About Us
Mission:
MTGIFF honors the vision of Michael Evan Deitzler by celebrating independent film and bringing diverse storytellers together in the historically artistic Mount Gretna community.
Vision:
MTGIFF is a cultural cornerstone where film is valued as a vital part of the arts in Mount Gretna and beyond.
Core Values:
MtGIFF is where audiences and filmmakers come together to experience our heart, our hospitality, and to party on our porches. We are creative, open-hearted and snappy.
We believe that an extraordinary film festival includes:
A diverse, inspiring, highest-quality film program.
Heartfelt hospitality
Lively gatherings and unforgettable celebrations
Learning opportunities for audiences and filmmakers
Spaces for networking
A feeling of belonging and acceptance
Support for collective well being
Board Of Directors
Vicki Deitzler
Deb Phillipy
Cathy Krick
Executive Committee
Vicki Deitzler
Mike Deitzler
Cathy Krick
Ann Marie Koslowski
Deb Phillipy
Jeff Zufelt
Our Staff and Volunteers
Claire de Boer
Director
Emma Forster
Jury Lead
Richard Herskowitz
Independent Consultant
Kerry Royer
Art Show Liaison
Carree Bouchette
Marketing Coordinator
Jeanne Arnold
Richelle Arnold
Luke Arnold
Simone Banks
Deb Berini
Sue Coleman
Austin Deitzler
Emma Forster
Tammy Forster
Jim Fox
Heather Frattaroli
Phil Fretz
Max Hunsicker
Meredith Hunter
Brandon Keeton
Ann Marie Koslowski
Ed Kosoff
Jess Kosoff
Brenda Kreamer
Christian Kreamer
Cathy Krick
Ed Krick
Adam Kuhn
Zach Leffler
Tanya Mann
Dave Phillipy
Deb Phillipy
Eva Richardson
Lani Rooney
Finn Royer
Kerry Royer
Ginny Sanger
Jennifer Schlener
Jeff Spangler
Stone Stafford
Victoria Willis
Jeff Zufelt
