What we'll cover

How to navigate The Foundation Library and online foundation databases and how to match your film with the funder’s priorities

Successful inquiry techniques and how to find the sweet spot for your ask

How to send inquiries to foundations that don’t publish submission guidelines and how to network with local foundations

Generous time for your questions and open discussion where you can share and collaborate on ideas for your project

Meet Our Experts

Jilann Spitzmiller and Hank Rogerson

Award-winning filmmaking partners and educators

Jilann Spitzmiller and Hank Rogerson are 2-time recipients of Sundance funding, 3-time recipients of ITVS funding, and have won grants and awards from a wide array of foundations and institutions, including the Soros Open Society Foundations.  They have premiered films at Sundance, SXSW, DOCNYC and Edinburgh, and are both past Sundance fellows and have been guest lecturers at places such as MIT Media Lab, NALIP, Doc Camp, USC, Dartmouth College and AFI DOCS. They are long-time instructors at Desktop Documentaries.

Take the Next Step Towards Funding Success

Join this session to gain invaluable insights, overcome funding challenges, and pave the way for your project's success.

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