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    Applications for 2009 can be submitted starting 12/1/08

    UPCOMING GRANT DEADLINES

    Fortitude Editorial Grant
    JULY 31, 2009

    Writers Grant
    Not open in 2009

    New York Grant
    4/30/2009

    LA Film Grant
    6/30/09

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    6/30/09

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    How to Apply
    This grant is now available for shorts and low budget independents as well as documentary filmmakers. We have expanded to further our goals of creating films that are "unique and make a contribution to society." Just fill out the Application Form, print it out and send it along with your 2 to 6 page proposal, sample work if you have one on VHS or DVD and the Suggested donation of $38.00 or $28.00 for students. If you have any questions regarding the application, you may contact Carole at: Caroleedean@att.net

    Two Page Project Proposal

    Submit a written proposal of your project. Communicate your ideas with as much detail as possible on a minimum of two pages. Include the following:

    • A synopsis of the project.
    • Style, format and approach to the material, including any distinct visual or technical elements.
    • What are your plans for distribution?
    • How is this project unique and how does this project benefit society?
    • What is your relationship to the material?
    • List name and position of proposed key production personnel (producer, director, cinematographer, editor, etc.) List their relevant experience or credits.
    Sample Work(s)

    All proposals must be accompanied by a sample of applicant’s previously completed work on VHS cassette or DVD. If you do not have a prior work, submit one from anyone on your crew. Label the cassette and case with applicant’s name, project title and review segment cue point (from the start of the tape.) If you are submitting a work-in-progress, include a sample on a separate VHS cassette or DVD. Label the cassette as outlined above. Please do not send original tapes, send us copies because we do not return tapes unless you send us a self addressed stamped envelope to return them in.

    Application Fee

    $38.00 ($28.00 with proof you are a student)

    Where to send everything

    Mail all materials and tapes in one package to:

      From the Heart Productions
      Attn. Roy W. Dean Film Grant
      1455 Mandalay Beach Road
      Oxnard, California 93035-2845
    Faxed applications will not be accepted.

    From the Heart Productions and/or the other grant sponsors are not responsible for any loss or damage to application materials due to shipping, storage, or presentation.

    Click here to fill out an Application

    How to Become a Sponsor of the Grants

    Want to be part of a winning film?

    The recipients of the Roy W. Dean Grants consistently produce winning films and projects. With the competition of applicants vying for the top spot for the Roy W. Dean Grants, we consistently get top films produced and we have distribution channels that anxiously await every Roy W. Dean Grant film to be finished.

    When a person wins the Roy W. Dean Grants they also win the services of a very skilled winning team of sponsors. Our sponsors go through a competitive process and are judged by a panel of experienced successful industry professionals before they are accepted as part of the winning team.

    What do you get as a sponsor?

    We, at From the Heart Productions, are very aware that if it weren't for you and your generosity there would be no grants or winning films, which is why our slogan is always “The filmmaker’s most publicized, sought after grant…from heart-felt donors” We acknowledge this fact by putting the sponsors on our widely publicized press releases and media coverage. For details as to how great our exposure is please contact our publicist Carole Dean.

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