Fund · Chicken & Egg Films

Research & Development Grant

Next call not out yet. Usually closes in February

Grants for feature documentaries in research or development, including hybrid docs. The next call is tentatively set to open in December 2026, with the regular deadline usually in early February.

Who can apply: Women and gender-expansive directors with at least one completed feature documentary, based anywhere outside US-sanctioned countries.
Fee: $20 early bird, $35 regular (2026 cycle); limited waivers
What you get: $10,000 research grants or $20,000 development grants
Formats: Documentary, Feature

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Checked against Chicken & Egg Films's own page. Dates and fees can change, so read their call before you apply.