How can you support our work?

The Roxy Theater has a long history of bringing together Hamilton through the transformative power of cinema. We’re working together to bring cinema back to the community, by the community.

Our Vision:

As a community-led non-profit organization, we are working to purchase, renovate, and open a downtown Hamilton movie theater for a new generation. The space will also serve as a location for cinema, live music and theater performances. Once opened, the theater will generate revenue to support cinema operations and educational programming.

But first, we need your support to get it off the ground.

How We’re Funding the Future

Hamilton Community Cinema is building a strong, sustainable financial foundation through a combination of community support, grants, partnerships, and long-term planning. Our approach is designed to ensure that the theater can open responsibly, operate sustainably, and remain accessible to the community for years to come.

A Community-Powered Effort

This project is rooted in community investment. Our fundraising efforts prioritize grassroots support, relationship-based giving, and opportunities for people at every level to participate in bringing cinema back to downtown Hamilton. From monthly donors to volunteers and advocates, this is a shared effort.

Phased, Thoughtful Growth

Our fundraising plan is intentionally phased. We are focusing first on securing the building and preparing it for use, while planning ahead for future improvements and programming. This approach allows us to move forward thoughtfully as we gather expert guidance and refine next steps.

Diversifying Support for Long-Term Sustainability

Hamilton Community Cinema is pursuing a diverse mix of funding sources, including individual donations, foundation support, community events, and partnerships. This diversification helps ensure long-term stability and reduces reliance on any single funding stream.

Transparency and Stewardship

We are committed to responsible stewardship and transparency throughout this process. As plans are finalized and timelines become clearer, we will continue to share updates with our supporters and community about progress, priorities, and ways to get involved.

Join Us

There are many ways to support Hamilton Community Cinema—through donations, volunteering, attending events, or simply spreading the word. Every form of support helps move this vision forward and strengthens our ability to reopen a non-profit, community-centered cinema in Hamilton.