24 Finalists in Competition for the Fall 2025 Roy W. Dean Grant
Roy W. Dean Grant finalists showcase bold storytelling across documentary, narrative, short, and feature films Fueled by passion, purpose, and […]
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“Here’s Hope Project” Wins the Britt Penrod Award for the Roy W. Dean Summer Grant
Award Celebrates a Powerful Docuseries Amplifying the Voices of Families Facing Medical and Emotional Adversity From the Heart Productions, the
“Fall of the Phoenix” Wins Inaugural Roy W. Dean Grant Audience Impact Award
Award recognizes the film that most deeply moves and inspires audiences toward meaningful change. From the Heart Productions, a top-rated
27 Films Named Finalists for the Roy W. Dean Grant for Summer 2025
Celebrating visionary filmmakers whose stories illuminate, inspire, and challenge the way we see the world. From the heart of independent
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Rising Filmmaker Emily Arndt Recognized for Outstanding Documentary Storytelling in “The Space Between”
Concerned for American democracy, filmmaker Emily Arndt uncovers whether the political divide is based on reality or a self-fulfilling prophecy.
Helen Hall Wins the Carole Dorothy Joyce Award for Excellence in Documentary Storytelling for “Pictures of Infinity”
Her Roy W. Dean Grant–winning documentary explores Nikola Tesla’s discovery of Earth’s unlimited natural electricity and his visionary system to
30 Finalists Named for 2025 Roy W. Dean Short Film Grant
From the Heart Productions celebrates visionary storytellers vying for $3,000 cash and in-kind support from top industry professionals It only
Indipro Tools Powers Up Indie Filmmakers as New Roy W. Dean Grant Donor
Top-tier equipment maker contributes cutting-edge gear to help unique, socially conscious films reach the screen. From the Heart Productions, the
“Baristas vs. Billionaires” Wins Carole Dorothy Joyce Excellence in Documentary Storytelling Award
A moving portrait from Emmy winning director Mark Mori of baristas rising up against corporate power and injustice From the
Documentary “Touching the Sky” Wins 2025 Roy W. Dean Spring Grant
Film explores how human touch, play, and community can heal trauma and loneliness. From the Heart Productions, the top-rated 501(c)3
