Gettysburg Film Commission
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
To generate a positive impact on Gettysburg's tourism business and the economy of Adams County through the growth of commercial film, documentary and television production by attracting on location production, educating and promoting a local workforce and providing professional services to local and out of state film productions. The Commission is dedicated to serve the filmmaker's needs. We connect clients with locations, businesses, hotels, catering and production resources and help find creative solutions for projects of all budgets.
- Income
- $47,566
- Spending
- $36,867
- Reserves
- 0 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 100%
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
We do not score finances when yearly spending is very small or the return has too little detail. The ratios stop meaning much at that size.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
This organization files the short tax form, which does not ask about boards, policies or audits. That is normal for a small charity and is not a mark against it.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Impact evidence
Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.
Programs described in its return (1)
- $30,517 spent. The Gettysburg Film Commission provides access to information and resources necessary to attract, support and facilitate the production and creation of movies, films, documentaries and Television programming. The Commission is a repository of contacts for any individual or organization seeking to film, produce or create the media described above. The Commission has developed a database of skilled tradesmen, i.e., electricians, carpenters, lighting experts, sound equipment suppliers and operators, camera / recording equipment suppliers and operators, photographers, videographers, film editors, production companies, acting talent, producers, and directors. Mr. Brinkman has more than 30 years of experience in the film and acting industry and has developed strong, deep relationships within the industry. Ms. Webb has developed relationships within the local community. The Commission has the support of local, county and state government officials. The Commission has developed a process, in collaboration with local, county and state officials for permitting and approving the use of public and private lands for filming. The Commission has developed a listing of more than 50 site locations and has already crafted contracts and commitments with these property owners. Additionally, the Commission has a working relationship with the local authorities within the National Park Service at Gettysburg National Military Park. The Commission has a number of annual and ongoing community outreach programs such as its Gettysburg College Internship program, Cinema Under the Stars summer film presentations, a high school Senior Scholarship Program, and the Cinema Arts Film Festival. The Commission is developing a donor base and a number of local fundraising activities to financially support its efforts. The Film Commission is partnering with Destination Gettysburg, the official destination marketing organization for Gettysburg and Adams County. And finally, the Commission seeks to promote economic activity within Gettysburg and the surrounding counties through a network of referrals to hotels, motels, restaurants and travel companies as well as any and all local businesses that might support the efforts of any entity producing a film, documentary or television program locally. A database of extras and volunteers is also in the works.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Legitimacy checks
Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.
Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.
Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.
Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated November 6, 2026.
Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.
On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.
Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.
Most recent return on file covers the year ending December 2025.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since April 2024.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.
Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.
Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated November 4, 2026.
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