Loreen Arbus Disability Awareness Grant
Funding Amount
$7,500
Deadline
June 15, 2026
67 days left
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Loreen Arbus Disability Awareness Grant
Amount: $7,500
Purpose: Film completion grant awarded to a woman filmmaker for a film on physical or developmental disability issues.
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Background:
Established by NYWIFT through the generosity of Loreen Arbus. Previous recipients include Lara Stolman (2015) for "Swim Team" and Jennifer Redfearn (2014) for "Tocando La Luz (Touch the Light)".
How to Apply
Application Process
1. Submit application online at www.nywift.org
2. Provide information about the film project
3. Demonstrate that principal photography is complete
4. Show work-in-progress status
Deadline: June 15 annually
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