2026 AFS Grant for Feature Films
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Before you begin the application process, please download and read Austin Film Society's Application Instructions in their entirety. You must have a Submittable account to complete the application. Once you have a Submittable account, the application can be saved and resumed at any point. Please review the eligibility requirements in the Application Instructions.
THIS APPLICATION IS FOR THE AFS GRANT FOR FEATURE FILMS
Please note that this application is to support pre-production, production, or post-production for feature-length narrative, documentary, and experimental projects that are 40 minutes or longer.
IMPORTANT NOTES
- Each filmmaker can only apply with one project for the AFS Grant for Feature Films cycle. If you are an undergraduate student looking for the Harrison McClure Endowed Film Fund, click here to access that application.
- We do not fund distribution as its own grant category. Distribution funds may be requested as part of a post-production ask.
- Applications will NOT be reviewed while in draft mode.
- Your application must be officially submitted by the deadline of May 20, 2026 at 6:00PM to be considered.