Sunscreen Film Festival North is a year-round nonprofit mentoring program We have professionals mentoring all ages all aspects of film. The reason we brought this program here to Chisholm/ Hibbing is because we saw the need to provide the access and resources to those who may not have had an opportunity otherwise to create art / culture through film. Sunscreen Film Festival North replaced the Sunscreen West, which was held in Hermosa
Beach, California for over ten years. Robert Enriquez and Carla Magnuson were able to create the North last year in just six weeks with very limited time and financial backing. With that we are not able to implement the mentoring part of the program. This year so far we have had multiple classes, participated in the parade here and also have gathered footage for a documentary project Carla is doing as part of the program under guidance of Robert, for mental health. We are looking to grow the program and need our community’s help. Sponsors are vital to this program for we would be able to provide more trainings, the equipment needed as well as do productions like bringing back a film version of Field of Screams. Remember how much fun that was, we hope for our version Field of Screens to be an annual event. All the program participants get to be a part of the festival October 30-11/2/25 as a celebration of all our hard work over the year. We are looking for more participants who want to be involved. Businesses who donate have a unique way of being a part of bringing this program here, your name will be out introduced national and internationally.
WHY sponsor Sunscreen Film Festival North?
Local Reach
Engage with a diverse and engaged audience from the Iron Range region.
Brand Visibility
Your logo will be prominently displayed on our website, promotional materials and onscreen trailers before every screening.
Community Engagement
Showcase your commitment to the local arts scene and support for regional storytelling.
Networking Opportunities
Access to industry leaders, content creators and media executives, fostering valuable connections.
SPONSORSHIP LEVELS
Platinum Sponsor ($10,000+)
- Presenting Rights for all Blocks & Parties
- Extensive Logo Visibility
- 24 General Admission Tickets
- 5 VIP all access passes
Premier Sponsor ($5,000+)
- Presenting Rights for 5 titles
- Significant Logo Visibility
- 15 General Admission Tickets
- 4 VIP all access passes
Gold Sponsor ($2,500+)
- Presenting Rights for 2 films
- Logo Visibility
Silver Sponsor ($1,000+)
- Presenting Rights for 1 Title
- Logo Visibility
(Receipt with 501c3 information will be emailed or USPS if requested)
If you have friends, business owners ect that would love to be a part of this great program, please send them our way. It’s not just monetary donations that is needed, we are also looking for donations for prizes, materials, help with spreading the word for ticket sales and other things like this.
We will have posters to distribute if anyone is interested in helping with that as well as what your availability will be for those interested in helping during the festival. Please reach out to Carla at cminthemoment@gmail.com or call 218-591-1110 no later than September 30th if you would like to donate and / or volunteer.
Tentative Event Schedule: (Discounts available at both Black Bear Bakery Locations during the festival week)
- October 30th (5:30pm) – Premier Red Carpet Night *Mann Theater * Independent Film Trailers-Meet & Greet, Swag Table, Local art vendors, Live Acoustic Music, After Trailer Party at Tom & Jerry’s for appetizers, bocce, & networking opportunities.
- October 31st (11:30am-9:00pm) – *Mann Theater*- Independent Film Screenings, Q & A, Panels, Vendors, & Halloween film related costume contest (After Party TBD)
- November 1st (11:30am-5:00pm) – *MN Discovery Center Theater* – Screenings, Panels, Vendors, Red Carpet Awards ceremony & party to follow with live music.
- November 2nd (TBD) – *Black Bear Bakery* – Closing speaker Nick Rahn, “Warriors Next Adventure” & Small gathering of VIP pass holders & volunteers for a send-off for the guests, writers, directors, cinematographers and actors.
Stay tuned for the list of independent films that will be featured (Released September 30th) via Instagram or Facebook. For more information about Sunscreen Film Festival North non-profit, check out our website: https://sunscreennorth.com/
Keep your eyes open for the upcoming “FIELD OF SCREENS” fundraising event during the Trick or Treat on Lake Street event on 10/29.
