Stowe Story Labs Short Film Production Grant
Opportunity type: Grant
For: Filmmakers
Deadline:16/12/25
Rewards: $50,000 production grant + mentorship, festival and distribution support
Location Eligibility: Worldwide
About this opportunity
Stowe Story Labs invites filmmakers to apply for its $50,000 Curated Short Film Production Grant, supporting the creation of a 10-minute narrative short film. The program offers not only production funding but also comprehensive mentorship through every stage of filmmaking — from development to festival distribution. The initiative is open to both emerging and experienced filmmakers with a compelling short film script.
Rewards
- $50,000 USD grant for production of a 10-minute narrative short film
- Mentorship in all production phases by producer Liz Cardenas
- Festival submission and distribution support via WeShort
- Consultation with Seed&Spark on crowdfunding, pitching, and distribution
- Discounted ARRI camera package
- Meeting with HanWay Films Acquisitions Manager Joe Jeffreys (for finalists and winner)
- Festival benefits: fee waivers for Pittsburgh Shorts and Seattle International Film Festival
- Invitation to join the Portrait filmmaker community
- Complimentary Film Fatales membership for eligible filmmakers
Eligibility
- Open to international filmmakers (script must be in English)
- Applicants may apply individually or as a team
- No prior production experience required
- Script must be approximately 10 pages and designed for a 10-minute short film
- Projects should have limited locations, few characters, and minimal stunts/effects
Entry Fee
- Early Bird (15/09/25): $65
- Regular (15/11/25): $75
- Late (16/12/25): $85
How to Apply
Apply using the link: Stowe Story Labs Curated Short Film Production Grant
All questions regarding this competition should be sent to info@stowestorylabs.org
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