The Faerie Godmother Fund of the Oregon Community
Foundation was founded in 2005 by Vikki Mee to specifically address the lack of representation of women in key positions behind the lens and in media executive
ranks. At this time, women direct only 5-7% of the top profile 250 films. This dearth of representation directly impacts the characterization
of women in front of the camera and trickles down to the self-image of every young woman who goes to the movies, watches videos, and is a consumer of all forms of
new and old media. The Faerie Godmother Fund offers the annual Faerie Godmother Production Grant (FGPG) through the Women in Film Portland Chapter (WIF-PDX).
About the WIF-PDX / Faerie Godmother Production Grant The purpose of the WIF-PDX/FG Production Grant is to support women working
in media in Oregon and SW Washington (Clark County.) The goal of this grant is to provide financial support aiding in the production or completion of a consequential
piece of work, while helping to advance the artist’s vision and craft. WIF-PDX members are eligible to apply for this grant at no cost. If you are not a
member of WIF-PDX, the application fee is $25, and is due when you apply for the grant. (Membership to WIF-PDX is just $50/year, and if you join now, your application
fee will be waived!)
About WIF-PDX
Women in Film-PDX (WIF-PDX) of Portland, Oregon is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the professional development and achievement for women
working in all areas of film, television, video, multimedia, and related disciplines. WIFPDX supports women in the industry by promoting equal opportunities, encouraging
professional development, serving as an information network, and educating the public about women’s creative and technical achievements. WIF-PDX is dedicated to working
with existing organizations in Portland, in Oregon, and in SW Washington, in order to grow opportunities for women and men locally, as well as on the national stage.
2012
APPLICATION GUIDELINES
Women in Film PDX (WIF-PDX) is accepting applications for the 2012 WIF-PDX Faerie Godmother Production Grant.
Deadline for RECEIPT of complete mailed applications is July 31, 2012 at 5:00 p.m.
The awardee will receive:
• $3000 Cash Award
• Legal services with Entertainment Attorney Candice E. Jackson
• A complimentary screening venue (200 seat capacity) for your completed film,
including light catering.
• Two full festival passes to the 2013 POWFest and the 2013 Ashland Independent Film
Festival.
• Two Patron Level (includes VIP reception) tickets to one of the 2013 Voices lectures
(TBA). The Voices Lecture Series celebrates women’s leadership around the world.
• WIF-PDX support of your project through our newsletter, website, and Facebook
page.
Guidelines for eligibility: (please read carefully before applying!)
• Geography: The applicant must live in Oregon or Clark County, Washington.
• Age: The applicant must be 18 years of age or older.
• Gender: The director must be a woman, though we also fund Co-Directing male/
female partnerships.
• Genre: Narrative, Documentary, Animation, and New Media projects are eligible.
• Student projects are eligible for funding.
• Projects may be feature length or short works.
• Budget: A limit of $300,000 for project budget applies.
What we don’t fund:
• Promotional films, PSAs, Music Videos, or Advertising works.
• Current WIF-PDX Board Members or Advisory Board Members or family members.
Notification of award will take place in fall, 2012. Award will be presented at the 2012
WIF-PDX Holiday Meeting and Party in November of 2012.
FOR AN APPLICATION, CALL 503 850-4742 or 503 287-3731; or e-mail sue@hareinthegate.com.
