The Corporation may establish and recognize categories of sponsors and supporters, including:
- Corporate Sponsors. Corporations and other business entities that provide financial assistance, professional services, goods, or other resources.
- Individual Sponsors. Individuals who provide financial contributions, services, or other assistance.
- Event Sponsors. Individuals or organizations that support IDFA film festivals, the O-Deaf Awards, award ceremonies, conferences, cultural programs, or related events.
- Supporting Contributors. Individuals or organizations that contribute to advancing Deaf cinema, Deaf culture, accessible filmmaking, or inclusive cultural programs.
- In-Kind Sponsors. Individuals or organizations that provide venues, production equipment, lodging, transportation, food, technology, professional services, or other goods or services.
- International Sponsors. Individuals, businesses, organizations, or institutions that support the Corporation’s programs and activities in one or more countries.
These categories are descriptive and may overlap. Recognition as a sponsor, supporter, or Supporting Contributor shall not create membership, voting, governance, ownership, or other organizational rights.