APPLICATION

Please complete the application to be considered. Filmmakers may apply or be invited to apply from December 15, 2024 - January 31, 2025.

The Ash Christian Short Filmmaking Program Application

Before completing this application, please be advised you cannot start this application and save the information to come back to it later. You must complete this application in one visit, so be sure to have all necessary materials ready when you apply.

Personal Information

Full Name

Email

Phone

Position

Current City/State

Have you directed a short film before?

Yes

No

If yes to above, please list your most recent work.

Project Details

Project Title

Genre (limit to three)

Estimated Run-Time (20-minute maximum runtime allowed.)

Project Stage

Development

Pre-Production

Production

Post-Production

Logline (50-word maximum)

Synopsis (500-word maximum)

What inspired this story? (250-word maximum)

How does your project align with the mission of the Ash Christian Film Foundation which helps to elevate BIPOC and LGBTQ voices? (250-word maximum)

Budget and Resources

Total estimated budget

Amount already secured

How would you utilize the $1,000 grant? Please be specific. (250-word maximum)

Mentorship Needs

What specific challenges do you anticipate facing with this project? (250-word maximum)

What are your goals for this project beyond completion? (250-word maximum)

Timeline

Proposed production start date

Estimated completion date

Please provide a brief production timeline (250-word maximum)

Additional Required Materials

Link to previous work (1 of 3 allowed)

Link to previous work (2 of 3 allowed)

Link to previous work (3 of 3 allowed)

Project mood board or visual references (Must be in the form of a SINGLE video, image, or .PDF file.)

Current draft of screenplay (.PDF file only)

Director's statement (500-word maximum)

Agreement

By submitting my script and related materials ("Materials") to The Ash Christian Film Foundation Shorts Program ("ACFF"), I hereby acknowledge and agree to the following:

This is an original project.

I am the sole owner and author of the Materials, or have obtained all necessary rights to submit them. I warrant that my Materials are original, do not infringe upon any third party rights, and that I have the right to enter into this agreement.

I grant ACFF, its judges, employees, and affiliates the right to read, review, and evaluate the Materials for consideration in the Shorts Program.

I understand that ACFF receives numerous submissions and may currently have or previously received materials similar to mine. ACFF has the right to develop and produce projects with similar themes, plots, characters, or ideas without obligation to me.

I release ACFF from any claims relating to the use of my Materials, including but not limited to claims of plagiarism, breach of implied contract, or breach of confidentiality.

ACFF's review of the Materials does not create any confidential or fiduciary relationship between myself and ACFF.

I commit to completing the project within one year of receiving the grant.

I agree to credit The Ash Christian Shorts Filmmaking Program in the film.

I understand that selection decisions are final.

Signature

Date

About the Program

Each year the program will award funding to two or more filmmakers in efforts to support an original film project. Filmmakers may apply or be invited to apply through our website portal. Along with funding the program will provide each award recipient with mentoring from seasoned industry professionals in various aspects of filmmaking including producing, budget structure, editing, submission to film festivals, and social impact.

The program is made possible by the generous support of: Kristin Canty and Woods Hill Pier 4, Author and Actor Christy Cashman, Matt Kugelman, Coleman Lannum, Pamela Montgomery, DKR Films, East End Books, and New Globe Films.

Ash’s first film, FAT GIRLS, premiered at the Provincetown Film Festival when Ash was only 20 years old. Since then, he has been a close friend to the festival, premiering several of his films here over the years, joining our advisory board, and co-producing our annual film financing forum, and drawing upon his vast networks of industry leaders to mentor and support the work of underserved filmmakers.

Upon his death in the fall of 2020, friends, colleagues, family members, and other principals in his company Cranium Entertainment approached the film society about serving as the fiscal sponsors to a shorts filmmaking program that Ash was already in the process of organizing.

Since announcing the program, nearly $30,000 in pledges and donations have been raised, including funds from Ash’s mother, who donated Ash’s SAG residuals to the program; almost 100 industry professionals have agreed to serve as mentors, a mentorship library with interviews covering a wide range of topics has been set up; Camp Lightbulb has agreed to host workshops; and after engaging in a submission process and several interviews, the first annual fellowship was awarded to San Kann.

As part of the fellowship program, the filmmaker is invited to attend the festival and stay at the Mary Heaton Vorse House with a planned screening at the same venue.

Short Filmmaking Program Sponsors

Donate to the Shorts Program

At The Ash Christian Film Foundation, we are passionate about nurturing new voices and innovative storytelling. Our Shorts Program is dedicated to supporting emerging filmmakers in creating powerful short films that leave a lasting impact.

Our Shorts Program offers budding filmmakers the resources, mentorship, and platform they need to bring their unique stories to life. Through this initiative, we aim to foster creativity, celebrate diversity, and inspire audiences with fresh perspectives.

Fund a Need

Your support is crucial to the success of our Shorts Program. By contributing to our Fund a Need initiative, you can directly impact the journey of a filmmaker. Here are the key areas where your donations can make a difference:

Travel Stipend per Filmmaker @ $1,500 - Help filmmakers travel to essential locations for filming, festivals, and networking events. Your contribution ensures they have the opportunity to showcase their work and connect with industry professionals.
Filmmaker Stipend per Filmmaker @ $1,000 - Provide financial support to cover living expenses, allowing filmmakers to focus on their craft. This stipend empowers them to dedicate their time and energy to creating compelling short films without financial stress.
Meals @ $500 - Provide financial support to cover meals for filmmakers as they work to create.

ACFF is a non-profit 501c3. EIN number 88-3114732. Donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowable.

Support The Ash Christian Film Foundation Shorts Program

At The Ash Christian Film Foundation, we are dedicated to supporting emerging filmmakers and celebrating unique storytelling. Our mission is to nurture talent and bring compelling narratives to life, creating a diverse and vibrant film community. Your sponsorship plays a crucial role in realizing this vision.

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