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ActiveWim Wenders Foundation and Film- und Medienstiftung NRW · 2026

Wim Wenders Grant

Quick Facts

Agency: Wim Wenders Foundation and Film- und Medienstiftung NRW
Funding: Not specified, enables filmmakers to realize innovative and unconventional projects
Deadline: Check Source
Status: Active
Eligibility: Young filmmakers with innovative and unconventional projects. Further information and documents are available on the Film- und Medienstiftung NRW website.

About This Grant

Wim Wenders Grant is sponsored by Wim Wenders Foundation and Film- und Medienstiftung NRW. This grant is awarded annually to young filmmakers to support innovative cinematic narration and enable them to realize innovative and unconventional projects.

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Film- und Medienstiftung NRW Wim Wenders Grant - Film und Medien Stiftung NRW Film und Medien Stiftung NRW ➝ Funding ➝ Grants / Awards ➝ Wim Wenders Grant In cooperation with the Wim Wenders Foundation, the Film- und Medienstiftung NRW supports the Wim Wenders Grant as a way of promoting innovative cinematic storytelling. The Grant supports projects and talents that impress with their outstanding creativity.

Applications are accepted from filmmakers with their first place of residence in Germany, and from NRW in particular. What are the funding conditions? The grant is endowed with up to 100,000 Euros in total and supports young filmmakers in developing projects with an individual visual language and special technical means.

Support is given to fictional and documentary film ideas with an original cinematic approach concerning content and visuality. The grant supports the development of the respective project. A visual and narrative concept, budget, an audiovisual reference project from the filmmaker and a short video pitch are required for submission.

The support is provided in the form of a grant. A consultation is required before submitting the application. Information and documents required for the application will be given during your consultation.

There is one call for projects each year. The funding decisions are taken by Wim Wenders and a team of advisers.

Eligibility Requirements

Young filmmakers with innovative and unconventional projects. Further information and documents are available on the Film- und Medienstiftung NRW website.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply for Wim Wenders Grant?

According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Young filmmakers with innovative and unconventional projects. Further information and documents are available on the Film- und Medienstiftung NRW website. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.

Who funds Wim Wenders Grant?

Wim Wenders Grant is funded by Wim Wenders Foundation and Film- und Medienstiftung NRW. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.

How do I apply for Wim Wenders Grant?

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

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