Film Makers Capacity Workshops and Festival
ID: 354927Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Sri Lanka (DOS-LKA)

Award Range

$25K - $55K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Sri Lanka is offering a federal grant opportunity titled "Film Makers Capacity Workshops and Festival" aimed at enhancing the skills and capacities of young filmmakers, particularly women, in Sri Lanka. The program seeks to provide training and support for emerging filmmakers, culminating in a film-sharing festival that will focus on storytelling around issues of gender, inclusion, and gender-based violence. This initiative is part of a broader effort to empower new voices in the film industry and promote important social narratives. Interested organizations, including not-for-profit entities, civil society groups, think tanks, and educational institutions, can apply for funding ranging from $25,000 to $55,000, with applications due by August 2, 2024. For inquiries, applicants can contact the Grant Management Team at ColomboPDGrants@state.gov.

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