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Devorah Foundation |
The application period for the 2009 Devorah grant will be commencing in March 2009. The deadline for submission is September 1, 2009.
The Devorah Foundation is a fund which will support special projects, training, professional development and/or mentorship opportunities for emerging women filmmakers and/or emerging WIF film/TV communities around the world.
Once a year, a small committee will award a grant to an individual woman, a new chapter of Women in Film and TV, or a group of women in a developing filmmaking region which will facilitate their/her growth as a member of the international filmmaking community.
Founded by former WIFTI Chair and TV/Film Producer Ina Fichman, the Devorah Foundation is a tribute to her late Grandmother Deborah Tietolman who generously supported those in need with grace, dignity and compassion.
Types of grants: what we will fund:
One grant of $1,500 USD will be awarded on an annual basis. Grants can be used for individual professional development opportunities (including, but not limited to travel grants to attend festivals or workshops, mentorship opportunities, skills development, marketing expenses for films/videos from first-time filmmakers); for special projects to assist a group of women in an emerging film community (including, but not limited to training programs, special screenings); or for new/emerging Women in Film and Television chapters to assist in the launch and formation of their group(nb. In this case priority will be given to chapters outside of North America, Europe, Australia and New Zealand).
In general, grants will not be allocated to cover salaries or general administrative costs.
The Devorah Foundation aims to support projects whose goal is to improve
the well-being of women who work in film, television and new media including
those that
• promote economic self-sufficiency of women in the industry;
• assist women to make their own decisions and take control of their lives;
• teach women to become leaders;
• inspire senior women to become role models for emerging women in
film and television;
• eliminate gender discrimination.
• promote the values and objectives of WIFTI
Restrictions We do not offer grants to/for:
• discretionary or emergency requests
• colleges or universities
• academic research projects
• religious programs
• Capital or endowment campaigns or building funds;
• Advertising;
• Political campaigns or causes.
Eligibility for grants
Individuals and not-for-profit organizations worldwide are eligible to apply. Individuals must have less than 3 years of experience working professionally in film, television or new media. Innovative approaches and projects with limited access to other funding are encouraged to apply.
How to apply
The application process to the Devorah Foundation begins with the completion of an online application found at www.wifti.org
Applicants will be required to complete:
1. A project description;
2. Outcomes expected from this initiative;
3. A brief overview of your budget, income sources and
expenses for this project.
If an organization is applying for the grant, it must also include:
1. a description of your group, its history and any supporting
materials (press clippings, examples of previous activities, bios of those involved
in your organization)
2. Two (2) letters of support from established filmmakers in your
community or film/tv associations in your region.
If an individual woman is applying for the grant, you must also include:
1. a complete cv/bio
2. Two (2) letters of reference from established filmmakers in your
community supporting both you and your project
Deadlines
The Foundation will accept applications until September 1, 2009
Selection Process
A panel, including international filmmakers, WIFTI Board members, and the founder of the Devorah Foundation will review all applications and award the grant.
Obligations of Grant recipient:
1) Projects which receive money from the Devorah Foundation must mention the Foundation in its press materials, print materials or any other materials associated with the initiative supported which should read: This project was made possible by a grant from The Devorah Foundation of Women in Film and Television International.
2) The recipient must prepare a 1-3 page report or article that will appear in an issue of the WIFTI newsletter.
To apply for the Devorah Foundation grant click here.
For additional information, please contact us via the web form on our website www.wifti.org.