Fund · International Documentary Association (IDA)

Pare Lorentz Documentary Fund

Next call not out yet. Usually closes in August

IDA paused this fund and says it will reopen in late 2026 with a new theme favouring films near completion and approaching a premiere. IDA's other open calls, including the Enterprise Documentary Fund, show no current cycle.

Who can apply

Feature documentaries on US issues such as the natural environment, justice or pressing social problems.

What you get

$95,000 in annual grants

Formats

Documentary, Feature

Checked against International Documentary Association (IDA)'s own page. Dates and fees can change, so read their call before you apply.