Submissions open for RE:Focus Post-Productions Grants

Founded through a lead gift, the fund has distributed more than $250,000 in festival travel grants and professional development programs for filmmakers since its creation.

In 2019, Inside Out expanded the fund with the launch of the RE:Focus Fund Post-Production Grants to support post-production and promotion of short and feature films.

Funding Information

• Funding Request ($500-$1,500 CAD for short films, $500-$2,500 CAD for feature films).
• Films with a runtime of 59 minutes or less will be eligible for up to $1,500 CAD. Films with a runtime of 60 minutes or more will be eligible for up to $2,500 CAD.

Eligibility Criteria

• Grants are given only to projects in the post-production stage. Applicants are required to submit a rough cut when applying. Projects will be automatically disqualified if a rough cut is not provided.
• Projects in development, script development, pre-production, or production will not be considered.
• Films must be written and directed by women, non-binary, and/or trans creators and feature 2SLGBTQ+ content. Projects that show a commitment to centering QTBIPOC stories and inclusion in the hiring of their cast and crew will be given priority.
• Grants will be given to narrative, documentary, and experimental films of any length or genre.
• Canadian and International films are eligible; however, please be aware that funds will be dispersed in Canadian dollars.
• Selected films are required to include the RE: Focus logo in the credits.
• All completed films should be submitted for consideration for the 2025 Inside Out Toronto 2SLGBTQ+ Film Festival.

Requirements

• Written Application Requirements:
  • A PDF document outlining the following:
    • Synopsis (250 words max)
    • Filmmaker Statement (250 words max)
    • Link to Rough Cut (Vimeo or other streaming link only)
    • Key Cast and Crew
    • Budget, including Post-Production (Top Sheet only)

For more information, visit Inside Out.