Maranacook Arts Wish List

🎨 Support Creativity with Maranacook Arts Donations! 🎭

Dear Supporters of the Arts,

Your generosity holds the key to inspiring and empowering the youth to unlock their creative potential and leave a lasting impact on our community.

Below, you’ll find a list of essential items that your generous donations will directly support. If you prefer to donate specific items rather than monetary contributions, your kindness is deeply appreciated. Your support is vital for the success of our programs and initiatives:

  1. Cameras:
    • DSLR cameras
    • Mirrorless cameras
    • Cinema cameras (e.g., RED, ARRI)
    • GoPro or action cameras (for specific shots)
  2. Lenses:
    • Prime lenses (e.g., 24mm, 35mm, 50mm)
    • Zoom lenses (e.g., 24-70mm, 70-200mm)
    • Specialty lenses (e.g., macro, fisheye)
  3. Camera Support:
    • Tripods
    • Monopods
    • Camera sliders
    • Shoulder rigs
    • Gimbal stabilizers
    • Camera cranes or jibs
  4. Audio Equipment:
    • Shotgun microphones
    • Lavalier microphones
    • Boom poles
    • Audio recorders (e.g., Zoom H6)
    • Wireless microphone systems
    • Headphones for monitoring
  5. Lighting:
    • LED panels
    • Tungsten lights
    • Fluorescent lights
    • Light modifiers (softboxes, umbrellas, reflectors)
    • C-stands and light stands
    • Gels and diffusion material
  6. Grip Equipment:
    • C-stands
    • Grip heads
    • Sandbags
    • Clamps
    • Gaffer tape
    • Reflectors
    • Flags and scrims
  7. Power Management:
    • Portable power generators
    • Battery packs and chargers (for cameras, lights, audio equipment)
    • Extension cords and power strips
    • Voltage regulators and surge protectors
  8. Monitoring and Playback:
    • On-set monitors
    • External video recorders (e.g., Atomos Ninja)
    • Video playback devices (e.g., laptops, tablets)
    • Color calibration tools (e.g., X-Rite ColorChecker)
  9. Production Accessories:
    • Slate
    • Director’s chair
    • Walkie-talkies or communication systems
    • Script supervisor kit
    • Production logbooks or software
  10. Post-Production Equipment (for on-site editing):
    • Laptops or mobile workstations
    • External hard drives or SSDs
    • Editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro)
    • Color grading tools (e.g., DaVinci Resolve)
    • Card readers and backup solutions
  11. Safety Equipment:
    • First aid kit
    • Fire extinguishers
    • High-visibility vests
    • Safety cones or barriers
  12. Weather Protection:
    • Rain covers for cameras and equipment
    • Tents or pop-up canopies
    • Tarps or waterproof covers
  13. Transportation and Storage:
    • Production vehicles (vans or trucks)
    • Equipment cases and bags
    • Equipment carts and dollies
  14. Miscellaneous:
    • Cleaning supplies (for cameras and lenses)
    • Media storage cases (for memory cards, hard drives)
    • Personal protective equipment (PPE) as needed

If you are interested in donating any of the above items, please reach out to us so that we can provide you with a delivery address as well as a donation receipt for the value.