The countdown is on to apply for the Roy W. Dean Grant for Fall which offers financial assistance as well as production services to emerging and established indie filmmakers. The grant seeks films that are unique, with compelling stories that make a contribution to society. Applications must be received by 11:59 PM on Oct 31st, 2023.
Roy W. Dean Grant: Help to Get Films Started or Finished
The winner will receive a cash prize of $3,000 and thousands more in donated services and film products to assist in production, post-production, marketing, or distribution of their project. The grant, sponsored by top rated 501(c)3 non-profit From the Heart Productions, is open to documentaries, narrative features, short films, and web series. Students are welcome to apply.
Included among the services and products the winner will receive are $15,000 in theme music for their project from award winning composer David Raiklen, $6,000 in animation from Emmy winner Charlie Canfield, $700 one week DSLR camera package rental from Birns & Sawyer, $750 in Grant Writing Services from Karen Everett of New Doc Editing, $600.00 for closed captioning by Cineprosmedia, and much more from many heartfelt donors.
For Students Only: Carole Dorothy Joyce Grant
Still accepting applications is the inaugural Carole Dorothy Joyce Grant. Exclusively for student filmmakers, the winner of the grant will receive $3,000 as well as donated services and goods from companies and individuals in the film industry.
Films must be unique and make a contribution to society. Films can be short or feature length narratives or documentaries, but must be budgeted at $50,000 or less. Student Filmmakers from any country are welcome to apply.
Deadline for submitting projects to the Carole Dorothy Joyce Grant is November 30th 2023.
Every Filmmaker Gets Help for Their Project by Just Applying
A very unique feature of every grant offered by From the Heart Productions is that each applicant is offered a 15-minute consultation on their project. Submitting filmmakers can get advice on how to find funding, build up a database of donors or investors, market their film, and more.
More information on the Roy W. Dean Grants can be found at https://fromtheheartproductions.com/roy-w-dean-film-grants-and-awards/
For any questions, please email info@fromtheheartproductions.com or call 805-984-0098.