newportFILM and Child & Family Screen GIRL RISING Tonight

newportFILM and Child & Family have teamed-up to co-host an exciting event to benefit both organizations. Scheduled for tonight, June 27th at the Casino Theater, this joint benefit will include a cocktail party and screening of the groundbreaking film, Girl Rising. Directed by Academy Award nominee, Richard Robbins, Girl Rising tells the stories of 9 extraordinary girls from 9 countries. It is written by 9 celebrated writers and narrated by 9 renowned actresses, including Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway. The film showcases the strength of the human spirit and the power of education to change the world.

The film screening will be introduced by Lauren Mitte, Director of Global Engagement for Girl Rising. Lauren will also be available during the post-film cocktail hour to answer questions. Additionally, there will be a silent auction sponsored by StyleWeek Northeast. Guests will have the opportunity to bid on custom-made outfits created by some of New England's top fashion designers. These one-of-a-kind garments will reflect the culture and beauty of one of the nine countries depicted in the film- including Haiti, Cambodia, Nepal, Egypt, Peru, Ethiopia and Afghanistan. "We are thrilled to have the opportunity to share the powerful message of this film here in Newport, as it speaks to our societal beliefs about education," stated Teresa Conners, Executive Director of newportFILM. She added that the film "brings the inequality of education around the world to the forefront of discussion."

This event marks the first collaboration between Child & Family and newportFILM. This partnership is something both organizations are excited about and hope to see more of in Newport's nonprofit community. "Our organizations impact Newport County residents in distinctly different ways, but our goals are very similar - we support the community in a positive and meaningful way," stated Keith Tavares, Vice President of Institutional Advancement at Child & Family. Along with the joint efforts of both organizations, this event is made possible through the generous sponsorship of Lila Delman Real Estate, Horan Construction, KVH Industries, Webster Bank, Pranzi Catering, Spada Media and Jonathan Edwards Winery. Although a formal name has not been given to the co-hosted event, it is viewed as "Opening Night" in advance of Child & Family's annual benefit Runway Show with StyleWeek Northeast scheduled for the following evening at Ochre Court Mansion. "It is going to be a busy and exciting two days for us," Tavares added.

This benefit event for newportFILM and Child & Family will be held tonight, June 27, 2013, at The Casino Theater, 9 Freebody Street, Newport, RI. Schedule: 6:00-7:00p.m. - Hors d'oeuvres, Cocktails & StyleWeek Designer Silent Auction; 7:00-8:30p.m. - Film Introduction & Screening; 8:30-10:00p.m. - Cocktail Party & Silent Auction Continues. Tickets: $40 per person, Purchase at www.newportfilm.com or 401-649-2784.

newportFILM was founded in 2010 to nurture discovery and encourage community dialogue through the art of documentary film. More than a festival, newportFILM brings year-round programming that features filmmaker conversations, premiere parties and panel discussions. The program includes "newportFILM YOUTH," an inspiring series that showcases films for ages 2 - 18, "newportFILM GREEN SCREEN," a collection of documentaries that raise awareness on environmental issues, and "newportFILM OUTDOORS," a summer-long sunset series, which brings films out of the traditional theater setting to unique outdoor landscapes.

Established in downtown Newport, Child & Family has a 146 year history of serving Rhode Island's children and families, and a reputation for service innovation and positive community impact. Child & Family is the largest and most comprehensive social service provider in Newport County, and one of the largest in the State of Rhode Island. Child & Family is the lead agency for the Rhode Island Care Management Network, which was recently selected by the Rhode Island Department of Children, Youth and Families to serve as one of two state-wide Family Care Networks for the State's newly developed System of Care for children and families. With state-of-the-art Community Centers in both Middletown and Providence, Child & Family provides important services and programs to thousands of children, teens, families and elders each year. www.childandfamilyri.com

Watch the "Girl Rising" trailer below!

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