100 VOICES OF
submissions are open until SEPTEMBER 20
have a connection to florida?
submit below!
not from florida?
we got you covered, too!
ABOUT THE 2026 GRANTS
We support storytellers who bet on themselves.
Receive up to $5,000 to use how you choose!
Finishing funds, festival submission fees, cast and crew reimbursements, production, or anything else you think of.
We want you to do what you do best - tell stories.
benefits
Up to $5,000 to use as you please!
A meeting with an industry professional.
One-on-one career coaching session that reflects your needs.
RULES & Eligibility
All contestants must meet the following criteria:
A storyteller with an authentic perspective who pursues their own creative voice and vision.
The entrant must be 18 years or older.
Submit an application that includes:
Contact information
Provide a synopsis of your story
Briefly describe how you will be using the grant
Briefly describe your connection to Florida, if any
Submit any extra materials you may have, such as a viewing link or PDFs
Pay an application fee
$25 for 100 Voices of Florida
$35 for 100 Voices (everywhere)
We understand storytellers come from various backgrounds, levels of expertise, and genres.
Judges will look for storyteller’s who are committed to three tenets:
Pursue their own creative voice
Invoke emotional responses from the readers (fear, laughter, sadness, angst, etc.)
Value the importance of pacing to keep readers engaged
Things to keep in mind:
We do not retain any rights to the stories
Creative teams can submit, but only the one entrant will receive the grant
Judges are not made aware of the entrant’s name
The selected winner may be asked to show proof to ensure they meet the following criteria
You have questions?
We have answers.
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100VOF is a grant initiative started by Floridian sisters who teamed up to bring more opportunities to Floridian filmmakers. Check out the “About Us” page to learn more.
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100 Voices is a call to how diverse Florida, and storytelling at large, is. Whether you live in a big city on the coast or a small town in northern Florida, we want to showcase your vision.
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Follow us on Instagram or TikTok @100vof.film — and sign up for our email list below for reminders.
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Pease review the “Rules and Eligibility” section above for more information.
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Pease review the “Rules and Eligibility” section above for more information.
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Yes! We would love to know all about it!
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Online via this website. When you’re submitting the application, the system will automatically provide a section for you to share a link to your film after payment information is entered.
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At this time, yes, but it must be separate applications.
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One of the things we love about growing up in Florida is its cultural mix! So yes, you can submit stories in another language but please make sure the application is in English.
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Due to high volume, it is unlikely, but regularly check your email inbox or our social media for updates. Finalists and winners will be contacted directly. Please check Junk folder to be safe.
