Spanning across six days or more, BWiFF showcases over 30 films, filmmaker interviews, special film premieres, and post screening hangouts. Each selected film has one thing in common: a strong, powerful character-driven story.
Films are shown consecutively throughout the event at Classic Cinemas Elk Grove XQ, 1050 Elk Grove Town Center, in Elk Grove Village, Illinois (a close northwest suburb of Chicago). This format allows audience members to experience each selection without having to choose between screenings. BWiFF is proud to have fostered a community of avid movie fans and filmmakers. Attendees can discuss the films with the filmmakers, who are often in attendance at the festival.
Presenting Sponsor will receive prominent recognition for their contribution by having their name included in the event’s official name. All marketing assets will feature the Presenting Sponsor’s logo. Additionally, the Presenting Sponsor is provided the opportunity to connect with festival audiences through on-site interaction. In addition to having promotional material on display in the lobby throughout the festival, Presenting Sponsor representatives are invited to have an exclusive sponsor table in the lobby for every night of the festival.
Awards Sponsor will receive the opportunity to have their logo featured on each of the 2025 Blue Glass Awards and have their name included in the award’s official name. During the awards livestream, the Award Sponsor’s logo will be featured on screen frequently throughout the presentation with a link in the description.
Businesses and individuals looking to show their support with recognition in the festival slideshow and digital program guide are encouraged to become Supporting Sponsors.
Questions? Please contact us.
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Sponsorship Packages
Presenting Sponsor
- Sponsor Name/Logo Featured in Festival Name/Art: "BWiFF 2025 presented by [SPONSOR NAME]"
- 15-30 Second Sponsorship Recognition Video to Play Before All Screening Sessions
- Exclusive Sponsor Table Space in Lobby
- Customized Social Media Post Recognition on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram
- Name/Logo on Website with link and in Digital Program Guide
- Ten (10) Complimentary Festival Passes
Awards Sponsor
- Sponsor Name/Logo Featured in Award Name/Art: "2025 [SPONSOR NAME] Blue Glass Award"
- 15-30 Second Sponsorship Recognition Video to Play Before Awards Livestream
- Customized Social Media Post Recognition on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram
- Name/Logo in Festival Slideshow
- Name/Logo on Website with link and in Digital Program Guide as Blue Glass Awards Sponsor
- Four (4) Complimentary Festival Passes
Supporting Sponsor
- Name/Logo in Festival Slideshow
- Name/Logo on Website with link and in Digital Program Guide as Supporting Sponsor
Many Thanks To
Past Partners & Sponsors
101.9fm The MIX
Allstate – Jim Defrancesca
Ameriprise Financial – Paul Donato
Color Nation
Columbia College Chicago
FilmFreeway
Foxhole Creative®
Hello Thai
Illinois Film Office
M13 Graphics
Moats Office Properties
Nicholas & Associates
Ross Law Firm, Ltd.
Sarofsky
Wedoff Photography