Championing Southern Stories

Southern Documentary Fund (SDF) is a trusted partner for veteran, emerging, and first time documentary makers across our region, helping them direct their lenses and microphones at powerful Southern stories and critical issues.

Support the Southern Documentary Convening

Support the Southern Documentary Convening and empower Southern filmmakers with vital workshops, mentorship, and industry connections. Your donation helps amplify diverse voices and bring authentic Southern stories to the world.

What we do

Southern Documentary Fund is dedicated to supporting  Southern makers and stories. Please see our resources below to learn more!

Fiscal Sponsorship

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Mentorship

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Film Screenings

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Filmmaking Grants

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Our Impact

100+

Projects currently under fiscal sponsorship

$1.8M

In fiscal sponsorship funds raised since 2023

$155K

In filmmaker grants awarded since 2023

50+

Festival awards and recognition since 2022

1,200+

Audience members served annually

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