We’re reaching out to our community because our cinema needs your help.

Our current projector has served us well over the years, but as technology progresses, we now need an upgrade. We want to continue to show the films that bring us together—new releases, classics, exhibition on film, documentary, and performance events. We’re raising funds to purchase a new digital cinema projector, and as a charity we need your support.

Why This Matters

For many, our cinema isn’t just a place to watch films. It’s a gathering space for friends and family and a place where friendships are forged. A warm, welcoming and inclusive community hub. A source of inspiration, escapism and education, and the projector is at the heart of everything we do.

How You Can Help

We’re aiming to raise £25000 to cover the cost of a new, up to date projector that will serve our community for years to come. Every donation, no matter how small, will help us get closer to lighting up the screen once more.

Here’s how your support helps:

Replaces outdated equipment

Retains our ability to screen the best of international film and host events

Keeps ticket prices affordable and the cinema accessible to all

Thank You

We’re incredibly grateful for any support you can give—whether it’s a donation, sharing this campaign, or just cheering us on. If you've ever had a special moment at our cinema, now’s your chance to help keep the magic alive for others.

🎬 Lets keep the movies rolling. One frame at a time.

A BIT ABOUT US

Chichester Cinema has been an enduring presence in Chichester for 40 years. A not-for-profit independent cinema which is a vital community hub for many.

Our mission:

To programme and deliver the widest range of film and performance events from around the world in a welcoming and inclusive way, that brings us together, encourages debate and helps us to see the world through different eyes.

In doing so, we broaden the appeal and appreciation of independent cinema which is central to cultural life in Chichester and beyond.

Our charitable aims include:

Improving well-being and health and to build stronger local community links by supporting vulnerable people such as the elderly, disabled and those unable to access mainstream cinemas through our community support and study programmes.

Outreach:

Supporting young people in education through a curriculum outreach and education programme.

Film Club for 15 - 25 years olds to encourage social engagement and to participate in a social activity after growing up and experiencing a period of isolation due to the pandemic and to improve their mental wellbeing.

Free screenings for local charities that support and care for adults and children with learning disabilities. Those who are vulnerable or disadvantaged, and minority groups.

Free tickets for;

'My Sister’s House’ who support women and their children who have suffered from domestic abuse.

‘Chichester Food Bank’ for families that are struggling financially so they can treat their children or themselves to a day or evening at the cinema.

‘Age UK’ who are our latest partnership, for the elderly who are suffering from loneliness and isolation.

‘Chichester Sanctuary’ who support newly arrived asylum-seeking families.

Any donation would be gratefully and warmly received.

Best wishes and many thanks

The Team at Chichester Cinema