CASH PRIZE AND PRIZE FUND

The prize fund is composed of both sponsored prizes and funds collected from entries.
The cash prize may not be enormous, but it serves as a meaningful recognition for the hard work and dedication of the winners. With 30% of the entry fees going towards the prize fund, it has the potential to grow to $7,000 or more as the festival approaches. The winners in each category will receive a portion of the prize fund based on their respective achievements.

Each of the winners will have the opportunity to request a unique, handcrafted VAIF Statue Award as a special memento of their achievement.