--- Update 2/9/2026: Grazie a tutti for your generosity! We continue to welcome sponsorships throughout the festival. Please note that at this stage we may no longer be able to include your name in printed or on-screen promotional materials. However, sponsors will still be acknowledged on our website, in our newsletter, and across our social media channels, according to their sponsorship level. ---
Contribute to the Vibrant Arts and Cultural Scene of the Twin Cities
Step into the spotlight and help us bring the Italian Film Festival of Minneapolis/St. Paul to life! From February 26 to March 1, 2026, at The Main Cinema, we’ll celebrate the artistry and passion of Italian storytelling through contemporary masterpieces alongside timeless classics.
Event Details
When: February 26 - March 1, 2026
Where: The Main Cinema, Minneapolis (with easy parking access!)
All films are in Italian with English subtitles, offering an authentic and accessible experience.
Why Sponsor?
Whether you're an organization or an individual, your contribution enriches the Twin Cities cultural landscape while allowing you to be part of a prestigious and meaningful cultural event.
Benefits of Sponsorship Include:
- Complimentary access and preferred seating.
- Fast lane entry and exclusive moments with guest filmmakers.
- High-visibility recognition in festival materials.
How to Become a Sponsor:
Explore the Sponsorship Package (View package HERE).
To Complete your Sponsorship:
Click on the Register button and select the sponsorship level at which you’d like to support the festival.
For sponsorships of $1,000 or more, we prefer payment by check or Zelle to help us avoid transaction fees. If this works for you, please select ‘Invoice Me’ when prompted so we know to expect your check or Zelle.
Please make your check payable to Italian Cultural Center (250 Third Ave. N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401) and include “IFF” in the memo line.
To send money directly into our Wells Fargo account, you can use any of the following three Zelle recipient options:
- astrid@theitalianculturalcenter.org
- ronlattin@gmail.com
- 612-272-5312
Presented in Partnership
The Italian Film Festival of Minneapolis/St. Paul is proudly presented by the Italian Cultural Center in partnership with MSP Film Society and The Main Cinema.
Join us in celebrating Italian cinema and making a lasting impact on the arts community.
Grazie ai nostri sponsor e sostenitori!
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Produttore d’Élite
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Produttore Esecutivo
Luigi Bernardi
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Produttore
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Assistente di Produzione
Brian Balleria & Joan Bechtold
Ann Burns
Matt & Amber Christian
Albert & Susan Colianni
Conversazione e Storie Italiane - Mpls
Astrid Garino & Massimo Costalonga
Ron Curran
Tom Fabbro
Mark Giorgini
In Memory of Michael and Victoria Frediani, early residents + purveyors of "Gelato e Dolci" in St. Paul
Level Design & Remodel
Joe Tamburino
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Regista
Catherine Allan
Anthony & Giada Nucera
Ryan and Luisa O'Gara
Riggs-DeMay Family
Nancy & Gary Schaefer
Leah and James Sheehy
Jennine Speier
Dominic Sposeto
Sandra Tighe
Kathy Moe & Jonathan Watson
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Aiuto Regista
Anonymous
Nancy & Ben Antin
Laura Mauro & David Brown
Giacomo and Denise D’Aurora
Deborah Pile & Jack Flynn
Corby & Ginny Kistler
John & Sheila Moroney
Karen and Joseph Pingatore
P. Scialla
Institutional Support
