[Sundance Institute](https://www.sundance.org)

October 2026 (Application deadline, projected)

Up to $25,000 per project; supports either post-production or impact campaign activities.

Provides completion grants to U.S.-based filmmakers amplifying U.S. Muslim narratives, supporting projects at the stage between festival acceptance and premiere.

All dates are projected; confirm on the program page before applying.

--- ## Description The Building Bridges Completion Fund, part of the Sundance Institute Artist Accelerator, is designed to support U.S.-based directors, writers, and producers working on feature films, short films, or episodic projects that amplify the universality and distinctiveness of U.S. Muslim narratives. Launched in 2024 with support from the Doris Duke Foundation, this fund provides up to $25,000 per project for either post-production or impact campaign efforts. Its aim is to help filmmakers maximize the opportunity between festival acceptance and premiere, enabling them to complete their projects or expand their reach through strategic impact campaigns. The fund is intended as a vital resource for artists seeking to enhance their festival experience and develop sustainable distribution strategies. --- ## Due Dates - October 2026 (anticipated/projected application deadline for Building Bridges Completion Fund) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Grants of up to $25,000 per project. - Funding can be used for either post-production support or impact campaign activities. - Typically awarded as non-recoupable grants. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be U.S.-based directors, writers, or producers. - Eligible projects include feature films, short films, or episodic projects. - Projects must amplify U.S. Muslim narratives, highlighting both their universality and distinctiveness. - While not explicitly stated for this fund, Sundance Artist Accelerator programs often prioritize projects previously supported by a Sundance Institute program (such as Feature Film, Documentary, Episodic, Ignite, Indigenous, or Artist Accelerator programs). --- ## Application Process - Applications are submitted through the Sundance Institute's Artist Accelerator portal. - Review the official [Building Bridges Completion Fund information](https://www.sundance.org/artist-accelerator/#aa-bridges-completion-popup) for up-to-date guidelines and application instructions. - Prepare to outline your project's alignment with the fund’s focus on U.S. Muslim narratives and specify whether funds are requested for post-production or impact campaign efforts. - Applicants may be asked to provide project samples, budgets (including accessibility costs), and narrative statements per the Nonfiction Core Application Proposal Checklist. --- ## Additional Information - The fund is developed with support from the Doris Duke Foundation. - The Artist Accelerator Program offers additional resources, mentorship, and a community of independent storytellers. - Application support resources, such as the Nonfiction Core Application Proposal Checklist and Impact Application Checklist, are available to standardize and streamline the process for filmmakers. - For examples of previously supported projects and more about the Artist Accelerator, see the [program overview](https://www.sundance.org/artist-accelerator/). --- ## External Links - [Building Bridges Completion Fund Details (Sundance Institute)](https://www.sundance.org/artist-accelerator/#aa-bridges-completion-popup) - [Artist Accelerator Program Overview](https://www.sundance.org/artist-accelerator/) - [Sundance Institute – Apply](https://www.sundance.org/apply/) - [Nonfiction Core Application Proposal Checklist](https://www.sundance.org/artist-accelerator/#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dpopup%3Aopen%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6IjM1MzU5IiwidG9nZ2xlIjpmYWxzZX0%3D) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact | |--------------------------|--------------------------------------------| | General inquiries | [institute@sundance.org](mailto:institute@sundance.org) | | Application support | [Sundance Institute Support](https://www.sundance.org/support) | ---

Building Bridges Completion Fund

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