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Sundance Documentary Fund is a core element of the Sundance Documentary Film Program, granting between $1 and $2 million per year to support US and international contemporary independent documentary films. With submission deadlines in February and July each year, the Fund reviews 1,700-2,000 proposals annually, and grants about 45-55 projects from filmmakers around the world based on recommendation from a committee of human rights experts and film professionals. In funding such work, the Sundance Documentary Fund encourages the diverse exchange of ideas that is crucial to fostering an open society and public dialogue about contemporary issues.

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 application is now open for the spring 2013 cycle. The online application and postmark deadline for the spring 2013 round is February 5th, 2013.

• Click here to apply

Location Name:  Sundance Institute

Address: Los Angeles, CA