Register for a free, upcoming info session on Zoom with JFI's Director of Filmmaker Services Marcia Jarmel if you're planning to apply for a 2026 Grant or simply want to learn more about the program, process, and JFI's support for filmmakers.
Upcoming Info Sessions:
Tuesday January 20, 2026: Register Here
Friday, January 30, 2026: Register Here
Friday, February 6, 2026: Register Here
All times are in PST. Advance registration is required.
2026 Completion Grants Application Timeline:
Applications Open: January 25, 2026
Early Deadline: February 15, 20265
Final Deadline: March 8, 2026
Notification Deadline: July 17, 2026
Announcement Date: August 2, 2026
The Jewish Film Institute's Grants provide finishing funds to original, independent films and media projects that explore Jewish history, life, culture, and identity with nuance and complexity. Projects eligible for consideration include narratives, documentaries, shorts, episodic programs, or web series in all genres. JFI Grants are highly competitive, and provide substantial funding support to projects that have the potential to reframe understanding of Jewish cultures and identities. The Grants have awarded $500,000 to 38 projects since 2020 and grantee films have premiered at leading domestic and international film festivals worldwide before expanding their reach to theatrical and streaming audiences.