The next open cycle for Grant applications is January 25 – March 8, 2026. Learn how to apply for a JFI Grant on this page or by visiting us on FilmFreeway.
The Jewish Film Institute's 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. JFI Grants are highly competitive, and provide meaningful funding support to projects that have the potential to reframe understanding of Jewish cultures and identities. The Grants have awarded $500,000 to 38 projects since 2020 and grantee films have premiered at leading domestic and international film festivals worldwide before expanding their reach to theatrical and streaming audiences.
Applications open annually in January and are announced publicly in August. The next open cycle for Grant applications is January 25 – March 8, 2026.
Register for a free, upcoming info session on Zoom with JFI's Director of Filmmaker Services Marcia Jarmel if you're planning to apply for a 2026 Grant or simply want to learn more about the program, process, and JFI's support for filmmakers.
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Applications are open January 25 – March 8 for the 2026 cycle of JFI grants.
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