Membership

Corporate Sponsorship & Membership

Your Sponsorship Empowers Young Voices & Shapes A Brighter Future For Children’s Entertainment By donating to the Coalition for Quality Children's Media, you are investing in: KIDS FIRST! Film Critics: Nurturing the next generation of media-savvy young journalists through hands-on training, mentorship and live assignments. Authentic Film Reviews: Providing trusted ratings and reviews based on viewings by tweens and teens. Global Impact: Reaching over 500,000 young people annually through our world-renowned KIDS FIRST! Film Festival. Advocacy and Outreach: Promoting critical thinking and and inspiring young people to become critical media users. Your Sponsorship Makes a Tangible Difference Corporate Membership: Amplify Your Reach & Impact ($1,000) Elevate your brand and connect with millions of families through a KIDS FIRST! Corporate Membership. Benefits include: Extensive Media Coverage: Submit up to 6 titles annually for review and endorsement. Endorsed titles receive prominent written and video reviews, reaching 2-4 million viewers per review across our website, social media, and YouTube channel. Enhanced Visibility: Your company will be featured on the KIDS FIRST! website with direct purchase links (if applicable), in our newsletter, and across our social media platforms. Press Release Announcement: We'll announce your corporate partnership through a dedicated press release, further expanding your reach. Film Festival Eligibility: Your film will be eligible for inclusion in the KIDS FIRST! Film Festival, with your company listed on the festival Sponsor Page. Invest in Young Voices: Sponsor a KIDS FIRST! Film Critic ($2,500) Empower a young film critic and amplify your brand's reach with a KIDS FIRST! Film Critic Sponsorship. Your $2,500 contribution directly supports a talented teen reporter for an entire year, providing them with invaluable opportunities and giving your company prominent recognition. Benefits include: Exclusive Sponsorship: Be the sole sponsor of a dedicated KIDS FIRST! Film Critic. Review Recognition: Your company will be credited on all reviews published by your sponsored critic for one year, reaching millions of potential viewers. Brand Visibility: Gain prominent placement on the KIDS FIRST! website, in our newsletter, across our social media platforms, and in press materials. Recognition: Your company will be listed on the KIDS FIRST! Sponsors Page. Become a KIDS FIRST! Film Festival Producer Sponsor ($4,000) Elevate your film's visibility and connect with key industry players through a Producer Sponsorship at the KIDS FIRST! Film Festival. Your $4,000 contribution provides invaluable marketing exposure and strategic opportunities, including: Premier Screening: Your film will be showcased in a prominent screening slot (subject to availability). Enhanced Marketing: Benefit from targeted marketing efforts to promote your film to our engaged audience of families and industry professionals. Brand Alignment: Align your film with KIDS FIRST!'s trusted reputation for promoting positive, family-friendly content. Industry Access: Participate in exclusive industry events and network with filmmakers, distributors, and other key contacts. Client Hosting: Host a special screening or event for your own clients, leveraging the festival platform. Silver Sponsorship: Amplify Your Brand at KIDS FIRST! ($10,000) Become a Silver Sponsor and gain prominent recognition at the KIDS FIRST! Film Festival. Your $10,000 investment offers a range of high-impact opportunities to showcase your brand and connect with our engaged audience: Title Sponsorship Opportunities: Choose from several options, including naming rights for a specific venue, a film category (e.g., animation, documentary), or the online festival component. Premier Screening: Your film will be showcased in a prominent screening slot, such as opening or closing night (subject to availability). Award Sponsorship: Enhance your brand's prestige by sponsoring one or more festival awards. Exclusive Film Benefits: Enjoy the benefits of targeted marketing support, alignment with KIDS FIRST!'s trusted brand, access to industry networking events, and the opportunity to host a special client screening. Gold Sponsorship: Maximize Your Impact at KIDS FIRST! ($20,000) Elevate your brand and engage deeply with our audience as a KIDS FIRST! Film Festival Gold Sponsor. Your $20,000 investment unlocks a comprehensive suite of high-impact opportunities: Targeted Sponsorships: Choose from a range of options, including venue, film category (e.g., animation, documentary), or online festival naming rights. Premier Screening: Showcase your film in a prominent slot, such as opening or closing night (subject to availability). Award Sponsorship: Enhance your brand's prestige by sponsoring festival awards. Filmmaker/Project Sponsorship: Align your company with a specific filmmaker or project, potentially including product placement opportunities. Social Media Sponsorship: Reach our online audience through targeted social media campaigns. Travel Sponsorship: Support travel for high-profile filmmakers and guests, gaining recognition for your contribution. Festival Pass Sponsorship: Increase brand visibility by sponsoring the point of purchase for festival passes. Panel Sponsorship: Host a panel discussion with industry experts, positioning your brand as a thought leader. Product Placement: Integrate your products into the festival experience for high visibility and brand association. We have flexible packages to fit your needs. If you are ready to get started, please contact us to schedule an initial meeting. We can alway add benefits such as: Interviews with your film's talent featured on our YouTube channel, blogs, and other social media. Place an ad in our weekly newsletter. A banner ad for your title in our weekly newsletter. Discounts on reviews of your newest film or digital releases. Product placement, costumed character appearance at select KIDS FIRST! Film Festivals. More businesses are realizing the social and economic benefits of strategic nonprofit partnerships. We are interested in partnering with companies that have solid brand images and reputations, whether they are in the entertainment business or something else. We look for industry leaders that can make a corporate contribution and/or engage its employees and leadership, locally and nationally. Thanks for your interest in Coalition for Quality Children's Media. There are many reasons to sponsor our KIDS FIRST! programs and we look forward to finding the right opportunity for your company. Becoming a Corporate Sponsor does not guarantee an endorsement of a company’s product; all of our KIDS FIRST! reviews are conducted by independent adult and youth reviewers. KIDS FIRST! does not sell any of the products that it reviews, but we can provide links to sites where products can be purchased. KIDS FIRST! does not receive a part of those sales.








