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An Evening That Brings the Creative Community Together.

Inspired by the independent film Jack in the Box, Christmas Wishes & Hollywood Kisses will bring film, fashion, music, and philanthropy into one holiday celebration. The evening includes red carpet arrivals, a selected film presentation, fashion, live entertainment, and opportunities to connect with guests across industries.

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The Gala will create space for conversation, new relationships, and shared purpose among people who understand the influence of creative work. It will also invite that community to help make industry learning more accessible to the next generation.

 

Gala Date: Saturday, December 19, 2026

Media Hour:  4:00 PM

Gala: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Tickets Coming Soon
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Sponsorship Opportunities

We welcome companies, philanthropists, and industry leaders who want to help expand access to film and technology education. Sponsorship of Christmas Wishes & Hollywood Kisses helps bring the gala to life while advancing IIF’s Film Career Education Program and educational film projects. Through our partnership with Akwire Agency, IIF will connect young adults in underserved communities with industry professionals, hands-on instruction, and supervised production experience. Sponsors help expand access to the skills, professional networks, and technology that can prepare emerging talent for opportunities in film and media.

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Based upon selected level, IIF and Akwire Agency will coordinate participation dates and assignments. Sponsors may participate personally or designate a qualified company representative. Teaching, mentorship, and film assignments will match professional qualifications, participant needs, and production requirements. On-screen appearances and company features will be defined in the sponsor’s agreement.

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SUPPORTER

$250 - $4,499 Sponsorship 

Help expand access to film and technology education for young adults in underserved communities. Community Supporters receive recognition for their contribution and can take part in supporting program activities.

  • Name listed on IIF’s website among supporters of the gala and Film Career Education Program.

  • Participate in a group volunteer session supporting IIF’s Film Career Education Program.

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BENEFACTOR

$4,999 Sponsorship 

Attend the gala and contribute to the education and professional development of aspiring filmmakers. This sponsorship helps expand access to learning, mentorship, and creative career preparation.

  • Seating for four guests.

  • Name included in the event program.

  • Recognition during the event.

  • Name recognition on IIF’s Film Career Education supporter page.

  • Share professional experience during a program career conversation.

  • Participate in a mentorship or portfolio review session.

  • A program impact update following the event.

GOLD SPONSOR

$10,000 Sponsorship 

Event recognition, preferred seating, and direct engagement with emerging talent. This sponsorship helps young adults develop practical skills and professional connections within film and media.

  • Preferred seating for eight guests.

  • Logo in event materials.

  • Recognition during the program for supporting education and emerging talent.

  • Inclusion in select press materials. Name recognition on IIF’s Film Career Education supporter page.

  • Participate in an industry career conversation or educational panel.

  • Provide mentorship or professional portfolio feedback to program participants.

  • Contribute to a 2027 IIF film project through a coordinated volunteer or professional assignment.

  • A program impact update following the event.

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PLATINUM SPONSOR

$25,000 Sponsorship 

Event recognition, preferred seating, and direct engagement with emerging talent. This sponsorship helps young adults develop practical skills and professional connections within film and media.

  • Prominent branding. VIP table for 10 guests.

  • Red carpet recognition.

  • Logo in event materials.

  • Recognition during the program for supporting education and emerging talent.

  • Inclusion in select press materials.

  • Logo recognition on IIF’s Film Career Education supporter page.

  • Participate as a guest instructor, industry speaker, or panelist within IIF’s Film Career Education Program.

  • Mentor program participants individually or through a company team.

  • Contribute professional expertise or production resources to a 2027 IIF educational film project.

  • Recognition in the project’s supporter credits when supporting that project.

  • A program impact update following the event.

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PRESENTING SPONSOR

$50,000+ Sponsorship 

Premier visibility throughout the gala and direct involvement in IIF’s Film Career Education Program and educational film projects. This sponsorship helps connect young adults in underserved communities with industry instruction, mentorship, technology, and production experience.

  • Premier branding.

  • Speaking engagement during the event.

  • VIP table for 10 guests.

  • Red carpet recognition.

  • Logo in all event materials.

  • Media and press inclusion.

  • Recognition by IIF’s leadership during the gala for supporting film and technology education.

  • A dedicated feature on IIF’s website highlighting the sponsor’s contribution and commitment.

  • Lead a guest workshop or industry masterclass within IIF’s Film Career Education Program.

  • Mentor emerging talent through an individual or company mentorship engagement.

  • Contribute professional expertise, technology, or production resources to a 2027 IIF educational film project.

  • Participate in a 2027 IIF film project through an on-screen appearance or company feature suited to the project.

  • Recognition in the project’s supporter credits.

  • An impact update on the Film Career Education Program and educational film projects supported through the fundraising campaign.

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Film Career Education

Connecting Creative Talent With Industry Opportunity.

Talent exists in every community. Access to industry education, professional networks, and production experience remains out of reach for many young adults.

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Our Film Career Education develops young adults in underserved communities to learn the creative, technical, and business skills behind film and media. Our mission is to connect participants with industry professionals, production technology, and hands-on learning.

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Learning Focus

Story Development

Research, concept development, screenwriting, and visual storytelling.

Production Planning

Scheduling, budgeting, locations, crew coordination, and production management.

Directing & Camera

Directing fundamentals, camera operation, composition, and lighting.

Sound & Postproduction

Sound recording, editing, audio finishing, and postproduction workflows.

Production Technology

Sound recording, editing, audio finishing, and postproduction workflows.

Industry Preparation

Sound recording, editing, audio finishing, and postproduction workflows.

Productions That Create Opportunity.

IIF’s film and media projects will explore stories of innovation, resilience, and impact across the globe. Subjects such as mental health, entrepreneurship, education, and social impact will connect compelling storytelling with issues that affect people and communities.

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Selected projects will serve as learning environments where our students contribute under professional supervision. Our approach is to connect educational content with practical experience in developing, producing, and completing film and media work.

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Innovation That Reaches People

IIF turns collaboration into real-world opportunity through Collaborating Partnerships that bring together organizations with specialized knowledge, shared values, and a commitment to improving lives. By connecting expertise across innovation, education, technology, and human-centered development, IIF helps ideas move toward practical application and expands what can be learned, developed, and implemented across communities.​

SUPPORT OUR WORK

Your support helps IIF expand education, technology access, and AI trust for communities across the world. Every contribution strengthens work that impacts innovators, students, startups, and families facing hardship.

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IIF - Impact Innovation Foundation is a public 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

EIN

88-1212423

Address

​440 N Barranca Ave, Suite #4774X

Covina, CA 91723

© 2026 IIF - Impact Innovation Foundation, Inc.

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Diversity and Inclusion at IIF:

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive and equitable environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. At IIF, we do not discriminate against individuals based on race, nationality, gender, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We value the diverse perspectives, experiences, and talents that each individual brings, as they drive innovation and help us make a positive impact on society. We are committed to fostering diversity, promoting inclusivity, and working towards a more just and equitable world.

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