Filmmakers Without Borders: Inviting Applicants for Filmmaking Grants Programme

Deadline: 1 January 2019

Filmmakers Without Borders is seeking applications for its Filmmaking Grants which support independent filmmakers around the world via grants and other funding initiatives. Supported projects include narrative films, documentary films, and new media projects that align with themes of social justice, empowerment, and cultural exchange.

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Filmmakers Without Borders (FWB) is a 501c3 nonprofit organization that is dedicated to empowering the next generation of digital storytellers. FWB filmmaking grants provide funding and support for independent filmmakers to share their stories. Funds are available for narrative, documentary, experimental, and new media projects in various stages of production.

Goals & Objectives

to empower the next generation of digital storytellers
to promote diverse communities and cultures
to share unique perspectives and stories
to support independent voices from around the world

Themes

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Proposed projects should address one of the following themes:

social justice
women’s voices
youth voices
identity
cultural exchange
climate change

Types of Grant

Grants are available for all of the following stages of production:

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Development
Production
Post-production
Film Festival Applications

Funding Information

Grants are available in the following amounts:

Development: $250, $500, $750, or $1000
Production: $500, $1000, $2500, or $5000
Post-production: $250, $500, $1000, or $2500
Film Festival Applications: $100, $250, $500, or $750

Eligibility Requirements

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Applicants from any country are encouraged to apply.
Applicants should be 18+ years old.
Applicants should be proficient in relevant digital technologies.
Applicants should be able to provide samples of their work.
Applications and supporting materials must be produced in English.

NOTE: Completed films may be in any language.

Eligible Projects

Grants are available for all of the following types of projects:

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Short Film Projects (6-40 minutes)
- Narrative
- Documentary
- Animation
- Experimental
Feature Film Projects (90+ minutes)
- Narrative
- Documentary
New Media Projects (various)
- Narrative
- Documentary
- Experimental

How to Apply

Applicants can apply online via given website.

For more information, please visit Filmmakers Without Borders.

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