	"The KIDS FIRST! Film Critics are inspiring young voices who bring fresh perspectives to the movies and TV shows they report on, showcasing enthusiasm and creativity to each title. Their reviews are a blend of honesty and expertise, and their interviews are professional and usually the highlight of the press day. It’s my pleasure to work with them for every one of my family titles." - Nikki Stefansen, Founder/Owner, TallGirl PR "We recommend KIDS FIRST! to all of our clients who are producing or distributing children's entertainment content. I can't think of a better value, especially for newly launching TV and DVD properties. KIDS FIRST! generates impactful, meaningful visibility on a grassroots level and beyond - and it's totally turn key!" - Alan Winnikoff, Sayles & Winnikoff Communications "KIDS FIRST! is an important voice and influencer to kids and parents for youth and family programming and an essential ingredient in our efforts to effectively target content to family & kids audiences." Andy Siditsky, CMO, Air Bud Entertainment There are multiple reasons that speak to the reasons to sponsor KIDS FIRST!, most importantly, we are vested in promoting the types of programs – films and digital media – that your company is producing. Our reviews reach over 4 million people ever month through our website, blogs, social media and partnerships with other online and print publications. We reach kids, parents, educators and other concerned adults where they spend their time, whether its online or in print. 71% of employees say it is very important to work for an employer that supports a culture of giving and volunteering. America’s Charities Snapshot Employee Donor Research 92% of employees who work at a socially responsible company say they would be more likely to recommend their employer to those in their network looking for a job. Porter Novelli 87% of consumers are more likely to buy a product from a company that advocates for a social issue they care about. Cone Communications CSR Study
	Why your company should sponsor the KIDS FIRST! Film Festival The KIDS FIRST! Film Festival attracts passionate cinephiles, kids and families, a well-defined demographic for your brand to target with marketing efforts. Associating with the KIDS FIRST! Film Festival elevates your company's image by linking it with creativity, innovation, and artistic merit. You can utilize various marketing channels at the KIDS FIRST! Film Festival with on-site branding, social media campaigns, networking events, and exclusive screenings to promote your products or services. Supporting the KIDS FIRST! Film Festival demonstrates your company's commitment to the community and can foster positive relationships with potential customers. KIDS FIRST! Film Festivals provide a platform to connect with filmmakers, industry professionals, and other potential partners.