Support our Programs
All proceeds from the benefit, including your generous donations, support our core programs: the annual Festival, Kid Flicks, our national tour, and FilmEd Field Trips.

In everything that we do, we utilize the power of film to help young audiences better understand themselves and the world around them. NYICFF programs are designed to generate empathy and create community in an environment where kids are truly taken seriously and encouraged to use their voices.

We prioritize equitable access to our programs by offering subsidized tickets for families in low-income communities, providing Field Trips to Title I schools free of charge, and offering steep discounts to communities with limited resources.

More Ways to Give
We accept donations by check, ACH bank transfer, Donor Advised Fund and corporate matches. Please contact Development Manager Joanne Giordano, joanne@nyicff.org for more information.

NYICFF 2026 Annual Benefit

A fundraiser and celebratory evening of food, drinks, auction items, and our funny, irreverent “Not for Kids” short film program