Micro Grant Program
Better Cities Film Festival | Petaluma 2023
Turn bright ideas into local action!
Were you inspired by a film you saw at our Better Cities Film Festival? For example, do you want to organize a local bike, walking, or transit encouragement event? Conduct outreach to get more diverse public input on a city plan? Engage in tactical urbanism? Advocate for parking reform?
Festival attendees are encouraged to apply for a Micro Grant of up to $500 to turn inspiration into action.
The grant program opens for applications on October 2, 2023.
Access the grant application form here!
Micro Grant Program FAQs
Who is eligible to apply for a grant?
Individuals who attended the Film Festival are eligible to apply for a grant. Partner and Sponsor organization representatives also may apply. (Urban Chat Film Festival committee members and Board Members are not eligible for Micro Grants.)
What is the application deadline?
Friday, October 27, 2023.
How do I submit my application?
Email the completed application to bcff@urbanchat.org on or before Friday, October 27, 2023. (Fillable PDF here or photo of the completed application.)
Who will select winning applications?
The Film Festival Committee members will evaluate grant applications, using objective criteria, and select the awardees.
How many grants will be awarded?
The number of grants, and dollar amounts, will be determined by available funds. The Micro Grant budget is 50% of net revenues from the film festival.
When will awards be distributed?
Awards will be announced by December 8, 2023. Funds will be distributed after the micro grants have been awarded.
When do micro grant projects need to be completed?
April 30, 2024. Refer to the grant application for reporting and publicity requirements.