The Sarasota Film Festival continues to develop relationships with institutions that reach all facets of the community. Specific year-round programs target independent and student filmmakers, at-risk and underserved youth, and arts organizations in a variety of disciplines and social service agencies.

SFF's Community Partnerships have included:
ALSO Gay Youth Services, Community Foundation of Sarasota County, First Step of Sarasota, Florida Film Commission, Florida Studio Theatre Improv Troupe, Florida West Coast Symphony, Film School of Florida State University, FSU/Asolo Acting Conservatory, Girls Inc., John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, Manatee Community College, Manatee County Arts Council, Museum of Asian Art, Ringling School of Art and Design, Rowlett Magnet School for the Performing Arts, Sarasota County Arts Council, School Board of Sarasota County, The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, United Nations Development Fund for Women, Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, YMCA Community Coalition for Children, Young Professionals Group of the Sarasota Chamber of Commerce.