Production Funding from LEF Foundation supports New England filmmakers with shooting and early-stage editing costs to advance independent documentaries with distinctive voices and inventive cinematic form.
Post-production Funding supports New England documentary filmmakers with editing, sound, color correction, and other finishing work to complete films and strengthen recognition of their work.
Harvard FSC – LEF Fellowship supports Boston-area nonfiction filmmakers with project funding, equipment access, and peer feedback to develop short and long-form films for cinema exhibition.
LEF/CIFF Fellowship supports New England documentary filmmakers with project development, mentorship, and industry connections at the Camden International Film Festival to strengthen sustainable careers.
LEF/CIFF Fellowship supports New England documentary filmmaking teams with festival participation, mentor-led project development, and industry connections to sustain their careers.
LEF Flaherty Fellowship supports New England nonfiction filmmakers’ participation in the Flaherty Film Seminar to foster creative exploration, professional development, and lasting collaboration.