The Islamic Scholarship Fund (ISF) is proud to sponsor the first American Muslim Film Grant supporting Muslim filmmakers to change the narrative and tell their own stories.
Donor Name: Islamic Scholarship Fund
State: All States
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 06/10/2024
Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
ISF initiated the Film Grant program in 2014 to create a stronger narrative of Muslim stories and support Muslim filmmakers. The program has continued to grow and since its founding has awarded $510,000 to promising filmmakers. ISF is now working with a pipeline of over 96 American Muslim filmmakers.
The grant specifically aims to support emerging Muslim filmmakers, who are creating artistic, engaging, and positive stories about their community. The grant is split into two categories: narrative and documentary. In addition to funding, grant recipients will also receive mentorship and networking opportunities from industry professionals to help further the advancement of their script and film.
Funding Information
Grant amounts ranging between $5,000 and $15,000 are awarded to each category (narrative, special projects, and documentary)
- Creative support from an industry professional during creative process
- Networking opportunities with industry professionals
- ISF screening after completion of the film.
Eligibility Criteria
All Muslim filmmakers are eligible for consideration. They review and consider the submission of all candidates regardless of experience, career status, or individual achievements.
- Project may be a narrative feature length, short film, animation, or documentary. Web series are not accepted.
- Filmmaker must film at least 50% of the project in the U.S.
- At least one member of the creative team (producer or director) must be Muslim
- The content must have American Muslim characters or American Muslim themes
- Filmmaker must be a U.S. citizen.
For more information, visit Islamic Scholarship Fund.
