The Film Funding Blog

At some point, most of us independent film and theater folks have wondered how we're going to fund our projects. Here are true stories from real film- and theatermakers about how they've brought their projects to life. Enjoy!

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Jay Sherer on Nonprofit Film Funding

Jay Sherer discusses the pros and cons of producing short films through a nonprofit.

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Meet the Flatiron Film Project Selection Committee

Meet the film professionals that make up our Spring 2026 Grant Selection Committee.

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Micah Groenevelt Talks American Film Market

Filmmaker Micah Groenevelt shares key takeaways from AFM 2025.

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Graham and Kristina Fuller Lean into Community for Theater Funding

Graham Fuller shares how his community stepped up to make a new musical come to life.

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How Scott Park Self-Funded His Short Film

Writer/Director Scott Park talks about the process of self-funding his short film, Cutter.