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CAAM Documentary Fund

Center for Asian American Media

Foundation

Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

CAAM Documentary Fund

Overview: With support from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB), CAAM provides project funding to independent documentary films by and about the Asian American experience for public television.

Status: CURRENTLY PAUSED - After more than 40 years of supporting filmmakers through funding from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, the CAAM Documentary Fund is currently paused. Please check back for future opportunities.

Focus Areas:

  • Independent documentary films by and about the Asian American experience

  • Projects for public television
  • Historical Impact:

  • Supported filmmakers for over 40 years

  • Funded numerous documentary films and programs about Asian American experiences
  • Note: In 2025, CAAM announced support for 3 new documentary films and 2 new digital series, though specific details are not provided in the available materials.

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