Ravenal Foundation Feature Film Grant

Ravenal Foundation Feature Film Grant

Amount: $7,500

Purpose: Supports a woman second-time feature film director over 40 years of age in the production of a dramatic feature film.

Focus Areas:

Dramatic feature films

Support for pre-production, production, or post-production

Eligibility:

Woman directors over 40 years of age

Second-time feature film directors

Must have previously directed a dramatic feature film OR feature documentary that was:

- Released theatrically in the United States, OR
- Included in a major film festival, OR
- A feature-length television movie shown on a national TV platform

Women who have directed one dramatic feature (theatrical or TV) or more than one feature documentary

U.S. residents

Works must be primarily in English

Special Note:
Addresses ageism and barriers for women directors over 40

Background:
Initiated by filmmaker Cornelia Ravenal. Previous recipients include:

2015: Rachel Feldman for "Ledbetter"

2014: Janet Grillo for "Jack of the Red Hearts"

2016: Debra Kirschner for "Mallwalkers"