Unique Fundraiser Event: Tilda Swinton’s Bedtime Story Reading and Josh O’Connor’s Porridge-Making Lesson
A number of major names from the U.K. film and TV world and beyond have donated items and their own time to an auction raising money for Gaza.
Organized by Cinema for Gaza in support of Medical Aid for Palestinians, the auction has drawn gifts from likes of Tilda Swinton, Ken Loach, Asia Kapadia, Ramy Youssef, and more.
Among the lots up for grabs is the chance to have Swinton read you a soothing bedtime story over Zoom, and a porridge masterclass with O’Connor. Other items include signed memorabilia and posters from renowned artists.
Cinema For Gaza believes that art and politics are linked and calls to support Palestinians living under occupation and as refugees. Medical Aid for Palestinians work for the health and dignity of Palestinians.
The organization is responding to the emergency in Gaza resulting from the Israel-Hamas war. The fundraising event aims to support vital humanitarian work in the region.
