ETC's CEO, Fred Foster, said of the donation, "Once again we're amazed at the amount of money raised from the purchase of the iRFR and aRFR apps, and by the incredible work that Behind the Scenes has done with the funds. Great support is at the heart of ETC, and we've been able to see that same philosophy spread throughout our industry with this program. We're humbled to see how many people have stepped up and supported their colleagues by simply downloading an app."
Upon receiving the cheque Simpson, commented, "Fred has always been involved in giving back to the industry he loves, whether by encouraging the next generation of designers and technicians or by so generously supporting the charity that helps working professionals in need. That personal philosophy has become ETC's corporate philosophy and it serves as a wonderful model for our industry. We urge other companies to join ETC by becoming a Behind the Scenes UK Pledge-a-Product Partner."
Behind the Scenes UK provides financial support to entertainment technology professionals who experience hardship when they become ill or injured, or to their surviving family members. Grants are tailored to each individual but uses can include basic living costs, medical related expenses, transportation, retraining and funeral expenses. For more information or to apply for a grant visit www.behindthescenescharity.org
(Jim Evans)
