troop251scout 10 Posted June 24, 2005 Share Posted June 24, 2005 Hello All, Been awhile since i posted but anyway, has anyone ever been to, run or seen a drive in movie night fundraiser. I have found places to rent the equipment but i was wondering if anyone else out there has done one already that could share some of their knowledge. If so, please send me a message! Thanks, 251scout Link to post Share on other sites
Trevorum 24 Posted June 24, 2005 Share Posted June 24, 2005 A very interesting idea, but I'll bet not many folks have experience. I haven't even SEEN a drive-in theater in decades! The only way my kids even know about them is from, well, other movies. But, if you have access to one, it could be billed as a retro, feel-good type thing. Maybe show Lucas's American Graffiti or something similar. Good luck! Link to post Share on other sites
flowerchild 10 Posted June 24, 2005 Share Posted June 24, 2005 I think this is a great idea, especially for a group like ours. My only concern is Copyright restrictions. I don't think you can legally charge someone to see a movie but what if you asked for a donation? Link to post Share on other sites
troop251scout 10 Posted June 24, 2005 Author Share Posted June 24, 2005 The actual Screen, would be an inflatable one similar to the bounce houses and such that you can rent... donations is a good idea because then you dont have to set a price and all of that... Thanks, 251.. Link to post Share on other sites
scoutldr 732 Posted June 24, 2005 Share Posted June 24, 2005 Read the FBI warning on your DVD very carefully ... Link to post Share on other sites
SR540Beaver 116 Posted June 24, 2005 Share Posted June 24, 2005 I always thought the FBI warning said, "Don't get caught!" Trev, We used to have 4 drive-in theatres within 10 miles of my house in Oklahoma City. Only one is still in operation. Link to post Share on other sites
scoutldr 732 Posted June 25, 2005 Share Posted June 25, 2005 Be sure to complete an Application for Unit Fundraising and have it approved by your SE...the general rule is that you must offer a product of value for the money received. In the case of showing a movie in exchange for money, I believe that is generally illegal, unless you are paying royalties to the copyright owners, but I'll let the attorneys in the group address that. It is generally NOT permissible for a unit to solicit donations from the public. Only Council can do that. Link to post Share on other sites
madkins007 10 Posted June 26, 2005 Share Posted June 26, 2005 Sounds like a great idea! I'd charge admission, AND try to run concession stands! You really CANNOT ask for donations. If you can't ask for an admission fee, I'd try some creative alternatives, like selling food, washing windshields, renting comfy chairs, maybe even charging for the parking space or speakers ('you can get in for free, but the parking is $5, or you can rent a chair for $2, and/or a personal speaker for $5' sort of thing). As for legality of charging admission... you said "I have found places to rent the equipment". Just ask them about the actual movies. Most places that rent the gear know the laws and often have what it takes to do so legally (like factoring in the copyright fees into the rentals). I am lucky enough to live not too far from a still-active drive in, and a lot of groups rent the place out for fundraising on the slower nights- fun times! Link to post Share on other sites
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