The Rogovy Foundation: Miller / Packan Documentary Film Grant
by The Rogovy Foundation
(New York)
The Miller / Packan Documentary Film Fund provides grants to feature-length non-fiction projects that address social issues and inspire others. The Fund supports filmmaking in advanced development (up to $15,000), production and post-production stages (up to $25,000). The Fund is financed through the Rogovy Foundation.
The fund seeks projects that open our eyes through a strong premise, critical thinking, detailed analysis and competing views. Awarded bi-annually, the Fund will award grants totaling $200,000 to between eight and twelve film projects. To be considered for the 2022 Summer Awards, please submit your application by 23:59 EST on May 15th, 2022.
The Fund evaluates your application based upon the following criteria: How compelling your story is, the issue areas being addressed and the strength of your proposal.
Applications from all countries are accepted but the project must have an IRS 501(c) (3) status or a Fiscal Sponsor. All films submitted must be in English or have English subtitles.
About The Rogovy Foundation
The Rogovy Foundation invests in inspired people and nonprofit organizations that are working to help build a more enlightened and harmonious planet. The Foundation sees documentary film as a potent medium which broadens our vision and changes our perspectives. We provide grants to filmmakers who open our eyes.
How to Apply
Applications for the Summer Awards need to be received by May 15th, 2022, with awardees announced in June 2022.
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis via our Online Submission platform accessible from the Rogovy Foundation’s website: rogovy.org. Please check the Eligibility Requirements and Application Guidelines under the Documentary Fund tab.
Further details on the Miller / Packan Film Fund can be found at: rogovy.org
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