The SFFILM Documentary Film Fund (DFF) supports engaging documentaries in post-production which exhibit compelling stories, intriguing characters, and an original, innovative visual approach. Since its launch in 2011, the SFFILM Documentary Film Fund has distributed more than $900,000 to advance new work by filmmakers nationwide.

DFF grants are awarded once each year to documentary feature projects and are open to filmmakers internationally. The Documentary Film Fund grants its support to approximately 3-4 projects each year with grants of $10,000 – $15,000. As with all SFFILM grants, in addition to the cash awards, recipients will gain access to numerous benefits through the comprehensive and dynamic SFFILM Makers artist development program.

Timeline

• Grant opens Tue, March 4, 2025

• Regular Deadline Mon, June 23, 2025 (Application Fee $30)

• Final Deadline Mon, July 7, 2025 (Application Fee $50)

• Finalists Notified in September 2025

• Recipients Announced in October 2025

Source: https://sffilm.grantplatform.com/