The Berkeley FILM Foundation (BFF) is seeking applications for the Narrative Short film 2023 grant cycle.
Donor Name: Berkeley FILM Foundation (BFF)
State: California
City: Berkeley, Emeryville, Albany, El Cerrito, Richmond and Oakland
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 05/15/2023
Size of the Grant: $12,000
Details:
BFF acknowledges that narrative projects involve a different process from non-fiction films, so therefore they are changing their process.
The Berkeley FILM Foundation provides Narrative Short Film grants in the production, post-production and distribution categories.
Funding Information
- Maximum grant request is $12,000. Applicants may submit one project for consideration per funding cycle.
- Grant Awards: Up to $12,000 for general awards. The Saul Zaentz award is $25,000 and The Al Bendich award is $20,000.
Eligibility Criteria
- Filmmaker must work or live in Berkeley, Emeryville, Albany, El Cerrito, Richmond or Oakland.
- Must use a valid street address for application, no P.O. Boxes accepted.
- BFF will not consider a new film proposal from a former grant recipient until the prior funded film is completed.
- Applicant must be:
- The Director or Producer of the film. Organizations may not apply.
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- Be the primary creator of work submitted.
Eligible Genre:
Short Form Narratives (30 minutes or less)
For more information, visit BFF.