2025 Lights! Glamour! AUCTION!

2025 Silent Auction Donation Request

The Pittsburgh Film Office (PFO) invites you to be part of our biggest night of the year – Lights! Glamour! Action!® on Saturday, March 1, 2025 at The Pennsylvanian. This dazzling Academy Awards®-themed fundraising gala and Silent Auction helps support the Pittsburgh Film Office mission: to boost the economic development of southwestern Pennsylvania through film, television, and commercial productions. we’ve assisted in over 200 productions which has directly generated over $2.5 billion into the local economy since 1990!

How You Can Help:
This event would not be the same without the generosity of local businesses like yours! We invite you to donate a premier product, service, or unforgettable VIP experience to our Silent Auction – one of the most exciting elements of the evening. Your donation will showcase your business to a star-studded audience of local celebrities, entertainment professionals, business leaders, and influential politicians while also helping us generate critical funds for the PFO’s work.

Your donation is an incredible way to:

  • Gain exposure for your business at one of Pittsburgh’s most prestigious events, attended by hundreds of potential customers.
  • Elevate your brand by aligning with an industry known for excitement, creativity, and community impact.
  • Contribute to local economic growth by supporting the vibrant film industry that creates jobs and opportunities for our region.

What to Donate:
We’re seeking exclusive items and experiences that will thrill our guests and fuel the excitement of the evening. Ideal donation examples are:

  • Unique travel packages (luxury getaways, private tours)
  • Exclusive dining experiences or chef’s table dinners
  • Movie, television, or sports memorabilia
  • VIP tickets to concerts, theater, or major events
  • High-end products from local boutiques, spas, and hotels
  • Anything that represents your business in the most memorable way!

Why Partner with PFO?
By donating to Lights! Glamour! AUCTION!, you’re helping the PFO continue marketing Pittsburgh as a top destination for film production, which translates to real, measurable economic growth for our region. Your contribution will directly support our efforts to create sustainable careers for local crews, vendors, and businesses like yours.

And that’s not all! To thank you for your support:

  • Your brand will be promoted on all our digital platforms, event signage, and program materials, gaining you recognition from an influential audience.
  • Invitations to attend the event, rub elbows with industry insiders, and enjoy an unforgettable night of glamour, networking, and celebration.
      • Minimum Donation: $500 (FMV of goods and services) for each auction donation event ticket.

The Pittsburgh Film Office is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, your donation is tax-deductible! (Federal Tax ID: 25-1634250).

We’ve enclosed a simple donation form for your convenience. 2025 Auction In-Kind Donation Form

Our goal is to have donations in by February 1st, but we are always accepting donations!

Thank you in advance for helping us make the 2025 Lights! Glamour! Action!® gala and Silent Auction an unforgettable success! If you have any questions, would like more details on how to maximize your participation, or are interested in our sponsorship opportunities, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Heather Bolton, Deputy Director [email protected] or at (412) 261-2744.

We can’t wait to celebrate with you on this spectacular evening!