Help Us  Empower    Creators 
& Celebrate Independent Film

At The Reel Collective and the Hub City Film Festival, we believe in the power of storytelling to change lives and inspire communities. Your support enables us to continue offering filmmakers a platform to showcase their work and build meaningful connections. By contributing, you’re helping foster a creative environment where films are made, shared, and celebrated.

Sponsorship Tiers

Community Sponsor – $50+

  • Name listed on website and printed program

  • Group social media thank-you post

  • 1 Festival Ticket

Festival Friend – $150+

  • All of the above, plus:

  • 2 Festival Tickets

Award Sponsor – $500+

  • 4 All-Access Festival Passes

  • Naming rights to a major award

  • Verbal thank-you at the awards ceremony

  • Individual social media shoutout

  • Logo on website and printed program

Event Sponsor – $1,000+

  • All of the above, plus:

  • 6 All-Access Passes

  • Logo featured on signage and digital displays

  • Recognition at Opening Night or Awards event

  • Personalized sponsor feature on social media

Title Sponsor – $2,500+

  • All of the above, plus:

  • 8 All-Access Passes

  • Prominent logo placement on all festival materials

  • Custom branding opportunity during screenings

  • Acknowledgment in press and promo videos

  • First right of refusal for 2026 Title Sponsorship

Even if a formal sponsorship isn’t the right fit, donations of any size are deeply appreciated. You can choose to:

  • Donate to the Festival
    Help fund screening costs, equipment, programming, and local outreach.

  • Donate to a Specific Film
    Support a filmmaker’s journey through production, post, or distribution.

  • Donate to The Reel Collective
    Fuel year-round creative workshops, mentorships, and filmmaker support.

  • Make a General Donation
    Support our full mission: storytelling, connection, and cultural impact.

Every dollar makes a difference. You're directly supporting independent film in Tennessee.

Tax & Transparency Notice

The Reel Collective and Hub City Film Festival are not 501(c)(3) organizations. While donations are not tax-deductible, they go directly toward empowering filmmakers and fairly compensating artists and collaborators. We are transparent, grassroots, and community-driven. Thank you for believing in what we’re building.

Donate Today & Be Part of the Creative Movement!

By donating, you're directly fueling the future of independent film. Whether you’re supporting a film project, the festival, or our collective mission, your contribution makes a world of difference. We appreciate your support!

THANK YOU!!

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