.