Sundance Institute

31/07/2013

Sundance Institute's Documentary Fund and Awards division is a core element of the DFP, granting between $1 and $2 million per year to support U.S. and international contemporary independent documentary films. With submission deadlines in February and July each year, and other special invitation only opportunities, the Fund reviews 1,700-2,000 proposals annually, and grants about 45-55 projects from filmmakers around the world.

To Apply

The Sundance Documentary Fund accepts submissions in three categories.

Development (up to $20,000): There is no reel required with an application, but clips, teasers, trailers, or images are highly encouraged. A previous work sample is required.
Production/Post-Production (up to $50,000): Production/Post-production grants provide funds to projects offering approximately 20 to 75 minutes of edited material for the project being proposed. The reel should convey the narrative and aesthetic approach for the final film. A previous sample work must also be included with the application.
Audience Engagement (up to $20,000): Audience Engagement grants provide previously granted projects funding for strategic audience and community engagement campaigns.

The Sundance Documentary Fund provides grants to filmmakers worldwide for projects that display:

• Artful and innovative storytelling
• Global relevance
• Contemporary social issue
• Potential for social engagement

Contact:
Sundance Institute, 5900 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 800, Los Angeles, CA 90036, USA
Tel: ++1-310-360-1981 - Fax: ++1-310-360-1969
Email: dfp@sundance.orgm

https://www.sundance.org/programs/documentary-fund/