MacGillivray Freeman Films Education Foundation works in collaboration with individuals, companies, non-profit organizations, and educational and cultural institutions in the production of its projects. There are innumerable relationships that can be forged with the MFF Educational Foundation as we pursue our conservation-related films and their educational curricula and programs.

Often, we develop projects with institutions that have expertise in areas related to the subject of a proposed film.  For example, Audubon Nature Institute, the Executive Producer for Hurricane on the Bayou was an excellent resource for information and associated experts on Louisiana’s wetlands.  Our Foundation is currently working with Hamline University’s Center for Global Environmental Education on a Water Stewardship Initiative for our upcoming film, Grand Canyon Adventure, about the world water crisis.  Likewise, educational materials are conceived and produced with the expert participation of researchers and educators who work in relevant areas of study.

We also enjoy wonderful relationships with entities or individuals that wish to support our endeavors through financial contributions. The parameters of this type of participation are wide-ranging. For example, a film can be largely funded by a group or individual passionate about a subject; or an individual donation of a more modest amount can assist with educational projects accompanying the film.

Partnerships

““We are looking to develop strong partnerships with any organizations that share our goals.  We are looking for partnerships that will allow us to do things we can’t do on our own.  A partnership with the Foundation presents a unique opportunity because we offer such a powerful educational vehicle and because our films command such a large audience in the prestigious museums and science centers around the world.  To work with a Foundation such as ours is to be part of a greater purpose, to be engaged in valuable public service.  We look forward to finding partners who want to join our mission.”

-- Chris Palmer, Foundation President

We are looking for major partners and sponsors for our upcoming films Return to Everest, To The Arctic, Heart of Africa, Native America and Humpback Whales.  If you’d like to learn more, please contact us to learn how film sponsorship can help you advance your own mission.

Why Should Sponsors and Donors Support Educational Giant Screen Films?

1.	Supporting a film such as those the Foundation will produce means you are supporting a vital social cause (such as conservation), and such support makes the sponsor or donor look extraordinarily generous and far-sighted.  That is a good identity to have, especially if you are a company operating in a highly competitive market and you are looking for a competitive edge.
2.	When corporations or benefactors support a film produced by the Foundation, they are minimizing their risk because no one else in this industry has anywhere near the record of continuous success and accomplishment over 40 years that MacGillivray Freeman Films (MFF) has.  MFF will serve as an advisor to the Foundation, which will benefit greatly from MFF’s long-term experience and expertise.
3.	When donors or sponsors support one of our films, they are getting involved in one of the most cutting edge and innovative areas of film production. At the same time, this is an area that is uniquely family friendly. Virtually every other area of entertainment has been corrupted by the negative values of graphic violence and excessive materialism, whereas when a family goes to their local IMAX® theatre to see an educational giant screen film, they are guaranteed a wholesome, fascinating, educational and fun learning experience—a visceral learning sensation that is unmatched in any other theatre.
4.	Funders want audiences and they want results….The important thing is to make films that are both educational and also entertaining. When sponsors, major donors, foundations and others see that it is possible to produce a highly popular film within budget—and that also carries a powerful educational message that produces actions—then they are eager to support such film projects.