year MAY 29 - JUNE 2, 2019
Be a Part of It! year MAY 29 - JUNE 2, 2019 Domestic and International Film Premieres and Screenings Panels with Industry Talent Year 5 Anniversary Party Changemaker Gala VIP Lounge Filmmaker Awards Free Community Events Special Programs and Networking Events Throughout the Year Events held in Greenwich, CT
World Class Film Festival with 70+ Events 10,000 Attendees in the commuity and beyond $450,000+ raised for charity partners Social Impact Focus $120,000 awarded to filmmakers 4.5 Billion media impressions to date Greenwich International Film Festival is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that bridges the worlds of film, finance and philanthropy through a world-class film festival and special programs throughout the year. GIFF harnesses the power of film to serve the greater good.
Attract Star power GIFF attracts top talent from the film and entertainment industry including: (Clockwise) Christy Turlington Burns, Sophia Bush, Kathie Lee Gifford, Kristin Davis, Ryan Eggold, Ashley Judd, Harry Belafonte, Abigail Breslin, Freida Pinto, John Turturro, Flo Rida, Tony Goldwyn, Ms. Lauryn Hill, Jenna Bush Hager, Will Arnett. (Not pictured) Renee Zellweger, Toni Collette, Trudie Styler, Regis Philbin, Michael Strahan, Colin Hanks, Rob Burnett, Alysia Reiner, Mark Teixeira, John v, Kelly Rohrbach, Neel Sethi, Peyton List, Calum Worthy, Mike Greenberg, Gretchen Carlson, Hannah Storm, Neil Burger, Allan Houston, Nick Kroll, Hoda Kotb, David Levien, Chris Russo, Ryen Russillo, Kyle Martino, Paul Shaffer, Tim Herlihy, James Ivory, Bryan Tucker and more.
Watch star-studded Premieres & Award Winning Films I, Tonya, Leave No Trace, In The Fade, Won t You Be My Neighbor, The Price of Everything, Beirut, Eighth Grade, Three Identicial Strangers, American Animals, Chef Flynn, The Dawn Wall, Crime + Punishment, Generation Wealth, One Vote, Summertime, California No., Sammy Davis, Jr.: I ve Gotta Be Me
99% say they hope to attend GIFF in the future and would recommend to a friend 50% of our audience is more likely to use the products and services of a GIFF Sponsor Connect with our audience GIFF attracts an audience of celebrities, filmmakers, influencers, journalists, and art lovers from Connecticut, New York, and beyond. Our audience is highly educated, loyal, has many interests and a high disposable income. 32% have a household income over $300,000 65% have a household income over $100,000 93% 49% Greenwich Residents have a college degree 21% Greater CT Residents 30% Out of State Residents 45% 9% : 18-24 yrs 28% : 45-54 yrs have a graduate degree 11% : 25-34 yrs 20% : 35-44 yrs 21% : 55-64 yrs 21% : 65+ yrs It was such a pleasure to screen at GIFF. You are a dream to work with. I was especially amazed by the audience reaction too. So glad to have been able to open their minds just a little bit. ~ James Lester, Director
Extend your reach with Media Impact Instagram: 32,000 Twitter: 10,000 Facebook: 13,000 4.5 Billion Media Impressions
GIFF has raised over $450,000 to date for charities including: Give back to charity partners GIFF acts as a platform for a variety of charity partners, extending their reach to our audience members. GIFF supports these charities with a portion of proceeds, but also promotes them through advertising materials during the festival. ALSA Americares Every Mother Counts Maria Fareri Children s Hospital Family Centers U.S. Fund for UNICEF Girl Rising Community Access NCADV Rainforest Fund Boys & Girls Club Waterside School UNFPA Stunned by the kindness just received thank you all. Can assure you that it will be matched by efforts equally full. Congrats on all accomplished, all given and all shared. You truly have built something special... ~ Duncan Edwards, Executive Director, Waterside School
Support Filmmakers with Grants & Awards GIFF supports talented filmmakers with cash awards each year in the following categories: Best Social Impact Film Best Narrative Feature Best Documentary Feature Best Narrative Short Best Documentary Short Connecticut Best Short Film *Underwriting opportunities for the awards are available upon request We re absolutely thrilled by the news of winning your highest award. It was a pleasure to screen with GIFF and we also had some really nice extended conversations with your audience following the screening. ~Steve Maing, Director of CRIME + PUNISHMENT
Become a Sponsor
Title Sponsorship Become the Title Sponsor of the Festival Films Sponsor a film premiere with speaking and branding opportunities Additional Opportunities Sampling & Gifting Client entertainment package Showcase your Brand Panels Present a thought-provoking panel and/or host a Meet & Greet reception with panelists Advertising On screen ad, Official program ad, Custom social media campaign Box Office GIFF s Box Office opens in downtown Greenwich a month before the Festival. Become a sponsor or host an event or brand display. Sponsorships give your company an opportunity to access GIFF s sophisticated audience. We work with your team to customize a proposal that meets your objectives and showcases your brand in a way that makes a memorable impression on our audience. Packages can include a varity of benefits. Pricing is available upon request. Events Present a signature Festival event such as: 5-Year Anniversary Party, Changemaker Gala, Filmmaker Party VIP Lounge Present the VIP Lounge where celebrities and VIP guests relax and network at the Festival Receptions Host a reception with our audience Awards Underwrite and present one of the filmmaker or honoree awards
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Be a Part of High Profile Events
Year 5 Anniversary Party The largest and most exciting star-studded event of the festival 1,000+ Attendees Film Awards, including Best Social Impact Film, presented by top talent. Past presenters include: Ryan Eggold, Sophia Bush, Kristin Davis, Jenna Bush Hager Concert performance. Past performers include: Ms. Lauryn Hill, Flo Rida and John Popper of Blues Traveler Open bar VIP Lounge for top passholders and celebrity/vip guests Sponsorships available: Presenter or Co-Presenter Brand Display Advertising VIP Lounge, Sampling, Awards Underwriting
The most prestigious event of the festival for 300+ VIP attendees Seated black tie awards dinner honoring humanitarians who have used their voice for positive social change Cocktail reception including Meet & Greet with the Changemaker Honorees Past honorees: Ashley Judd, Renee Zellweger, Christy Turlington Burns, Freida Pinto, Trudie Styler, Abigail Breslin, Harry Belafonte Community Changemaker honors a community member for his/her philanthropic accomplishments Past Master of Ceremonies: Kathie Lee Gifford, Regis Philbin, Jenna Bush Hager Sponsorships available: Event Presenter or Co-Presenter Awards Underwriter
Insightful Panels Present one of GIFF s thought provoking panels 200-350 attendees Past topics have included: Live From CT: A Discussion with Saturday Night Live Writers Producing Sports Female Directors Panel Changing Face of Film Distribution Spotlight on Tony Goldwyn Spotlight on James Ivory GIFF will work with your team to develop panel content Sponsorship opportunities Includes major branding, speaking and sampling opportunities, as well as a Meet & Greet with panelists
Filmmaker party A casual reception that offers networking opportunities for the film talent, VIP guests and media 250 Attendees Includes a cocktail reception, deejay and light food Held after the Saturday Centerpiece Film Sponsorships available: Presenter or Co-Presenter of a Panel Sampling and speaking opportunities Meet & Greet reception with panelists I wanted to say thank you once again for an absolutely lovely experience this weekend. We had a blast, and the festival was amazing! Thank you for making me and the film feel so special. ~ Ned Ehrbar, Director of CALIFORNIA NO.
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