The Miller / Packan Film Fund, financed through the Rogovy Foundation, supports documentaries that Educate, Inspire, and Enrich. We believe in the transformational power of enlightening narratives and inspiring characters. The Fund started in 2016. Each year, grants totaling $200,000 are awarded to eight up to twelve filmmakers. We back a variety of styles that drive a film’s narrative. This might include character-driven storytelling, a fact-based exposé, or an informational point-of-view on a controversial subject. We look for quality filmmaking with inspiring characters, fascinating stories, strong visual style, tight editing, and generally high production values. We seek projects that open our eyes through a strong premise, critical thinking, detailed analysis, and competing views. If your film is in production, we will evaluate your project based on the application details and progress of your project. You must also submit footage of your project. The more footage submitted, the better we can understand your story and evaluate your proposal.
Up to $25,000
The fund accepts international productions as long as the film is either in English or includes English subtitles. If you are based internationally and do not have IRS 501(c) (3) status, you will need to work with a Fiscal Sponsor who does.
The Rogovy Foundation The Rogovy Foundation is a family organization. We are cross-generational, well-travelled and educated in the Humanities. We are dedicated to its Mission of improving the global community through targeted activities that enhance the quality of our education, leadership and environment. We have access to many outside resources that assist us in reaching our goals. Who are Sally Miller & Mae Packan? It’s nearly certain you’ve never heard of these outstanding educators. Locally, they left a mark on several generations of high school students. Yet there are no major awards given to them, no buildings named after them, not a statue nor a plaque. Like many exceptional educators, their impact goes largely unrecognized. It’s in their honour, and in honour of all the other exceptional yet unheralded educators, that we dedicate this Fund. The Miller / Packan Film Fund supports documentaries that perpetuate the Idealism and Critical Thinking they brought to their students.
