Calling all filmmakers! It's time to submit your film to the Jewish Film Institute's 2027 Grants cycle. Application guidelines and questions are on this page.
Phase 1 Early Deadline: November 6, 2026
Phase 1 Final Deadline: December 3, 2026
Invitations Sent to Submit Phase 2 Proposals: February 5, 2027
Phase 2 Application Deadline: March 3, 2027
Notification Deadline: July 17, 2027
Announcement Date: August 2027
JFI Grants provide finishing funds to original, independent films and media projects that explore Jewish history, life, culture, and identity with nuance and complexity. Projects eligible for consideration include narratives, documentaries, shorts, episodic programs, or web series in all genres.