Donate & Support

Celebrate Cinema

Your support helps SFF bring great films and events to Stratford all year long! As a registered Ontario non-profit, every donation goes directly toward programming, operations, and community engagement. By donating, you’re not only helping us share powerful stories—you’re also investing in arts, culture, and community here in Stratford.

Audience seated in a historic Stratford theatre watching a presentation during a film or community event.
Close-up of a small event table with red roses, a golden lamp, and festival programs arranged at a Stratford Film Festival reception.

Please note: Stratford Film Festival is a registered non-profit organization but not a registered charity. Tax reciepts will be issued from Hermione Presents~SpringWorks Festival.

Become a Sponsor

Become an InnKeeper Sponsor – donate overnight stays at your B&B, AirBnB, or hotel for our visiting filmmakers and special guests

Become a Popcorn Sponsor – we supply free popcorn at every screening; help us keep this up!

Sponsor our Venue – donate $500 to help offset some of the cost of our venue rental.

Sponsor a Filmmaker Visit – $750 to offset travel and accommodations.

Sponsor an Individual Film – $1500 (or pull together a group of friends to all chip in).

Have your business become an Official SFF Sponsor – different financial levels available.

Become a Hospitality Sponsor – help offset the costs of one of our receptions.

Become an Official Underwriter – let’s talk!

Attend & Buy

Purchase an individual ticket for a festival showing.

Purchase a 1, 2, 3, or 4-day Festival Pass.

Purchase an Annual Pass (includes monthly film series and 2026 Film Festival)

Purchase an “I Want It All” VIP Pass (includes monthly film series, 2026 Film Festival, all parties, and special events throughout the year)

Gather some friends for an upcoming film.

Spread the Word

Like and follow us on Instagram and Facebook

Word of mouth – tell your family, friends, colleagues, and customers about SFF.

Put up a poster in your office or place of work.

Place a stack of SFF festival schedules and/or postcards in your workplace.