Ocean Storytelling Film Grant
Forecasted
The Ocean Storytelling Film Grant from Save Our Seas Foundation funds emerging filmmakers to create cinematic short films focused on marine science and conservation.
Funder: Save Our Seas Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (full application/closing date, projected)
Funding Amounts: $50,000 for the production of a short film (up to 20 minutes); additional $2,000 cash prize for the winner.
Summary: Supports early-career filmmakers to create visually compelling short films that highlight marine conservation issues.
Key Information: For emerging filmmakers with ≤5 years professional experience; especially encourages women and underrepresented communities.
Description
The Ocean Storytelling Film Grant, offered by the Save Our Seas Foundation, is designed to empower early-career and emerging filmmakers to create short films (up to 20 minutes) that tell engaging, cinematic stories about ocean life, marine conservation, and the communities that depend on marine environments. The grant aims to elevate new voices and perspectives, using the power of storytelling to inspire action and raise awareness around critical marine conservation issues.
Applicants are encouraged to propose films that are visually stunning and focus on any aspect of the ocean, from wildlife to fisheries to human communities. The program is committed to fostering diversity and especially welcomes applications from women and individuals from underrepresented backgrounds.
