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Education & Health

Education, Health & the Southern Experience

Access to quality education and healthcare can shape the well-being and future of individuals, families, and entire communities. Southern Documentary Fund supports filmmakers exploring the systems, people, and experiences that influence how communities across the South learn, heal, and thrive. Explore our Education & Health projects below.

Southern Doc fest

The South has stories to tell

October 10, 2026 | Durham, NC

Get your Early Bird Passes today

Get ready for another 3 days of learning, networking and good genuine Southern community fun! 

Voices of the South:
A Campaign Of Giving

Supporting southern stories and makers

This Giving Tuesday, join Southern Documentary Fund in reaching our $5,000 goal to support Southern filmmakers. Your gift amplifies diverse voices, fuels powerful storytelling, and ensures Southern stories continue to be told.