Grant for Independent Filmmakers Supporting Social Impact Stories in Arkansas (USA)
GrantID: 74787
Grant Funding Amount Low: $15,000
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: $15,000
Summary
This grant program is designed to support nonfiction filmmakers from the Southern United States. It provides assistance to filmmakers in the production phase of their documentary projects. Eligible applicants must be 18 years or older, possess a U.S. Social Security number or federal tax ID, and not be currently enrolled in a film school or seeking funds for a student project. Applicants must reside in or have strong roots in Southern states, including Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, or West Virginia.
Selected filmmakers receive $15,000 each to support documentary projects currently in production. The funding can be used for various production-related expenses, but does not cover research, development, post-production, distribution, or engagement/impact campaigns. The total funding pool is $105,000, distributed among seven filmmakers.
Applications are accepted during a specified period each year. Proposals are evaluated based on alignment with the program’s mission, clarity and research behind the project, feasibility of the budget and fundraising plan, qualifications of the team, and understanding of the target audience.
This grant opportunity enables Southern filmmakers to receive financial support for documentary projects, fostering the development and visibility of regional stories and voices in the documentary film industry.
Those working in Science, Technology Research & Development and located in Arkansas may meet the eligibility criteria for this grant. To browse other funding opportunities suited to your focus areas, visit The Grant Portal and try the Search Grant tool.
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