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Keep Black LGBTQ+ Art Free for Everyone

Black Alphabet is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Donations and community partners fund nearly everything we do, which is why most of our programs are free or ask only a small suggested donation. Cost should never keep anyone from art that affirms them. Your gift keeps our doors open to everyone, regardless of ability to pay.

Donations are tax-deductible. EIN 46-4578118.

Make a Donation

Sponsor Black Alphabet Film Festival 2026

Why Sponsor Black Alphabet Film Festival?

You get to partner with a movement that amplifies Black LGBTQ+ voices through film.

The Black Alphabet Film Festival (BAFF) is a platform for visibility, storytelling, and social change. With a loyal and engaged audience, BAFF offers sponsors meaningful brand activations and cultural impact.

 

Our Audience

  • 1,500 attendees across Chicago, Cincinnati, and virtually in 2024

  • 250K+ impressions during festival month (October)

  • 80% LGBTQ+, 90% Black/POC

  • Trendsetters, educated, socially conscious

 

Sponsorship Opportunities

 

Presenting Sponsor – $20,000
City-wide branding, VIP “Presented by” credit on all materials, press inclusion, speaking opportunity at Opening Night

 

City Host Sponsor – $7,500
Branding in one city, logo on website and printed materials, social media spotlights, Opening Party co-branding opportunity

 

Film Block Sponsor – $2,500
Named film screening block, logo placement before film block, 30-sec video ad before selected screenings

 

Community Sponsor – $500
Logo placement in the digital program and social media post thanking your support

Custom Packages Available
Let’s co-create something aligned with your goals and our audience’s experience.

 

Activation Ideas

  • “Presented by” branding for Opening Party

  • Sponsor-named film screening blocks

  • Brand logo on step-and-repeat or festival sizzle reel

  • Co-hosted panel discussions or filmmaker talkbacks

  • Product placement in virtual or physical welcome kits

 

Partner Testimonials

"Working with BAFF gave our brand authentic visibility in a vibrant, loyal community."
— AHF, Past Sponsor

 

Next Steps

  1. Choose your sponsorship level

  2. Customize your activation with our team

  3. Engage an impactful and loyal audience

Ready to talk? Email info@blackalphabet.org and we'll build a package around your goals.

Funders

Thank you to the following organizations for your ongoing support of Black Alphabet.

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