What is Fiscal Sponsorship?

Sustainable filmmaking requires strategy and financial support.

A smart step for the independent non-commercial project is taking a fiscal sponsor, who serves as a fiscal umbrella for your project. With it’s 501(c)(3) non-profit status established in 2002, Cinefemme serves as a conduit for financial resources (donations and grants) to qualifying non-commercial projects. Projects approved for the Cinefemme Fiscal Sponsorship Program are able to solicit tax-deductible donations. Filmmakers can also access government and foundation grants restricted to non-profit organizations or fiscally sponsored projects. Very importantly, all rights, title and interest to the project belong to the filmmaker.

What is Cinefemme's Fiscal Agent Fee?

We have two fees depending on the nature of your project and desired partnership with Cinefemme.

FISCAL AGENT FEE: 8%

Cinefemme takes 8% fiscal agent fee for funds processed for regular projects.

This includes full incubation from development to exhibition and distribution. Possible representation at major festivals in a future Cinefemme Slate screening block.

PASS THROUGH FEE: 5%

We offer a DEEP DISCOUNTS for Pass-Through fiscal sponsorship projects!

Here’s how it works:

Individual donors and foundations give directly to Cinefemme, indicating funds are in support of your project. Cinefemme writes you a check for your funds (less the administration fee), and the donor gets a tax write-off. Funds are accounted for at the end of each month, and if you have received any donations, a cumulative check will be disbursed. Each year, we will send you a 1099. 

Our call for sponsored projects is OPEN.  

TO APPLY:

Pay application fee:

Regular Projects: $200 (includes full project setup):  Pay Here 

Pass-Through: $100

DOWNLOAD APPLICATION:  https://cinefemmeapplicationfiscalsponsorship.tiiny.site

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