Founded in 2016, this program supports nonfiction filmmakers or filmmaking teams working on their first or second feature-length documentary.

In this year-long program, 9 filmmakers will receive:

• $40,000 USD in grant funding for the production of their feature-length film

• Mentorship with Chicken & Egg Films team members

• Two creative retreats focused on career building and creative development

• Travel stipend for director and producer upon acceptance to a forum or market during program year

• Tailored industry meetings and funder connections

• Peer support from their cohort

(Egg)celerator Lab is generously supported by the New York Community Trust, and through general operating support from our wonderful community of donors and grantmakers.