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

Deb Berini

Austin Deitzler

Emma Forster

Tammy Forster

Heather Frattaroli

Max Hunsicker

Ed Kosoff

Jess Kosoff

Brenda Kreamer

Christian Kreamer

Ed Krick

Adam Kuhn

Zach Leffler

Tanya Mann

Dave Phillipy

Deb Phillipy

Lani Rooney

Jennifer Schlener

Ginny Sanger

Jeff Spangler

Deb Tomazin

Emily Yoder

Marie Zufelt

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