What we fund

The AXS Film Fund

While this program is intended for creators in documentary filmmaking or nonfiction new media who identify as living with a disability, particularly those from underserved communities, we welcome applications from all creators regardless of background.

Each year we award up to five creators with grants of up to $10,000 each to assist them in finishing their projects in any stage of production.

Types of Projects

We fund:

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility of Applicants

Applicants must meet the following criteria to be eligible for our grant:

Applicants cannot be enrolled in a full-time degree granting program.
Applicants should be 18 years of age or older to apply.
Applicants should be individuals, however they may have a fiscal sponsor.
Projects are encouraged to be led by individuals who identify as living with a disability, particularly those from underserved communities. However, all applicants are welcome to apply.

Eligibility of Projects

Projects must meet the following criteria to be eligible for our grant:

Projects should be a documentary film or nonfiction new media project.
Documentary projects should be feature length films (experimental nonfiction will be accepted)
The project is in any stage of production (pre-production, production, post production, distribution).
Projects in languages other than English should have English subtitles.

Ineligible Projects

The following projects are ineligible for funding and will NOT be considered:

The applicant and project do not meet the above listed eligibility requirements.
Fiction Projects. Narrative fiction films based on a true story are also not eligible.
Projects in which applicants are hired, employed, or commissioned by another entity.
Projects that meet our criteria, but have an incomplete application and/or are missing supporting materials. AXS Film Fund is not responsible for contacting you about incomplete applications.
Projects submitted after the submission deadline.

Selection Criteria

Projects will be evaluated based upon the following:

The strength of the proposal and artistic approach.
The feasibility of the proposed project.
The ethics and accountability of the project.
A completed application and all requested materials.
A fulfillment of eligibility requirements.