ITVS Open Call
About This Grant
Production funding for independent producers creating documentaries for public television broadcast.
Grant Summary
ITVS Open Call is a Independent Television Service grant providing $25K to $250K for nonprofit. Applications are due 2026-08-15 (open). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
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Focus Areas
Eligibility
How to Apply
$25K–$250K
2026-08-15
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for ITVS Open Call from Independent Television Service, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
- 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
- 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
- 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to Independent Television Service before the deadline.
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ITVS Open Call: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the ITVS Open Call?
ITVS Open Call is offered by Independent Television Service and is generally open to nonprofit. It is open to organizations nationwide unless the funder specifies otherwise. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.
How much funding does the ITVS Open Call provide?
ITVS Open Call provides between $25K and $250K per award from Independent Television Service. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.
When is the ITVS Open Call deadline?
Applications for ITVS Open Call are due 2026-08-15 (open). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, Independent Television Service, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.
How do you apply for the ITVS Open Call?
To apply for ITVS Open Call, confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from Independent Television Service.