The Roy W. Dean Film and Writing Grants Our goal is to make films that might otherwise never be made. From the Heart Productions is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to funding films that are “unique and make a contribution to society”. Started in 1992 by Carole Dean. See the left side for information on our grants, scroll down for deadlines and note our on-line application. Book Book E book CD available Click below for Information on CD Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Announcing Carole’s new book, “The Art of Manifesting: Creating Your Future” Read a chapter and decide if You want to work with these concepts. The Art of Film Funding: Alternative Financing Concepts "An excellent 75-page appendix of resources and leads makes this a worthwhile purchase for reference in large or specialized collections." --- American Library International Documentary Magazine Review by Barry Hampe, author of Making Documentary Films and Videos, Second Edition http://www.makingdocumentaryfilms.com FAITH, HOPE AND CHARITY: A Long Walk Down Funder's Alley Early in her book, The Art of Film Funding, Carole Lee Dean wonders what might be the missing ingredient in the filmmaking process that prevented excellent projects from going forward while lesser films somehow got made. "It soon became apparent that the missing ingredient is..." Read the rest. "Carole Dean's book successfully bridges the gap between the vision of the project and the realities of the market for the serious filmmaker." - Louise Levison, author of "Filmmakers and Financing: Business Plans for Independents" "A must for any filmmaker seeking funding." - Barbara Trent, Academy Award Winner, Panama Deception "Carole Dean has years of experience both as a producer and a funder, and her new book is full of nuts-and-bolts information from both sides of the fence, told in a conversational and heart-felt manner. Of special interest to filmmakers will be the in-dept interviews with experts in the field, and an extensive appendix chock full of references. A great new addition to the filmmaker's lexicon." - Morrie Warshawski, consultant and author of "Shaking the Money Tree" CLICK HERE to read the outline of the book and read a chapter PERSONAL CONSULTATIONS Click Here for full information www.oneononefilmtraining.com Donations to One On One The Wye Cottage where winners of the Writing grant go to create their future

MENTORING SESSIONS CONSULTATIONS Film Funding Consultations GUARDIAN ANGEL PROGRAM Film Funding Guidance EVENTS IN YOUR CITY Adventures in New Zealand Attorney Kessler Explains new laws 100% tax deduction Docs shorts & indies More Info LA TrailBlazer class 4/5, 4/26, 5/31 2008 More info GRANT WRITING FOR THE DOC: June 1-7. Main Media Workshop Rockport, ME More info Grant writing for Docs Maine Media Workshops 6-1 to 6-7 9/21 to 9/27 The pitch 7-6 to 7-12 Funding & Marketing Docs 10-19 to 10-25 DOC NZ February 2009 More info Wellington, NZ DocNZ film fest November 6 & 7 More info AUSTIN TEXAS To Be Announced To Be Announced San Francisco Film Arts Foundation Contact (415) 552-8760 more info April 17, 18 and 19, 2008 New York City National Arts Club More Info Celebrate the finalists RSVP for 8/11 Jay Tavare Host Raleigh Studios More Info SPONSORS