The Studio IX Mother Project

Covering the cost of childcare for moms working on a film

Applications for The Studio IX Mother Project Grants are OPEN until Dec 3, 2022.

Financial support to mothers and caregivers to help cover the cost of childcare while they are on set, need to spend time producing or editing, attend festivals or other networking events, or do anything else that will help them finish their film. The grant includes:

  • $1,000 grants to help cover the cost of childcare

  • A year of complimentary Creative Cloud All Apps subscriptions for all grant recipients, provided in partnership with Adobe

WHAT’S AT STAKE?

The COVID-19 pandemic could force a generation of moms out of the workforce. For women in the film industry (who make up >10% of directors across the board) moms face even greater challenges getting their films made and seen.

HOW YOU CAN HELP:

Imagine the impact we can make if we come together to do more than just celebrate moms but to actually support them!

  • Help us spread the word by sharing this grant with mom/parent filmmakers in your network who could benefit from this funding

  • Donate now to help us reach even more moms in need and help us grow this fund

WHO IS ELIGIBLE?

We’re seeking to help filmmakers most in need of assistance right now. The grant will be open to those who:

  • are currently working on a documentary film (short, feature, series, etc.) and are able to demonstrate commitment to their work and film in progress.

  • US-based

  • are parents/caregivers to a child (or children) under the age of 13. Adoptive and foster parents included

  • are caregivers to people other than small children (for example: aging parents or relatives, or someone with a disability)

  • demonstrate a financial need

For more specific information, view the Frequently Asked Questions page here.

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Apply for a Grant

Applications are now OPEN!

Apply for a family care grant today. Applications are open until Dec 3, 2022.

 
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Nominate a Filmmaker

Know an amazing mama who would benefit from this grant? Nominate them now! Click on the link below to share their contact information with us so we can be sure they receive information about the grant and are able to apply.

 

Want to Get Involved?

Every person has the potential to make a difference. Whether you are in a position to donate funds to increase the impact of this grant, or want to apply for the grant yourself, we welcome you to our team. Together, we can make a difference.

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Become an Ambassador

Want to lend your voice and expertise to help us reach and impact more filmmakers? We’d love to have you on our team. Please reach out to learn more about opportunities to join our Advisory Council or become an Ambassador for the program.

 
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Share Your Story

Are you a working mom?

We’d love to hear your story and learn more about ways we can show up to support you and your work.

The good, the bad and the ugly— we want to hear all about it! Follow the link below to share your story.

 
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Donate to Support Future Rounds

Every penny makes a difference. From small donations of $10, to larger donations, your support will go directly to those who need it the most. Click the link below to view our donation page. We couldn’t do this without you!

 
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Become a Corporate Sponsor

We look forward to partnering with brands and organizations that share our mission. Imagine the impact we can make it we work together! To learn more about corporate sponsorship, please email us via the link below and let’s talk!

 

 

Media Inquiries?

If you are a member of the media and are looking to learn more about this grant and why it’s needed, please fill out the this form, or contact Executive Director Aubrey Aden-Buie at aubrey@studioix.org.