Fiscal Sponsorship
Fiscal Sponsorship · Fiscal Sponsor · TX-Connected Filmmakers · Program ending August 2026
Texas's flagship film nonprofit, founded by Richard Linklater. AFS has stopped accepting new fiscal sponsorship inquiries and applications; the program winds down in August 2026. Existing sponsored projects continue under AFS. Pairs sponsorship with grant access via the AFS Grant program and a strong regional filmmaker network.
Best for: Texas's flagship film nonprofit, founded by Richard Linklater. AFS has stopped accepting new fiscal sponsorship inquiries and applications; the program winds down in August 2026. Existing sponsored projects continue under AFS. Pairs sponsorship with grant access via the AFS Grant program and a strong regional filmmaker network.
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Fiscal Sponsorship
Fiscal Sponsorship · Fiscal Sponsor · Documentary Only · National · Rolling · 7% Fee
Documentary-only fiscal sponsor founded in 1981. Extensive experience with broadcast PBS deliverables, foundation grants, and educational distribution. Hands-on producer support, contract review, and budget guidance, particularly strong for first-time feature directors.
Best for: Documentary-only fiscal sponsor founded in 1981. Extensive experience with broadcast PBS deliverables, foundation grants, and educational distribution. Hands-on producer support, contract review, and budget guidance, particularly strong for first-time feature directors.
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Fiscal Sponsorship
Fiscal Sponsorship · Fiscal Sponsor · Mid-Atlantic Docs · Rolling · 7% Fee
Washington DC-area nonprofit specifically built for documentary filmmakers. Combines fiscal sponsorship with intensive editorial feedback programs, work-in-progress screenings, and peer mentorship. Strong fit for filmmakers who want craft support alongside the 501(c)(3) umbrella.
Best for: Washington DC-area nonprofit specifically built for documentary filmmakers. Combines fiscal sponsorship with intensive editorial feedback programs, work-in-progress screenings, and peer mentorship. Strong fit for filmmakers who want craft support alongside the 501(c)(3) umbrella.
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Fiscal Sponsorship
Fiscal Sponsorship · Fiscal Sponsor · Cross-Cultural · Social Issue · North America · Rolling
Fiscal sponsorship for documentary and educational media projects with cross-cultural or social issue focus. North America-based filmmakers only. Accepts projects from planning through impact campaign stages. 6% fee on most contributions. Rolling applications.
Best for: Fiscal sponsorship for documentary and educational media projects with cross-cultural or social issue focus. North America-based filmmakers only. Accepts projects from planning through impact campaign stages. 6% fee on most contributions. Rolling applications.
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Fiscal Sponsorship
Fiscal Sponsorship · Fiscal Sponsor · Documentary & Narrative · All Stages · International
Open to independent narrative and documentary projects of any length at any stage. Non-US applicants welcome. Includes access to Film Independent membership benefits, Spirit Awards voting, networking events, and educational resources. Must plan to raise minimum $10,000.
Best for: Open to independent narrative and documentary projects of any length at any stage. Non-US applicants welcome. Includes access to Film Independent membership benefits, Spirit Awards voting, networking events, and educational resources. Must plan to raise minimum $10,000.
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Fiscal Sponsorship · Fiscal Sponsor · All Arts & Film · National · Rolling · 8% Fee
One of the largest fiscal sponsors in the US, over 4,000 sponsored projects spanning film, performing arts, and visual art. Online-first platform, fast onboarding, and an automated donation portal. Accepts documentary projects at any stage; non-exclusive sponsorship lets you keep your own LLC.
Best for: One of the largest fiscal sponsors in the US, over 4,000 sponsored projects spanning film, performing arts, and visual art. Online-first platform, fast onboarding, and an automated donation portal. Accepts documentary projects at any stage; non-exclusive sponsorship lets you keep your own LLC.
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Fiscal Sponsorship · Fiscal Sponsor · All Film Types · Boutique · Personalised Support
Boutique fiscal sponsorship with hands-on personalised guidance from board members and staff. Sliding scale fees (6-7%). Crowdfunding support for Kickstarter, Seed&Spark, and Indiegogo campaigns included. Expert help creating personalised fundraising strategies.
Best for: Boutique fiscal sponsorship with hands-on personalised guidance from board members and staff. Sliding scale fees (6-7%). Crowdfunding support for Kickstarter, Seed&Spark, and Indiegogo campaigns included. Expert help creating personalised fundraising strategies.
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Fiscal Sponsorship
Fiscal Sponsorship · United States / International
Fiscal sponsorship pathway for documentary projects seeking tax-deductible donations and foundation funding eligibility.
Best for: Documentary projects raising philanthropic support
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Fiscal Sponsorship
Fiscal Sponsorship · Fiscal Sponsor · Film & Arts · National · Quarterly Review · 8% Fee
A 50-year-old fiscal sponsor with one of the most credible track records in the US. Supports artists across film, visual arts, and performance. Quarterly application review. Strong infrastructure for grant writing, donor reporting, and foundation eligibility.
Best for: A 50-year-old fiscal sponsor with one of the most credible track records in the US. Supports artists across film, visual arts, and performance. Quarterly application review. Strong infrastructure for grant writing, donor reporting, and foundation eligibility.
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Fiscal Sponsorship · Fiscal Sponsor · Social Impact · Any Stage · Global · 7% Fee
Global social impact media institute offering fiscal sponsorship for documentary and creative impact projects. No application or membership fees, 7% administration fee on disbursements only. Open to all filmmakers regardless of background or credits. Rolling applications.
Best for: Global social impact media institute offering fiscal sponsorship for documentary and creative impact projects. No application or membership fees, 7% administration fee on disbursements only. Open to all filmmakers regardless of background or credits. Rolling applications.
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Distribution / Fiscal Sponsorship
Fiscal Sponsorship · United States / International
Nonprofit support for independent film distribution, education, fiscal sponsorship, and filmmaker strategy.
Best for: Independent distribution education and fiscal-sponsorship-related support
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Fiscal Sponsorship
Fiscal Sponsorship · Fiscal Sponsor · Independent Film · National · Rolling · 8% Fee
The org formerly known as IFP, fiscal sponsorship for independent narrative and documentary projects from a respected industry institution. Comes with access to The Gotham's industry programs, Gotham Awards eligibility consideration, and a strong NYC-based filmmaker community.
Best for: The org formerly known as IFP, fiscal sponsorship for independent narrative and documentary projects from a respected industry institution. Comes with access to The Gotham's industry programs, Gotham Awards eligibility consideration, and a strong NYC-based filmmaker community.
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Fiscal Sponsorship
Fiscal Sponsorship · United States / International
Fiscal sponsorship and support for women filmmakers and media makers.
Best for: Women-led film and media projects seeking nonprofit funding access
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