BECOME A SPONSOR
Check Out Our Exciting Events Coming UP in 2025!!
The Chesapeake Film Festival (CFF) and the Talbot County Free Library are thrilled to announce an exciting new monthly film series, celebrating the library’s 100th Anniversary and CFF’s 18th Season of Our Bay, Our World, Our Festival. This collaborative kick-off event features a captivating lineup of films showcased on select Wednesdays and Saturdays at the Talbot County Free Library’s Main Branch in Easton. Screenings will begin at 6PM for the first three screenings and at 2PM for the June Saturday date, offering perfect midweek & weekend cultural escapes with a wonderful film for younger audiences in June. All films are free and open to the public. No reservations required.
Upcoming Film Highlights & Key Dates:
- March 19: Taste of Things — Celebrate Women’s History Month with this exquisite film starring Juliette Binoche, a tribute to culinary artistry and female empowerment.
- April 30: River — In honor of Earth Day, experience this breathtaking documentary narrated by Willem Dafoe, exploring the vital role of rivers in our ecosystem and culture.
- May 21: Conclave — Dive into the intrigue of this Oscar-nominated film starring Ralph Fiennes and Isabella Rossellini, a gripping narrative of power and secrecy.
- June 21: Wicked — Get ready for a wild and wonderful cinematic journey with this theatrical masterpiece starring Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, and Jeff Goldblum.
Our LIVE Festival events continue on Friday, October 10, 11 and 12 at the Ebenezer Theater, Academy Art Museum and the Talbot County Free Library in downtown Easton, Maryland. Featured will be VIP and Sponsor events, international shorts and features, including narrative, documentary, student and films focusing on the environment and social justice. Filmmakers will be present and will lead discussions and panels about the art of storytelling.
Inclusivity is our hallmark by uniting our audience in a celebration of cinematic achievement. During times of chaos and uncertainty unity is strength. When there is teamwork and collaboration, wonderful things are achieved. Our mission is celebrating film by sharing and strengthening our cultural commitment to our community and the world at large.
With our appreciation, you or your business receive benefits such as a acknowledgement in Festival program, on the CFF website, onscreen and in social media. CFF customizes benefit packages to provide the greatest value to you and your business.
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
“Director” Sponsorship at the $10,000 level
- Twelve tickets ($1,800 value) for special guests to all films in the three-day LIVE Festival including the Saturday night VIP reception at the Ebenezer Theater
- Full-page ad in our printed program & to be distributed at all three-day LIVE Festival films and events
- Full-page ad in our online program on our website
- Your logo featured on our website, in our ongoing e-newsletters throughout the season and onscreen advertising at all Live Festival events
- Your logo featured on our Facebook and Instagram promotions
- Opportunity for company representative to introduce film or films sponsored as appropriate at the Live Festival events
- Option to sponsor a specific showcase of film(s)
- Reserved seating for VIP Guests
“Executive Producer” Sponsor at the $5,000 level
- Eight tickets ($1,200 value) for special guests to all films in the three-day LIVE Festival including the Saturday night VIP reception at the Ebenezer Theater
- Half page ad in our printed program & to be distributed at all three-day LIVE Festival films and events
- Half page ad in our online program on our website
- Your logo featured on our website, in our ongoing e-newsletters throughout the season and onscreen advertising at all Live Festival events
- Your logo featured on our Facebook and Instagram promotions
- Opportunity for company representative to introduce film or films sponsored as appropriate at the Live Festival events
- Option to sponsor a specific showcase of film(s)
“Screen-Writer” Sponsor at the $2,500 level
- Six tickets ($900 value) for special guests to all films in the three-day LIVE Festival including the Saturday night VIP reception at the Ebenezer Theater
- Quarter page ad in our printed program & to be distributed at all three-day LIVE Festival films and events
- Quarter page ad in our online program on our website
- Your logo featured on our website, in our ongoing e-newsletters throughout the season and onscreen advertising at all Live Festival events
- Your logo featured on our Facebook and Instagram promotions
- Option to sponsor a specific showcase of film(s)
“Star/Actor” Sponsorship at the $1,000 level
- Four tickets ($600 value) for special guests to all films in the three-day LIVE Festival including the Saturday night VIP reception at the Ebenezer Theater
- Your logo featured on our website, in our ongoing e-newsletters throughout the season and onscreen advertising at all Live Festival events
- Your logo featured on our Facebook and Instagram promotions
“Cinematographer” Sponsorship at the $500 level
- Two tickets ($300 value) for special guests to all films in the three-day LIVE Festival including the Saturday night VIP reception at the Ebenezer Theater
- Your logo featured on our website, in our ongoing e-newsletters throughout the season and onscreen advertising at all Live Festival events
- Your logo featured on our Facebook and Instagram promotions
Please contact your CFF Development Sponsorship representative or Cid Collins Walker, Executive Director @ artisticdirector@chesapeakefilmfestival.com, (202) 210-8383 with any questions you may have. Thank you!