Bid for a Cause: Support MOSTRA XVII Through Our Silent Auction
Every year, the MOSTRA Brazilian Film Festival brings powerful stories to Chicago, connecting audiences with films that inspire dialogue, celebrate Brazilian culture, and explore important social issues. As we prepare for MOSTRA XVII, we’re inviting our community to be part of something that extends beyond the screen — a Silent Auction that helps make this incredible event possible.
Whether you’re a longtime supporter of Partners of the Americas São Paulo–Illinois or discovering MOSTRA for the first time, the auction offers a fun and meaningful way to contribute while taking home something special.
Why a Silent Auction?
As a nonprofit organization, Partners of the Americas São Paulo–Illinois relies on the generosity of our community to expand educational, cultural, and people-to-people exchanges between Brazil and the United States.
Funds raised through the Silent Auction directly support the organization of MOSTRA XVII Brazilian Film Festival, helping us continue our mission of promoting Brazilian cinema, fostering cultural understanding, and creating opportunities for filmmakers and audiences to engage in conversations about social consciousness.
Every bid helps bring meaningful stories to life.
Discover Unique Items
Our online Silent Auction features a thoughtfully curated collection of items donated by members of our community and generous supporters. Bidders will find:
- Brazilian handcrafted gifts
- Fine crystal and decorative serving pieces
- Traditional Japanese and Korean tableware
- Handmade wooden coasters and artisan accessories
- Children’s gift sets
- Brazilian fashion items
- Original Brazilian cultural pieces, including a feathered headpiece
- Home and lifestyle items
With starting bids beginning as low as $10, there’s something for every budget—and every purchase supports a great cause.
Easy to Participate
Joining the auction is simple:
- Go to our Silent Auction website.
- Register online to bid.
- Browse the available items.
- Place your bids on your favorite pieces.
- Check back throughout the auction to see if you’ve been outbid.
- Win unique items while supporting cultural programming in our community.
The auction will remain open through November 30, 2026, giving everyone plenty of time to participate.
Celebrate Brazilian Cinema
MOSTRA XVII will take place in Chicago from November 7–21, 2026, continuing its tradition of presenting films that spark conversation and celebrate Brazil’s rich artistic diversity. This year’s festival will once again showcase compelling stories under the theme of “Films with Social Conscience.”
Every auction bid helps make this celebration of Brazilian cinema possible. Join now.
Join Us
Your participation is more than a bid—it’s an investment in cultural exchange, education, and the arts.
Whether you’re bidding on a handcrafted keepsake, a unique gift, or a beautiful piece for your home, you’ll be helping Partners of the Americas São Paulo–Illinois continue building bridges between Brazil and Illinois through programs like MOSTRA.
Browse the Silent Auction, place your bids, and help us make MOSTRA XVII our most successful festival yet.
Thank you for supporting Brazilian culture, independent filmmaking, and the power of international partnership. We look forward to seeing you—online at the auction and in Chicago this November for MOSTRA XVII Brazilian Film Festival.
