About the Deaf Visual Arts Festival 

The DVAF, one of the largest deaf arts and cultural celebrations in the nation, will take place in April 2025. This event is a unique fusion of art, film, theater, poetry, comedy, dance, jewelry, ceramics, and visual art, all presented in American Sign Language (ASL). Our festival spans four days with one goal: to promote awareness of Deaf culture, history, and sign language, while celebrating the vibrant art created by Deaf artists. It's a celebration of diversity, inclusion, and artistic expression.

 Key Highlights of DVAF 2025

• Deaf Youth Art Day: A day dedicated to young artists from the Missouri School for the Deaf.
• Cultural Presentations: Engaging presentations at local college.
• ASL Museum Tours: Two exclusive museum tours in ASL.
• Wine, Sign, and Art Evening: An event combining art, ASL, and fine wine.
• Virtual Deaf Film Festival: A month-long showcase of deaf cinema.
• All-Day Art Festival: Featuring over 30 artist booths and captivating live performances.

Our festival attracts over 2,000 visitors from across the country and is supported by a community of over 88,000 DEAF, Inc. followers. With 14 years of successful festivals, the DVAF offers your organization a unique opportunity to showcase your brand and demonstrate unwavering support for our nonprofit's mission - serving the underserved deaf, hard of hearing, and DeafBlind community.

 Sponsorship Benefits 

When you sponsor the DVAF, you become part of a movement that celebrates diversity, culture, and creativity. Your organization will enjoy:

• High Visibility: Prominent placement of your logo on promotional materials, including our website, social media, and event signage.
• Access to a Diverse Audience: Exposure to a diverse and engaged Deaf, hard of hearing and DeafBlind audience, including influential artists and community leaders.
• Exclusive Opportunities: Special mentions and exclusive opportunities to connect with festival attendees.
• Community Impact: The knowledge that your support directly contributes to the success of our mission.

Take Action Today

Please review the enclosed sponsorship package, which includes details on various sponsorship levels and benefits. You can also find our W-9 form for your convenience if you decide to sponsor this program. To discuss sponsorship opportunities or ask any questions, please contact us at dvaf@deafinc.org.

 We invite you to be part of this remarkable celebration of art and culture. Join us in supporting the Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and DeafBlind community while making a lasting impact and enjoying an unforgettable festival experience.

 

Sponsorship Opportunities

The deadline for sponsorship is Friday, February 21, 2025. 

Don’t miss the opportunity to connect with our diverse and engaged audience!

Platinum - $2,000

Elite recognition throughout all of the programs in the Deaf Visual Arts Program

• Business logo on digital promotional materials (website, flyers, posters, banners, and social media posts) on ALL Deaf Visual Arts programs, including tours and art classes.
• 20-second advertisement video to be added between each film during the 1904 Deaf Film Festival.
• A 10' x 10' booth space with pipes and drapes, an 8' table, and two chairs, at the Deaf Visual Arts Festival.
• Special recognition and presentation time slot at the Deaf Visual Arts Festival.
• Special recognition at the Deaf Visual Arts Festival Wrap-up Ceremony.

 

Gold - $1500.00

• Recognition throughout the Deaf Visual Arts Festival and 1904 Film Festival only:
• Business logo on digital promotional materials (website, flyers, posters, banners, and social media posts) for only the Deaf Visual Arts Festival and the 1904 Deaf Film Festival.
• 10-second advertisement video to be added between each film during the 1904 Deaf Film Festival.
• Special recognition and presentation time slot at the Deaf Visual Arts Festival.
• Special recognition at the Deaf Visual Arts Festival Wrap-up Ceremony.

 

Silver - $1000.00

Recognition throughout the Deaf Visual Arts Festival and 1904 Film Festival only:

• Business logo on digital promotional materials (website, flyers, posters, banners, and social media posts) for only the Deaf Visual Arts Festival and the 1904 Deaf Film Festival.
• Special recognition at the Deaf Visual Arts Festival Wrap-up Ceremony.

 

Bronze - $500.00

Recognition throughout the Deaf Visual Arts Festival only:

• Business logo on digital promotional materials (website/flyers/posters/banners/social media) for the Deaf Visual Arts Festival.

 

Doesn’t Fit?

Can’t find a Sponsorship Package to fit your needs? Don’t fret. We can customize your sponsorship package to meet the needs of your organization's marketing goals or community impact desires.

For more information, please contact Tony Nitko at:

T: (314) 714-6404

E: tnitko@deafinc.org

 

DEAF Inc. is a 501(c)(3) organization so your sponsorship may be tax-deductible as a charitable contribution to the extent your sponsorship payment exceeds the value of goods and services received.