Scarecrow Video

The world's largest public archive of film and television remains available for all to enjoy thanks to YOUR support. With 145,000+ titles (over three times the combined offerings of major streaming services) spanning 127 years of our shared cultural experience, The Scarecrow Collection features works by and about marginalized storytellers just as prominently as Hollywood blockbusters. Developed to highlight areas overlooked by common outlets, The Scarecrow Collection offers access to LGBTQ and local filmmakers; a comprehensive documentary collection covering history, social justice, women's and civil rights; and an expansive foreign section representing 129 countries. Scarecrow's library allows curious film seekers to experience a rich diversity of voices while fueling their imaginations and curating their own unique film journeys.

Your support brings this singular collection to the community via (always FREE) outreach programs that enrich lives through the power of film. You help us deliver film events and important social opportunities to older adults in local senior and community centers through Silver Screeners. You fund our Children's Hour which blends traditional story-time with clips from the collection, art projects, and science experiments all centered on themes of inclusion and empowerment. Through your partnership, we also produce community events like our summer outdoor movie series and original content like the Viva Physical Media! YouTube Show that use the collection as a springboard for celebrating the film arts.

Give Big marks the kickoff of our Spring Campaign, one of two times annually that we ask for your help with important operating budget needs that keep the lights on and the Collection housed, protected, and growing. 

Physical media remains the best way to guarantee your access to the fullest spectrum of works to enjoy. Scarecrow remains the best place on Earth to experience that. Please make your gift now to assure that remains the case for years to come.