Funder: Sundance Institute
Due Dates: May 12, 2026 (Development Track first-round application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Award includes lab participation, mentorship, and select grants; no direct production financing. Financial contribution to Sundance required only if project is produced with a budget over $1.5M.
Summary: Single application for fiction feature screenwriters to access Sundance labs, fellowships, and select grants supporting new independent film voices.
Key Information: Application closes at 4:59 p.m. PT (19:00 MDT) on May 12, 2026; no deadline extensions.