VENICE WITH PURPOSE

Better World Fund Brings Cinema, Culture and Humanitarian Impact Together During the Venice Film Festival

On 8 September 2026, one of the world’s most extraordinary cultural destinations will provide the backdrop for an event where glamour meets genuine global purpose. During the International Venice Film Festival, the Better World Fund will bring together leaders, philanthropists, artists, entrepreneurs and influential voices for a day dedicated to using cinema and art as forces for positive change.

Venice has always possessed a certain magic.

During its internationally celebrated film festival, that atmosphere intensifies as filmmakers, actors, cultural figures, global brands and international media converge on the city.

But among the red carpets, premieres and unmistakable Venetian glamour, the Better World Fund is creating an opportunity for guests to experience something with a deeper purpose.

On 8 September 2026, Better World Fund returns to Venice with a programme built around its philosophy of “Cinema & Art at the Service of Humanity”, focusing on women’s rights, gender equality and education. (betterworld.fund)

Taking place at the historic Procuratie Vecchie in Saint Mark’s Square, home of The Human Safety Net, the event will combine thought-provoking discussion, networking, culture, fine dining, a red carpet, charity auction and the prestigious Better World Awards. (betterworld.fund)

A Day of Influence in the Heart of Venice

The programme begins at 10:00am with a forum and masterclass entitled “Stories, Scripts, Screens: Can We Sculpt a Better World through Cinema?”, exploring the ability of storytelling and the creative industries to influence society and inspire meaningful change.

A Golden Badge holders’ lunch follows before the focus turns towards the evening’s headline event: the Gala for Humanity.

Beginning at 7:30pm, guests will arrive for the red carpet and cocktails, followed by the gala dinner from 8:30pm. The evening will also feature a charity auction and the presentation of the Better World Awards, recognising individuals and organisations whose commitment, engagement and achievements are helping create positive social and humanitarian impact. (betterworld.fund)

The Fund has previously recognised an impressive international roster of figures including Sharon Stone, Kevin Costner, Catherine Deneuve, Susan Sarandon, Isabelle Huppert, Lang Lang, David Lynch and Chief Raoni, demonstrating the calibre and international reach associated with its programmes. (betterworld.fund)

Venice 2026 will also honour the Amazônia Fund Alliance Program, recognising its work protecting the Brazilian Amazon and supporting Indigenous communities, while the programme is also supporting the work of the Akbaraly Foundation. (betterworld.fund)

More Than a Seat at the Table

For those travelling to Venice during the Film Festival, Better World Fund offers the opportunity to become part of an international gathering designed not simply to celebrate success, but to harness influence for something greater.

Ticket and table options have been structured at several levels, providing different degrees of access and positioning.

The Ambassador option is listed at €2,000 per seat or €20,000 per table, while Great Patron VIP is listed at €3,000 per seat or €30,000 per table. The latter includes priority event access, exclusive gifts, Golden Area access, positioning close to the stage and lunch.

The Presidential level, listed at €6,000 per seat, provides priority red-carpet and event access, VIP seating within the Golden Area closest to the stage, exclusive gifts and lunch. (betterworld.fund)

For guests seeking an exceptional Venice Film Festival experience while simultaneously supporting the Better World Fund’s humanitarian mission, it represents an opportunity to combine access, networking and philanthropy in one of Europe’s most extraordinary settings.

A percentage of seat sales, table reservations and sponsorships is allocated directly to supported charities. (betterworld.fund)

An International Stage for Brands

For businesses, luxury brands and organisations seeking visibility during one of the world’s most internationally recognised cultural events, Venice also presents a significant sponsorship opportunity.

Better World Fund has developed sponsorship levels ranging from Silver at €60,000 and Gold at €84,000, through to Platinum at €120,000 and the flagship Co-Chair partnership at €264,000, with prices stated as including VAT. (betterworld.fund)

Depending on the partnership selected, benefits can include prominent branding on the event photocall and gala LED screens, visibility across Better World Fund social-media platforms, inclusion within its official film and printed catalogue, editorial pages, media exposure and opportunities to place products within gift bags or the charity auction.

Higher-level partnerships can provide additional opportunities including Venice Film Festival red-carpet access, Presidential and Great Patron VIP seating, screening of a brand film during the dinner programme, masterclass speaking opportunities and participation in the Better World Awards programme. (betterworld.fund)

At Co-Chair level, the proposition extends further still, including co-chair recognition throughout event communications, three potential masterclass speakers, four Presidential seats and 30 Great Patron VIP seats alongside extensive brand exposure. (betterworld.fund)

For brands whose values align with culture, luxury, sustainability, equality, education or humanitarian action, the proposition goes beyond traditional sponsorship.

It is an opportunity to become visibly associated with a global conversation.

Cinema and Art as Forces for Change

Founded in 2016 by Manuel Collas de La Roche, Better World Fund has spent a decade building programmes around the belief that cinema, culture and art can become powerful vehicles for awareness.

Its events have accompanied some of the world’s great cultural gatherings, particularly Cannes and Venice, bringing together figures from entertainment, business, philanthropy and public life. (betterworld.fund)

The formula is deliberately ambitious: use extraordinary locations, influential guests and the international attention surrounding cinema to focus that spotlight on humanitarian causes that might otherwise struggle to command the same global audience.

Venice provides perhaps the perfect setting.

Beauty, history, cinema and international influence will come together on 8 September — but this time, the red carpet leads somewhere more meaningful.

BE PART OF BETTER WORLD FUND VENICE 2026

Better World Fund – Venice Film Festival
8 September 2026
Procuratie Vecchie, Saint Mark’s Square, Venice

Whether attending as an individual guest, hosting a table of clients and partners, or positioning a brand as an official sponsor, Better World Fund Venice offers several routes to participate.

Tickets & Tables:
Book your Better World Fund Venice seat or table

Sponsorship Opportunities:
Explore Venice 2026 sponsorship packages

Event Programme & Information:
Discover Better World Fund Venice 2026

In a city synonymous with cinema, beauty and international prestige, Better World Fund is inviting its guests and partners to do more than simply attend Venice — it is inviting them to become part of what happens next.

One point worth flagging before publication: the Better World Fund’s current ticket page is displaying the individual Venice ticket products as “out of stock”, despite the main ticketing page continuing to promote Venice on 8 September. (betterworld.fund) I’ve therefore worded the article around the published ticket options rather than saying that particular packages are definitely still available. Sponsorship information is currently published separately. (betterworld.fund)