AXS Film Fund
An annual grant from AXS Lab (a 501(c)(3) nonprofit) supporting independent documentary filmmakers and nonfiction new-media creators living with disabilities, with priority for creators from historically underserved racial and ethnic communities. Awards up to $10,000 to 3–5 creators per year to help finish projects at any stage of production.
Deadline
31 July 2026
Verified 4 days ago
Cost
Free to apply
Format
Documentary films & nonfiction new media — feature-length (45+ min) or experimental nonfiction, any production stage (development to distribution).
Eligibility
Individual creators 18+ who are the director or producer of the project and are not enrolled in a full-time degree-granting program. Creators living with a disability — particularly from historically underserved racial and ethnic communities — are especially encouraged to apply (encouraged, not strictly required). Open internationally: no country, residency or citizenship restriction, so African filmmakers are eligible. Non-English projects must include English subtitles. Fiscal sponsors are permitted.
What You Get
A grant of up to $10,000 (3–5 creators selected each year) to support a project at any stage of production, plus visibility through AXS Lab.
What to Submit
Apply online through the AXS Film Fund portal (axsfilmfundapply.smapply.us): project details, a work sample/video component, and current production stage. No letter of inquiry required.
Insider Tips
Center disabled creators in key creative and leadership roles; clearly state your project's stage and exactly what the grant will help you complete; emphasize authentic representation of underserved communities.
Submission portal opens 1 June 2026 — applications close 31 July 2026.
Verify dates and eligibility on the official website before applying.
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