AFS GRANT FOR SHORT FILMSAPPLICATION FORM

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Each attachment must be submitted as a PDF file. No exceptions.
Use the following naming convention for each PDF : Project Name_Last Name_Attachment Name.pdf
Individual PDF files should not exceed 4MB.

Project Description - It must not to exceed 2 pages and must be uploaded as a PDF

Budget Summary Cover Form - All applications must use the Budget Summary Cover Form 2021. You must submit this cover sheet as a PDF.

Project Budget - You may use your own budget format or this one: AFS Project Budget template . It must not exceed three pages and must be uploaded as a PDF.

Project Timeline - It must not to exceed 1 page and must be uploaded as a PDF

Project Personnel - key bios not to exceed 1 page and must be uploaded as a PDF

Treatment/Script - A treatment or script is required for every project and must be included with your application. Must be uploaded as a PDF.

Proof of Texas Residency (1 page) - Submit a scanned copy of a recent utility bill, current voter registration card, or current receipt that includes your name and Texas address. A driver's license is no longer accepted as proof of residency. Must be uploaded as a PDF.

Proof of Full Time Enrollment (For Harrison McClure grant applicants only) - Submit a certificate of enrollment verification from university registrar. Must be uploaded as a PDF.

For past AFS grant recipients only: Status Report. Must be uploaded as a PDF.

Optional Attachments

Letters of Support - Letters of support are encouraged by not required. You may submit up to two letters of support with your application. See "Grant Writing Tips" for advice about letters of support. Must be submitted as a PDF.

Additional Support Materials (maximum five pages, can include items like storyboards, etc.) Must be submitted as a PDF.

Video Sample

Work samples can be no longer than 6 minutes. If you would like to submit a full film or more video material in additional to your 6 minute sample, you may include a second sample in the "Additional Supporting Video Material" field below. You must include a password protected link with your video samples (all samples in one timeline, so one link per project).

Link to 6 minute or less Work Sample (must be downloadable).

Video Link Password

Video sample length in minutes

Describe below what you have submitted as your video sample. Include details such as what the submitted project is, how it relates to the proposed project applying for funding, what production team members are shared.

Sample represents:

Material from proposed filmPrevious work directed by applicantPrevious work from member of production team (not directed by applicant)

You may submit more film work as additional support material. This additional material does not have a time limit and can be a full feature film or short. Include a link to this material below.

Additional Supporting Video Link

Additional Supporting Video Password

Description of Additional Video

Length in minutes of additional supporting material sample

I agree that I have reviewed the guidelines and warrant that I meet all AFS Grant eligibility requirements. The information in this application, including all attachments and supporting materials is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I acknowledge that all decisions regarding funding are by AFS with consideration of feedback from AFS approved consultants. While I understand that I can request feedback on my application as part of AFS program services, I acknowledge and agree that AFS has no obligation to me to release any details of AFS decision-making process or internal discussions regarding the application, all of which are confidential to AFS, and that all decisions by AFS regarding funding and the application process are final and are not subject to appeal.

AFS agrees that the application materials submitted are for use in the AFS grant decision-making process. I agree to indemnify AFS and hold AFS harmless from and against any claim, loss, obligation, liability, cost or expense, including outside attorney’s fees and cost, which may be asserted against AFS that arise out of or in connection with my application.

I agree with the above statements

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AFS GRANT FOR SHORT FILMS
APPLICATION FORM

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