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San Diego International Film Festival

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October 15-19, 2025

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JOIN THE PATRON CIRCLE

Support the Power of film to change the world.

As a San Diego Film Foundation Patron, enjoy benefits, access and recognitions throughout the year. Play a leading role in providing opportunities to explore social impact topics through film, conversation and curriculum.

Become A Patron

ENJOY AN ELEVATED FESTIVAL EXPERIENCE.

From our renowned International Film Festival to community screenings and an educational program that impacts hundreds of kids each year we create opportunities in our community to build empathy and connection through film.

Chairman’s Circle – $20,000 to $50,000

All benefits of the Director Circle, Producer Circle and A-List Circle plus:

  • Recognized as a Presenting underwriter of Focus On Impact Educational Program Including all film tours and residencies
  • Recognized in the Festival Program as the Presenting Underwriter of Focus On Impact Educational Program
  • Opportunity to present a Film Festival Filmmaker Award
  • Walk the Red Carpet – San Diego Intl Film Festival Variety’s Night of the Stars Tribute

Patrons above $10,000+ receive a personalized recognition package. 

A-List Circle – $10,000 to $19,999

All benefits of the Director Circle and Producer Circle plus:

  • Recognized as an underwriter for the Focus On Impact Educational Program
  • Recognized as an underwriter for a San Diego International Film Festival Feature Film
  • Recognized as an underwriter for the Film Festival Filmmaker Awards
  • Private preview event with Executive and Artistic Director Tonya Mantooth to review the film selections of the San Diego International Film Festival
  • Walk the Red Carpet – San Diego International Film Festival Opening Night
Producer Circle – $5,000 to $9,999

All benefits of the Director Circle plus:

  • 2 Patron Circle All Access Passes
  • Recognized as an underwriter for a San Diego International Film Festival Feature Film
  • Concierge Service for the Film Festival
  • Personalized Director’s Chair
  • 2 VIP Fest Passes
  • 2 Guest Tickets Film Insider Series Screenings (Feb-July)
Director’s Circle – $2,500 to $4,999
  • 1 Patron Circle All Access Pass to San Diego International Film Festival
  • Priority Reservations and Reserved Seating
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    • Film Insider Series
  • Invitation to exclusive Chairman’s Reception prior to the Night of the Stars Tribute and seating at the Tribute in the Chairman’s section
  • Dedicated Customer Service Representative during the Film Festival
  • Recognition online, in print, on screen
  • Private Patron Events
  • Tax Deductible Contribution

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BEYOND THE RED CARPET

HELP MAKE A DIFFERENCE THROUGH FILM

• San Diego Intl Film Festival (October)
• FOCUS on Impact Film Tour (School Year)
• Screenings, Panels and Special Events (In-Person)

FOCUS ON IMPACT FILM TOUR

AS A FILMMAKER YOU ALWAYS WONDER WHAT THE IMPACT IS… AND YOU WONDER HOW IT MIGHT AFFECT PEOPLE. TO SEE KIDS REACT and be ENGAGEd, has BEEN AMAZING!

THOMAS MORGAN, Director

SAN DIEGO FILM FOUNDATION

The Film Foundation Patron Circle is front and center throughout the Festival hosting Filmmakers from around the world, chairing Gala Red Carpet events and providing access for Panels and Student Programs.

SHARING THE POWER OF PERSPECTIVE

WHAT BRINGS US TOGETHER IS THE HUMAN CONNECTION, AND FILM CAN BE THE CATALYST TO START THE CONVERSATION.

TONYA MANTOOTH, CEO & Artistic Director, San Diego International Film Festival

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The San Diego International Film Festival is a 501c.3 non-profit arts and education organization that provides a year-round global narrative through film screenings, as well as a world-renowned annual Film Festival each October. 

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