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 Council on Foundations 45th Annual Film & Video Festival
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The Annual FVF Henry Hampton Award
The Henry Hampton Award for Excellence in Film & Digital Media is named in honor of a man who broke traditional molds of documentary filmmaking & put excellence and innovation at the forefront of his work.
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Film & Video Festival

The Film & Video Festival is being reimagined, so submissions aren’t currently being accepted. Check back soon for details on the new approach and vision for the future of the festival.

Philanthropy's Moving Vision Looking at the Past, Present and Future
Over the past 45 years, the Council on Foundations has partnered with Grantmakers in Film + Electronic Media (GFEM) to organize the annual Film & Video Festival. Based on examples from the festival's 45 years, explore 10 reasons why foundations fund media? to carry out program goals or deepen understanding of issues.
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Funding Media Highlight
Find out more about the benefits of funding media. Case studies, resources and additional web links.