APPLY

Shark Island Foundation has three funding programs: DEVELOPMENT, PRODUCTION and OUTREACH.

To be eligible to apply, films must first be approved by Documentary Australia .

Filmmakers can apply for a grant at any time. We are excited to see your  projects!

On mobile: Please scroll down to see PRODUCTION and OUTREACH tabs.

DEVELOPMENT

DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION

A new round of development grants will be offered in late 2026. Please follow @sharkislandinsitute on Instagram for updates.

PRODUCTION

PRODUCTION APPLICATION

Shark Island Foundation’s Production grant fund is now fully committed for the current financial year. Applications are therefore closed. Grant applications for Production will reopen July 1, 2027.

OUTREACH

OUTREACH APPLICATION

Shark Island Foundation’s Outreach grant fund is now fully committed for the current financial year. Applications are therefore closed. Grant applications for Outreach will reopen July 1, 2027

Please note: we are a small team and are not able to take telephone enquiries about the grants. Unfortunately we cannot provide details about the status of applications or reasons for not being accepted. Please read the About section, including the FAQs in detail. For other enquires please email us.