**This application is available by invitation only. If you have not received an invitation, please do not begin an application.**
Welcome to the Sundance Institute Filmmakers Fund application sponsored by Chase Sapphire Reserve®. This opportunity will provide unrestricted grants to filmmakers working on feature-length nonfiction or fiction projects. Grants will range from $10,000 - $15,000 (grant sizes are subject to change per each project’s needs). This fund supports projects in need of critical project advancement funding at any stage. For fiction projects, priority will be given to projects that anticipate being in production in late 2025 or early 2026.
Eligibility Requirements
Filmmaker must be currently working on a feature-length nonfiction or fiction film.
Filmmaker must be a currently-supported artist of the Sundance Institute applying with an actively supported project. Filmmakers may not apply to this fund with a new project that has not been supported by a Sundance Institute Artist Program.
Projects must have a specific identified need for the funds.
Applicant Considerations
Directors with unique perspectives are highly encouraged to apply.
International applicants are welcome to apply.
Timeline:
All applicants can expect to be contacted by late July 2025.
TO NOTE ABOUT THE APPLICATION:
If you prefer to submit this application as a video submission or audio submission, please email artistaccelerator@sundance.org and we can arrange this for you.
- Please note that word counts indicate the maximum limit for your response; however, you are not required to use the full allowance. Concise answers are encouraged.
Sponsored by:
2025 Sundance Institute Filmmakers Fund sponsored by Chase Sapphire Reserve®
**This application is available by invitation only. If you have not received an invitation, please do not begin an application.**
Welcome to the Sundance Institute Filmmakers Fund application sponsored by Chase Sapphire Reserve®. This opportunity will provide unrestricted grants to filmmakers working on feature-length nonfiction or fiction projects. Grants will range from $10,000 - $15,000 (grant sizes are subject to change per each project’s needs). This fund supports projects in need of critical project advancement funding at any stage. For fiction projects, priority will be given to projects that anticipate being in production in late 2025 or early 2026.
Eligibility Requirements
Filmmaker must be currently working on a feature-length nonfiction or fiction film.
Filmmaker must be a currently-supported artist of the Sundance Institute applying with an actively supported project. Filmmakers may not apply to this fund with a new project that has not been supported by a Sundance Institute Artist Program.
Projects must have a specific identified need for the funds.
Applicant Considerations
Directors with unique perspectives are highly encouraged to apply.
International applicants are welcome to apply.
Timeline:
All applicants can expect to be contacted by late July 2025.
TO NOTE ABOUT THE APPLICATION:
If you prefer to submit this application as a video submission or audio submission, please email artistaccelerator@sundance.org and we can arrange this for you.
- Please note that word counts indicate the maximum limit for your response; however, you are not required to use the full allowance. Concise answers are encouraged.
Sponsored by: