Pandora Short Film Grant

We’re a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that awards an annual prize of $30,000 worth of cash, equipment, and services to one Winner and three Finalist early-career US filmmakers for the production of their short, narrative film. 2026 prizes include: 💰 $12,000 Cash Grant 🎥 $15,000 Gold Package donation of PANAVISION equipment 🎞️ $1,000 KODAK Grant 🤝 Mentorship from an acclaimed, award-winning filmmaker from our mentor roster 🛡️ Discounted production insurance from ATHOS 💸 Fiscal sponsorship We accept projects at script stage OR already-filmed projects seeking finishing funds.