IDA's 2020 round of funding continues! Our Enterprise Documentary Fund development grant supports documentaries that take on in-depth explorations of original, contemporary stories while integrating journalistic practice into the filmmaking process. Shorts, features, series, podcasts, VR and other emerging media formats are all eligible for the fund.
New Round of IDA Funding
IDA Enterprise Documentary Fund
Development Grants of $15,000
In addition to funds, grantees may also receive additional resources depending on the needs of the project. Previous recipients have received pro bono legal support, research and fact-checking support, and consultations with experts and craftspeople.
To get started, read the guidelines and proposal checklist carefully, making sure that you have entered all required items correctly. For questions, please review the FAQ page. Contact with any questions not covered there or pertaining to your project's eligibility.
The application deadline is Monday, October 26, 2020.
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