Partner With FAAAF
Sponsoring the Foundation for the Augmentation of African Americans in Film is an investment in creativity, culture, and community. Your support helps us uplift Black and BIPOC filmmakers, expand access to film education, and bring powerful stories to audiences across the region and beyond.
Through our festivals, awards programs, youth initiatives, and community partnerships, FAAAF provides year-round opportunities for sponsors to connect with diverse audiences and support meaningful cultural impact.
Why Sponsor FAAAF
Reach Engaged Audiences
Our programs attract filmmakers, industry professionals, students, families, educators, and cultural leaders.
Support Emerging Talent
Your sponsorship helps develop filmmakers, youth creators, and storytellers at every stage.
Strengthen Community Impact
Partners help us expand film education and creative programming throughout Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia.
Align With Cultural Excellence
Sponsor events and programs that honor, elevate, and celebrate Black storytelling.
Sponsorship Opportunities
LightReel Film Festival (June)
A four-day celebration of film, culture, and creative exchange. Sponsor screenings, panels, receptions, youth programs, or hospitality activations.
Pantheon Awards (November)
Celebrating lifetime achievement and cultural impact. Opportunities include presenting sponsor and event partners.
Black Reel Awards (February)
Recognizing excellence in Black cinema for 26 years. Opportunities include ceremony sponsorship, branded segments, and hospitality.
LightReel Film Series
Monthly screenings and community events that bring diverse stories to audiences year-round.
Black Reel Television Awards (August)
Honoring Black excellence in television. Includes presenting sponsor levels, category awards, and production support.
Youth & Education Programs
Support Reel Kids, Producers Institute, and community workshops for students and emerging filmmakers.
Sponsorship Benefits
We offer custom sponsorship packages that include visibility, event activation, branded engagement, and community impact opportunities. Benefits may include logo placement, on-site activation, media inclusion, social media coverage, VIP access, and opportunities to directly support youth and emerging creators.
Let’s Build Something Meaningful Together
FAAAF welcomes corporate, foundation, nonprofit, and community partners who believe in the power of storytelling. We will work with you to build a custom sponsorship package that aligns with your mission and delivers meaningful impact.