Three Dollar Bill Cinema

GiveBIG 2025 in support local Seattle queer film organization 

Since 1996, Three Dollar Bill Cinema has been bringing queer stories to the big screen—bold, unapologetic, and made for us.

Thirty years later, we’re still here, still rolling film, and still as queer as a three-dollar bill.

To mark the occasion, we’re launching $30K for 30 Years—a campaign to raise $30,000 during GiveBIG to ensure the next generation of queer and trans film thrives in Seattle.

Your donation keeps our screens lit. Your voice keeps our community loud. Your support keeps our legacy alive.

Give now. Give loud. Give BIG.

ABOUT US

Three Dollar Bill Cinema provides access to films by, for, and about lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) people and their families, and a forum for LGBTQ+ filmmakers to share and discuss their work with audiences. We curate themed screenings throughout the year and produce programs in partnership with other arts, cultural, and service delivery organizations in the Greater Seattle area. 

Three Dollar Bill Cinema has a special place in Seattle's art scene. It is the only queer LGBTQ+ cinema organization run by and for LGBTQ+ artists, filmmakers, educators, activists, youth, and volunteers. We are supported by the larger LGBTQ+ community and our allies. Our goal in the next few years is to cultivate LGBTQ+ talent, expand creative ideas in programming, and broaden outreach to new audiences.

TDBC's Queer & Trans Film Festival 2025

Get ready to party like it's 1996! Three Dollar Bill Cinema proudly presents the Queer & Trans Film Festival 2025, happening July 10–12 at the Broadway Performance Hall and Erickson Theater.

This milestone year marks our 30th anniversary of spotlighting queer stories and our 20th anniversary of showcasing trans narratives on screen. We’re revisiting some of the most beloved films from past festivals, honoring the stories that have moved and inspired us over the years.

Which means we’re bringing together the best of the Seattle Queer Film Festival and TRANSlations Film Festival to create one incredible event: the Queer & Trans Film Festival—a celebration of the films that have shaped our festivals’ legacy. A unified festival means a bigger stage to amplify queer and trans voices, ensuring these stories continue to be seen and celebrated. Expect all the unforgettable parties, panels, and community gatherings that make our festival a can’t-miss experience.

While we won’t have a virtual festival this year, we’re exploring new ways to engage online, from podcasts to potential streaming opportunities.

Join us as we continue to champion authentic storytelling, amplify queer and trans voices, and celebrate the power of film to connect and transform. Save the festival dates and stay tuned for our film lineup, special guests, parties, ticket details, and more!