International Ocean Film Foundation
Development Committee Members
International Ocean Film Foundation, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
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International Ocean Film Foundation . The IOFF is the first and largest film festival focused on the ocean in the world. As a year‑round ocean conservation organization, IOFF produces a multi‑day in‑person film and lecture event that promotes awareness around the health of our oceans and calls to action to protect it. Film programs include award‑winning independent films of all genres, on‑stage discussions with filmmakers and content experts, creating a public forum on the environmental, social, and cultural importance of the ocean's ecosystems, habitats and its resources. IOFF has five main education initiatives to fulfill its mission. Global Online Student Ocean Film Program Free Student Ocean Film Field Trips International Traveling Program Annual Ocean Film Festival IOFF will be celebrating its 23rd Annual International Ocean Film Festival in April 2026. Stay tuned for more details! Interested in helping to protect our ocean? Passionate about providing education resources to inspire people? Give back to your community by volunteering for a Bay Area based non‑profit by raising funds to help support an international film festival dedicated to sharing inspiring independent films to educate and engage audiences to protect our oceans. The International Ocean Film Foundation is seeking Development Committee Member volunteers to secure corporate sponsorships to assist in raising funds for IOFF. Our Development Committee is a dedicated group of volunteers who believe in the power of visual storytelling and are eager to share our mission with their networks. We will provide you with a fundraising toolkit to help you reach out to individuals, executives and corporations as well as a suggested target list. Roles & Responsibilities
Reach out to target companies via email or phone and introduce the IOFF mission, its education programs, and the 2026 IOFF Sponsorship Deck. Track email correspondence on a regular basis, answering questions and following up on inquiries. Participate in Development Committee meetings as scheduled (via Zoom) and maintain contact with the chair of the committee. Experience
Education: College graduate or above Fun, outgoing personality with experience soliciting donations Familiarity with non-profit fundraising is a plus Access to email and excellent communication skills in English Working knowledge of ocean related issues Volunteer Benefits
Work with a fun, dedicated group of ocean inspired seasoned professionals. Two all-access VIP Film Festival Passes for the 23rd Annual IOFF in April 2026. Recognition in the printed program and online program. About The International Ocean Film Foundation
Launched in 2004, the International Ocean Film Foundation (IOFF) is the premiere platform for ocean literacy and education through independent film. The IOFF is a year‑round ocean conservation organization, with a flagship four‑day film festival held annually in April and online. The event features more than 50 independent films from around the world, visiting filmmakers, special guests, panel discussions and opportunities to engage with Ocean Hero Community Partners throughout the weekend. IOFF also hosts special screenings around the world throughout the year through our Traveling Program. The film festival also strives to engage the next generation of ocean conservationists by offering a Free Student Education Program for 1,200 Bay Area middle school and high school students. At IOFF, we are united by a passion to protect our oceans, and we believe that the power of film is one of the best ways to bring people together and create change. www.intloceanfilmfest.org
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Join to apply for the
Development Committee Members
role at
International Ocean Film Foundation . The IOFF is the first and largest film festival focused on the ocean in the world. As a year‑round ocean conservation organization, IOFF produces a multi‑day in‑person film and lecture event that promotes awareness around the health of our oceans and calls to action to protect it. Film programs include award‑winning independent films of all genres, on‑stage discussions with filmmakers and content experts, creating a public forum on the environmental, social, and cultural importance of the ocean's ecosystems, habitats and its resources. IOFF has five main education initiatives to fulfill its mission. Global Online Student Ocean Film Program Free Student Ocean Film Field Trips International Traveling Program Annual Ocean Film Festival IOFF will be celebrating its 23rd Annual International Ocean Film Festival in April 2026. Stay tuned for more details! Interested in helping to protect our ocean? Passionate about providing education resources to inspire people? Give back to your community by volunteering for a Bay Area based non‑profit by raising funds to help support an international film festival dedicated to sharing inspiring independent films to educate and engage audiences to protect our oceans. The International Ocean Film Foundation is seeking Development Committee Member volunteers to secure corporate sponsorships to assist in raising funds for IOFF. Our Development Committee is a dedicated group of volunteers who believe in the power of visual storytelling and are eager to share our mission with their networks. We will provide you with a fundraising toolkit to help you reach out to individuals, executives and corporations as well as a suggested target list. Roles & Responsibilities
Reach out to target companies via email or phone and introduce the IOFF mission, its education programs, and the 2026 IOFF Sponsorship Deck. Track email correspondence on a regular basis, answering questions and following up on inquiries. Participate in Development Committee meetings as scheduled (via Zoom) and maintain contact with the chair of the committee. Experience
Education: College graduate or above Fun, outgoing personality with experience soliciting donations Familiarity with non-profit fundraising is a plus Access to email and excellent communication skills in English Working knowledge of ocean related issues Volunteer Benefits
Work with a fun, dedicated group of ocean inspired seasoned professionals. Two all-access VIP Film Festival Passes for the 23rd Annual IOFF in April 2026. Recognition in the printed program and online program. About The International Ocean Film Foundation
Launched in 2004, the International Ocean Film Foundation (IOFF) is the premiere platform for ocean literacy and education through independent film. The IOFF is a year‑round ocean conservation organization, with a flagship four‑day film festival held annually in April and online. The event features more than 50 independent films from around the world, visiting filmmakers, special guests, panel discussions and opportunities to engage with Ocean Hero Community Partners throughout the weekend. IOFF also hosts special screenings around the world throughout the year through our Traveling Program. The film festival also strives to engage the next generation of ocean conservationists by offering a Free Student Education Program for 1,200 Bay Area middle school and high school students. At IOFF, we are united by a passion to protect our oceans, and we believe that the power of film is one of the best ways to bring people together and create change. www.intloceanfilmfest.org
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