Join the Community

BFF is more than a festival. It is a year-round creative community built by filmmakers, audiences, volunteers, and supporters. See below for you can be apart of it!

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SUBMIT YOUR FILM

Submissions for the 19th BFF open December 1! Join our Top 100 festival and share your story with NYC’s vibrant community.

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VOLUNTEER

Join our volunteer community! Gain production experience, network with professionals, and support indie film.

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SPONSOR

Sponsor BFF’s 19th edition, October 1–5! Connect with 5,000 creatives through custom activations and ads

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ATTEND EVENTS

Join our 2026 season of webinars, roundtables, and member events! Explore the full calendar and get your tickets today.

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SIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER

Get early ticket access, exclusive invites, and weekly film picks! Subscribe for behind-the-scenes updates and creative challenges from BFF.

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DONATE

Support BFF’s mission with a tax-deductible donation! Give $10 monthly to become a member and help us stay sustainable year-round.