The AXS Film Fund is officially inviting applications for its latest grant cycle, continuing its mission to empower creators of color living with disabilities.
Founded to address the historical underrepresentation of diverse voices in media, the fund seeks to bridge the gap for storytellers navigating the intersection of disability and racial identity.
By prioritizing non-fiction media, the initiative aims to bring authentic perspectives to the forefront of the industry.
This call for applications serves as a vital resource for filmmakers looking to break through systemic barriers and gain control over their creative narratives.
Funding and benefits
Successful applicants will receive significant financial support to advance their projects, with the fund awarding grants of up to $10,000 to each recipient.
Every year, the organization selects between three and five creators to benefit from this dedicated funding pool.
One of the key advantages of this program is its versatility, as funding is available for works at any stage of production.
Whether a creator is in the early research phase or moving through post-production, the grant is designed to provide the necessary boost to see a documentary or new media project to completion.
Application requirements and eligibility
The fund specifically targets documentary filmmakers and non-fiction new media creators who identify as living with a disability.
While all backgrounds are considered, there is a particular emphasis on supporting individuals from historically underserved racial and ethnic communities.
While AXS Film Fund welcomes applications from collaborative teams, they strongly encourage submissions where a disabled creator holds a primary leadership role in the project.
This approach ensures that the storytelling remains rooted in the lived experiences of those the fund was created to serve.
Deadline
The submission window is time-sensitive, with the online application portal scheduled to open on June 1, 2026.
Interested creators have exactly two months to finalize their materials, as the portal will officially close on July 31, 2026.
Applicants are not required to submit Letters of Inquiry and should apply directly through the digital portal.
Once the deadline passes, submissions will undergo a multi-stage review process, starting with internal eligibility checks before moving to an external committee of expert panelists.
To apply, visit The AXS Film Fund call page. Visit our global opportunity page for more than.
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