2026-03-31T15:35:56-07:00 2025-06-30 990 2024-07-01 204849503 DALLAS FILM SOCIETY INC DALL 2147200555 110 Leslie Street Suite 200 Dallas TX 75207 Mary Hatcher Treasurer 2147200555 2026-03-31 1 2024 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z Beth Wilbins 110 Leslie Street Suite 200 Dallas TX 75207 454327 0 X www.dallasfilm.org X 2006 TX Dallas Film Society's mission is to celebrate films and their impact on society, to honor filmmakers and recognize their achievements and contributions in enhancing the creative community and to provide educational programs to develop a better understanding of the role of film. DIFF (also referred to as Dallas Film Society) is dedicated to building community through film. We provide accessible, inclusive, immersive, educational, and entertaining film experiences for all through year-round programming and our signature annual film festivals. 12 11 1 100 0 0 293142 276675 161252 177645 0 7 0 0 454394 454327 0 0 0 0 182539 182539 0 0 35277 279197 289469 461736 472008 -7342 -17681 85080 65234 106265 104100 -21185 -38866 Dallas Film Society's mission is to celebrate films and their impact on society, to honor filmmakers and recognize their achievements and contributions to enhancing the creative community and to provide educational programs to develop a better understanding of the role of film in today's world and to promote the City of Dallas and its commitment to the art of filmmaking. 0 0 375076 0 419287 Founded in 2006, the Dallas Film Society is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization sustained by more than 20,000 supporters, volunteers, corporations, grants, and individual donors. We lead multiple educational initiatives to mentor excellence in film, television and digital media. And we proudly support filmmakers, theatres and film organizations locally and globally. The Dallas International Film Festival is held annually. During the Film Festival, Dallas comes together to celebrate film and filmmakers. The Dallas International Film Festival has become the place for storytellers and audiences to connect and experience film as a community. and experience film as a community. Since its founding, the Dallas Film Society has screened more than 2,500 widely diverse new films from more than 100 countries, provided more than $1.1 million in awards, hosted nearly 100,000 filmgoers and filmmakers, and provided educational experiences for thousands of Dallas area students. 3971 0 0 DIFF INSIDE FILM is an educational talk series featuring film screenings followed by conversations with directors, producers, screenwriters, actors, and other film industry professionals. Working with our established network of educators throughout North Texas, the screenings are offered to students at no charge. The DIFF INSIDE FILM program is designed to give students first-hand access to insights from film industry insiders to guide their path toward career success in film-related professions. The series features guest speakers and panelists with international, national, regional and local filmmaking backgrounds and experiences. Screenings and Q&As are curated and moderated by DIFF Artistic Director James Faust, who has provided programming leadership to the Dallas International Film Festival since its inception. 31339 0 35033 The DIFF SHORTS Film Festival is a dedicated celebration of short-form storytelling and cinematic innovation. It serves as a global platform for emerging and established filmmakers to showcase diverse perspectives in a compact, high-impact format. The festival typically features around 12 to 14 themed blocks showcasing over 80 films, ranging from student works to professional productions. The lineup includes narrative shorts, documentaries, animated films, music videos, and horror/late-night thrills. Beyond screenings, the event includes Q&A sessions, industry panels, filmmaker receptions, and daily red carpets to foster connections between creators and the community. 0 0 0 410386 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 28 0 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 X 12 11 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 1 1 0 0 1 0 0 X Beth Wilbins 2147200555 110 Leslie Street Suite 200 Dallas TX 75207 Beth Wilbins Chief Executive Officer & Board Member 40 0 X X X X 100000 0 0 Tom Cawthra Board Member 1 X 0 0 0 Damany Daniel Vice Chair 4 0 X X 0 0 0 Mark Denesuk Board Member 1 0 X 0 0 0 Scott Eustace Board Member 1 0 X 0 0 0 Lisa Gallerano Board Member 1 0 X 0 0 0 Mary Hatcher Board Treasurer 4 0 X X 0 0 0 Adam Hilkemann Board Secretary 4 0 X X 0 0 0 Brandon Jones Board Member 1 0 X 0 0 0 Lynn Lewis Board Member 1 0 X 0 0 0 Michael Mayberry Board Chair 4 0 X 0 0 0 Rachel Salinas Director 1 0 X 0 0 0 100000 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 72500 204175 145500 276675 Pass & Ticket Sales 711300 80014 80014 0 0 Film Submissions 711300 97631 97631 0 0 0 0 0 0 177645 7 7 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 454327 177652 0 0 100000 50000 25000 25000 76544 68890 0 7654 5995 5395 0 600 10353 10353 0 0 10854 8141 1085 1628 136 83 19 34 7304 7304 2409 1807 241 361 Production and Program 169137 169137 0 0 Venues 26463 26463 0 0 Festival Staff 62563 62563 0 0 Education and Outreach 250 250 0 0 472008 410386 26345 35277 84205 56734 875 8500 190981 190981 0 0 85080 65234 1265 3250 850 105000 100000 106265 104100 X 0 0 0 0 -21185 -38866 -21185 -38866 85080 65234 -17681 0 0 0 0 0 X 0 0 0 X 241092 123204 270997 292298 274175 1201766 241092 123204 270997 292298 274175 1201766 360357 841409 16 15 7 38 1201804 0.70012 0.71085 X RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 190981 0 190981 0 0 0 0 0 0 X Product and Event and Travel Accomodations 5 145500 Fair Market Value 0 0 0 0 Form 990, Part IV, Line 29 NNon-cash contributions for the fiscal year totaled $467,000. Of that amount, $145,500 (property or assets other than money) is reported in Part IV, Line 29 of Form 990 and $321,500 (services and use of facilities) is included in Schedule O. In the previous year, non-cash contributions totaled $450,000. Of that amount, $136,200 (property or assets other than money) was reported in Part IV, Line 29, with $313,800 (services and use of facilities) in other non-cash contributions. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 11b A final draft of the Form 990 is reviewed by the Finance Committee, which includes the Chairman, CEO and Treasurer, prior to filing. The Form 990 is also distributed to and then approved by the full Board of Directors prior to filing. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 12c A conflict of interest policy is sent to all officers, directors and key employees. A designated group ensures receipt of any conflict disclosures. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 15 The Finance and Governance Committees determine the CEO's salary and make a recommendation to the full Board of Directors which approved the CEO's compensation. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, Line 19 Governing documents, policies and financial statements are available upon request at the Dallas Film Society's office.