Corporate Sponsorship
The SAG-AFTRA Foundation provides sponsors with unique opportunities to engage with performers and creators within the entertainment industry.
For more information about how your company can support our Foundation, please email sponsorship@sagaftra.foundation, or call the Director of Corporate Relations at 323-549-6426.
Performers Programs
Support the SAG-AFTRA Foundation’s educational programs and empower the next generation of professional performers with crucial industry insights and advice. These vital programs offer SAG-AFTRA artists free access to the latest trends and expertise in everything from auditioning technique, agent relations, and financial management to in-depth interviews with iconic actors and insightful panels focusing on present-day projects, ensuring they have the knowledge needed to succeed in the entertainment industry:
Conversations
The Foundation’s most high-profile series offers an unparalleled opportunity to align your brand with the leading voices in the entertainment industry. Producing over 200 screenings and Q&As annually with today’s top actors and casts, as well as dozens of substantive career retrospectives with legendary performers, the Conversations program captures the insight, wisdom and experiences of prominent performing artists who explore their process, projects and profession with an audience of fellow artists. Conversations are recorded and made accessible to everyone through the Foundation’s YouTube Channel, and your brand will benefit from continuous visibility and association with excellence in the performing arts. Learn more about sponsorship opportunities here.
The Business
Sponsor The Business to elevate the next generation of entertainment professionals. This comprehensive program trains and equips members with a profound understanding of the financial and operational aspects of the industry, alongside cutting-edge insights into current trends. Through a blend of large-scale seminars and intimate Small Group Sessions, attendees master essential skills in social media self-marketing, pre-audition preparation, and money management. By fostering a dual mindset as both artists and small business owners, participants are empowered to navigate various markets and craft sustainable career plans. Join us in supporting a community that blends creativity with entrepreneurial acumen, ensuring a robust future for the entertainment industry.
Casting Access
Support Casting Access and empower performers to excel in the audition room by sponsoring our unique program focused on audition technique and preparation. Led by esteemed casting directors and professionals, these highly interactive sessions provide invaluable feedback and growth opportunities for actors. With class sizes capped at 20 participants, each performer benefits from personalized, one-on-one evaluations, fostering an environment of active engagement and constructive learning. Our commitment to inclusivity extends to Casting Access Online, ensuring that members beyond Los Angeles and New York can also access these transformative classes. Your sponsorship will help us continue to offer these essential resources, shaping the future and advancing the skills of talented performers nationwide.
On-Camera Labs
Join us in sponsoring the On-Camera Labs, where actors have the unique opportunity to hone their craft in front of the camera at our state-of-the-art studios in Los Angeles and New York. Our labs are equipped with professional-grade cameras, and industry-standard lighting and audio equipment, while providing a dedicated, sound-proof space for rehearsals and self-tapes under the guidance and direction of expert technicians. For those unable to attend in person, the Virtual On-Camera Lab offers one-on-one remote sessions online, where expert technicians also can act as readers and/or assist with tech issues during self-tape auditions.
Voiceover Labs
Sponsor our groundbreaking voiceover program designed to empower SAG-AFTRA artists with the skills needed to thrive in voiceover and/or broadcasting. Participants gain hands-on experience by recording professional-grade demo reels, mastering industry-standard audio software, and honing performance techniques under the guidance of seasoned voiceover professionals. Your sponsorship will support a transformative initiative that not only equips artists with the technical prowess and artistic acumen necessary for success but also fosters a vibrant community of creative talent, ready to make their mark in the dynamic world of voiceover and broadcasting.
Computer Lab
The Computer Lab’s instructional programs are meticulously designed to empower participants with the essential computer skills crucial for thriving in the performing arts industry. With access to advanced writing software, as well as video and audio editing programs, our classes provide aspiring artists with the tools they need to craft professional websites and cultivate their online brands.
Storyline Online®
The SAG-AFTRA Foundation produces the children’s literacy program Storyline Online, which features the world’s greatest storytellers, including Meryl Streep, Bob Odenkirk, Viola Davis, and more than 90 distinguished actors, reading beloved children’s books aloud alongside creatively produced illustrations. A free digital library and global literacy resource with over 900 million views, Storyline Online is watched by children, parents and teachers in over 220 countries and territories around the globe. Storyline Online has received two Emmy® nominations, and is endorsed by the American Federation of Teachers and the American Library Association.
By sponsoring Storyline Online, your brand can align with the critical mission to advance children’s literacy worldwide. Join us in encouraging a love of reading and storytelling in children. There are 3, 6, and 12 month sponsorship opportunities available. Learn more here.
LOS ANGELES
Meryl Streep Center
for Performing Artists
The Meryl Streep Center for Performing Artists is poised to revolutionize the landscape of artistic education. With brand-new facilities including the On-Camera Lab, Voiceover Lab, and the state-of-the-art Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson Screening Room, powered by the new 4K LG Miraclass LED Screen, the Meryl Streep Center offers an unparalleled professional and creative hub for honing craft and building skills. Beyond its impressive array of available spaces, including a reception area, balcony, and catering kitchen, the Center provides an impressive venue for private gatherings and screenings, fostering a community of collaboration and innovation. By aligning your brand with this visionary enterprise, you not only support the future of performing arts but also position yourself at the forefront of artistic excellence and technological innovation. Join us in shaping the next generation of performers and storytellers.
NEW YORK
Robin Williams Center
for Performing Artists
The Robin Williams Center for Entertainment and Media offers a unique opportunity for sponsorship that promises unparalleled visibility and impact. Nestled in the vibrant landscape of Midtown Manhattan, our state-of-the-art 154 seat theater serves as the epicenter for SAG-AFTRA Foundation’s renowned Conversations and The Business programs in New York City, attracting industry leaders in film, television and theater alike. As a sponsor, your brand will be prominently featured in this dynamic space, reaching a diverse audience of creatives, entertainers, influencers, and industry leaders. With cutting-edge technology including 4K HD DCP projection, digital surround sound, and a programmable LED video wall marquee, your message will captivate audiences both in-person and through live streams, ensuring maximum exposure and engagement.
Become a Corporate Sponsor
Your support can make a significant impact on the lives of performers and the arts community. Consider becoming a sponsor today and join us in our mission to provide assistance and educational programming for SAG-AFTRA artists.
