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ActiveCenter for Asian American Media (CAAM) · 2026

Documentary Fund Open Call

Quick Facts

Agency: Center for Asian American Media (CAAM)
Funding: Typically between $15,000 and $50,000
Deadline: Check Source
Status: Active
Eligibility: Independent producers for national public television. Documentaries must be intended for public television broadcast.

About This Grant

Documentary Fund Open Call is sponsored by Center for Asian American Media (CAAM). CAAM provides production funding to independent producers for national public television documentaries by and about the Asian American experience.

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Official Opportunity Details

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Building Bridges Documentary Fund - Center for Asian American Media We encourage filmmakers at all levels – emerging, mid-career or veteran–to apply with projects that are feature-length (60 minutes and over), shorts (40 minutes and under), and episodic series.

We fund the following project phases with the stated range of possible funding: Research & Development ($10K to $25K) Production ($50K to $100K) Post-production ($50K to $100K) For further assistance regarding the application process including any accessibility issues, interested applicants can email buildingbridges@caamedia. org with any questions not covered in our FAQ page .

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Eligibility Requirements

Independent producers for national public television. Documentaries must be intended for public television broadcast.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply for Documentary Fund Open Call?

According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Independent producers for national public television. Documentaries must be intended for public television broadcast. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.

How much funding does Documentary Fund Open Call offer?

The current listing shows typically between $15,000 and $50,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.

Who funds Documentary Fund Open Call?

Documentary Fund Open Call is funded by Center for Asian American Media (CAAM). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.

How do I apply for Documentary Fund Open Call?

Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.

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