Moray cinema fans’ festive chance to raise funds for the homeless
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Movie fans will able to help the homeless when they watch a short film this festive period at the Moray Playhouse.
The Elgin venue is among 20 independent cinemas that will be screening Arthur’s Christmas Tale during the trailers.
The animation tells the story of a brave little dog who defies a scrooge-like misery guts.
Cinemagoers will be able to donate to Shelter Scotland either via collection buckets or the charity's online giving page HERE.
Scottish author Angela Proctor, who writes under the name AH Proctor, initially crafted the story as a poem highlighting homelessness for schoolchildren doing a charity sleep-in.
She said: "I love Christmas so togetherness and spending time with loved ones are reflected in Arthur's Christmas Tale.
"It’s a poignant message and I’m hoping it will resonate with cinemagoers, where it is being shown during trailers throughout December, and help raise much-needed funds for Shelter Scotland.”
Sharryn McKelvie from Shelter Scotland said: "This is a fantastic initiative at a time of year that can be full of despair for those without a home.
"We hope that those lucky enough to enjoy quality time in the warmth of a cinema will think about others less fortunate and donate what they can to help make sure no one has to fight the threat of homelessness alone."
