Durham Official Film Premiere & Cultural Gala,
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About the event
A LOT CAN HAPPEN IN A DAY – Official Film Premiere & Cultural Gala is a premier red-carpet celebration showcasing a feature film produced in Durham, North Carolina. The evening brings together business leaders, community partners, filmmakers, artists, media, elected officials, and cultural influencers for an unforgettable night of cinema, networking, and community impact at the Durham Convention Center.
Hosted by HB5Films and HappiNini Productions in partnership with BenAfrica, an IRS-recognized 501(c)(3), and the Durham Arts Council, the event celebrates local storytelling while supporting the next generation of creatives. Fifteen percent of net ticket proceeds will benefit Durham Arts Council youth arts and creative education programs.
With an expected attendance of 1,000–1,700 guests, the gala offers sponsors exceptional brand visibility through red-carpet activations, VIP experiences, media coverage, digital marketing, and long-term recognition associated with a Durham-produced feature film.
Why should you sponsor?
Sponsors will align their brand with one of Durham's most anticipated cultural events while gaining meaningful exposure to an engaged and diverse audience of business leaders, community influencers, professionals, creatives, media, and local residents.
The Official Film Premiere & Cultural Gala offers premium branding opportunities through red-carpet activations, on-stage recognition, VIP networking, event signage, digital marketing campaigns, social media promotion, website recognition, and media exposure before, during, and after the event.
Beyond event-night visibility, sponsors will receive long-term recognition through the film's ongoing promotional campaigns, festival screenings, community engagement initiatives, and educational outreach. Hosted in partnership with BenAfrica, an IRS-recognized 501(c)(3), and supporting the Durham Arts Council through a commitment of 15% of net ticket proceeds to youth arts and creative education programs, sponsorship also demonstrates a meaningful investment in the cultural and creative future of the Triangle region.
Rosa SantanaRosa Santana, MBA
Executive Producer | President, BenAfrica (IRS-RecognizeRosa Santana, MBA
Executive Producer | President, BenAfrica (IRS-Recognized 501(c)(3))
Rosa Santana is an Ecuadorian-American nonprofit executive, community advocate, and accomplished legal professional committed to advancing education, cultural engagement, and community development. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from North Carolina Central University.
As President of BenAfrica, an IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) organization, Rosa provides executive leadership, organizational governance, and strategic oversight for initiatives that create lasting community impact. As Executive Producer of A LOT CAN HAPPEN IN A DAY, she oversees executive planning, nonprofit partnerships, and event management, serving as the authorized contracting representative for the Official Film Premiere & Cultural Gala at the Rosa Santana, MBA
Executive Producer | President, BenAfrica (IRS-Recognized 501(c)(3))
Rosa Santana is an Ecuadorian-American nonprofit executive, community advocate, and accomplished legal professional committed to advancing education, cultural engagement, and community development. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from North Carolina Central University.
As President of BenAfrica, an IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) organization, Rosa provides executive leadership, organizational governance, and strategic oversight for initiatives that create lasting community impact. As Executive Producer of A LOT CAN HAPPEN IN A DAY, she oversees executive planning, nonprofit partnerships, and event management, serving as the authorized contracting representative for the Official Film Premiere & Cultural Gala at the Durham Convention Center.
Rosa is passionate about building meaningful partnerships that unite business, arts, and philanthropy to create opportunities for future generations throughout the Triangle community.Durham Convention Center.
Rosa is passionate about building meaningful partnerships that unite business, arts, and philanthropy to create opportunities for future generations throughout the Triangle community.d 501(c)(3))
Rosa Santana is an Ecuadorian-American nonprofit executive, community advocate, and accomplished legal professional committed to advancing education, cultural engagement, and community development. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from North Carolina Central University.
As President of BenAfrica, an IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) organization, Rosa provides executive leadership, organizational governance, and strategic oversight for initiatives that create lasting community impact. As Executive Producer of A LOT CAN HAPPEN IN A DAY, she oversees executive planning, nonprofit partnerships, and event management, serving as the authorized contracting representative for the Official Film Premiere & Cultural Gala at the Durham Convention Center.
Rosa is passionate about building meaningful partnerships that unite business, arts, and philanthropy to create opportunities for future generations throughout the Triangle community.
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1001-2500 attendees expected
50% Male Attendees
50% Female Attendees
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3 available packages from US$100 to US$15000
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10 available
Exclusive Presenting Partner Investment: $15,000 | Availability: 1 Only Turnkey Hospitality: 10 Fully Inclusive VIP Tickets (1 Complete Center-Stage Corporate Table of 10) Integrated Branding: Logo integrated into the official event branding and featured across all promotional materials. On-Site Placement: Prominent corporate signage at the main registration area, red carpet entrance, and throughout the Durham Convention Center Grand Ballroom. Speaking Opportunities: Deliver welcome remarks during the Opening Ceremony and receive on-stage recognition immediately before the feature film presentation. Brand Activation: Opportunity to host a premium branded activation or hospitality display and engage guests throughout the gala experience. VIP Networking: Distribute promotional items and interact directly with filmmakers, cast members, corporate executives, community leaders, media representatives, and VIP guests
10 available
VIP Table & Media Sponsor Investment: $5,000 | Availability: 2 Available Turnkey Hospitality: 6 Premium VIP Tickets (Reserved priority group seating for clients or executive team). Dedicated signage at premiere | logo on placards on each table | opportunity to provide remarks and a gift at premiere | table sponsor benefits to include a sponsor logo sign at your assigned table and 2 reps to staff the table, distribute promotional items and interact with crew members.
6 available
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