Deadline: June 1, 2019.

FILMMAKERS WITHOUT BORDERS (FWB) supports 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. FILMMAKERS WITHOUT BORDERS (FWB) is a 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.

 

THEME

Proposed projects should address one of the following themes:

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

ELIGIBILITY

• 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

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

 

GRANTS

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

 

OFFICIAL LINK

 

Filmmakers Without Borders