This grant supports Texas-based creators working on short narrative, documentary, animated, or experimental films. Applicants can request up to $10,000 in funding for projects in pre-production, production, or post. The current grant cycle is open to film projects shorter than 40 minutes in length, and filmmakers from all backgrounds who live in the state of Texas are encouraged to apply for up to $10,000 in cash and a few other in-kind awards.

• No application fee

• Cash grants up to $10,000

• A chance to opt into special award packages

• MPS Camera and Lighting Award

• A multi-day camera package rental from MPS Studios (valued up to $10K). Grantees must meet insurance requirements, and the package is subject to availability. MPS must be credited in the final film.

• TBD Color and Conform Award

• An in-kind award for post-production finishing services, including color grading and conforming support. Recipients will need to credit TBD in the film’s credits.