Sundance Institute Graton Fellowship

Description: The Sundance Institute | Graton Fellowship for Artists from California-Based Tribes serves to cultivate a stage for artists from federally and nonfederally recognized California Native tribes to tell their stories through film. Two selected fellows will be awarded a $25,000 cash grant (each) and a yearlong continuum of support with activities, including a trip to the Sundance Film Festival, access to strategic and creative services offered by Sundance Institute artist programs, and mentorship opportunities.

Eligibility: Artists who are from a California-based tribe. Apply: The application is now open. Deadline: November 16, 2026, 3:30 p.m. PT/4:30 p.m. MT/6:30 p.m. ET Notification Date: Late December 2026 — TBD *Dates/Location: January 26–27, 2027, Sundance Film Festival, Denver, ColoradoTBD Application Requirements: There is no application fee. If you have additional questions, please contact

indigenous_program@sundance.org

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