Sponsorship Opportunities

Partner with the Gary International Black Film Festival (GIBFF) and align your brand with creativity, culture, and community. While the festival centers Black stories and storytellers, it welcomes all audiences who are inspired by and curious about the richness of Black culture.

Your sponsorship connects you to film lovers, community leaders, and culture-seekers across Northwest Indiana, Chicagoland, and beyond — all drawn to stories that inform, entertain, and inspire.

Why Sponsor the Festival

For more than a decade, the Gary International Black Film Festival has brought together artists, audiences, and advocates who believe in the power of film to transform communities and expand perspectives.

As a sponsor, you’ll gain high-visibility branding through media, digital, and in-person events — and the opportunity to associate your company with authentic storytelling, creativity, and social impact.

Your partnership helps GIBFF bring filmmakers to Gary to engage with audiences and share their creative process, highlight community leaders and cultural innovators through awards and public recognition, and sustain educational and mentorship programs that nurture emerging Black filmmakers. Together, we’ll continue to amplify stories that inspire, challenge, and connect us all.

🎬 Presenting Sponsor – $25,000+

Be at the center of it all. Recognized as Presenting Sponsor across all festival materials, with the opportunity to speak and present an award during Opening or Closing Night. Includes premier logo placement on the website, press materials, and step-and-repeat; branded activation (VIP lounge, audience award, or film block); ten (10) VIP All-Access Passes; and year-round recognition across programs and marketing campaigns.
Become a Presenting Sponsor

🌟 Gold Sponsor – $10,000

Make a bold statement of support. Includes featured logo placement on the website, program, and select print materials; verbal recognition during major events; one branded activation (photo booth, panel, or film block); six (6) VIP All-Access Passes; and year-round recognition across select programs.
Join as a Gold Sponsor

🎥 Silver Sponsor – $5,000

Visible, valued, and community-minded. Includes logo on the website and event signage; mention in festival press release and social media; four (4) All-Access Festival Passes; and year-round recognition through GIBFF programming.
Become a Silver Sponsor

🍿 Bronze Sponsor – $2,500

Shine a spotlight on your brand during festival week. Includes logo placement on the website and festival signage; recognition during one film block or panel discussion; two (2) All-Access Passes; and festival-only benefits.
Join as a Bronze Sponsor

❤️ Community Partner – $1,000

Rooted in Gary, powered by you. Includes logo placement on the website and digital program; recognition on social media and thank-you eblast; two (2) Film Block Passes; and festival-only benefits.
Become a Community Partner

✊🏾 Friend of the Festival – $500

Every contribution makes a difference. Includes name listing on the website and in the digital program; social media acknowledgment; one (1) Film Block Pass; and festival-only benefits.
Join as a Friend of the Festival

Make Your Impact

Sponsorships at $5,000 and above include recognition across GIBFF’s year-round programming, such as Virtual Tuesdays (our online film and chat series), the Reel Rundown Fellowship (emerging filmmaker mentorship), and community pop-ups and collaborations.

By supporting GIBFF, you help elevate Black storytelling while engaging diverse audiences who celebrate the beauty, depth, and influence of Black culture. Your investment ensures these stories continue to inspire, challenge, and unite us all — long after the festival lights fade.

Have questions or ready to start your sponsorship journey?
Contact our Sponsorship Team to explore the partnership level that best aligns with your goals.

Let’s Talk!