NSW FILMAND TELEVISION OFFICE (NSW FTO)"Thank you for your letter describing the details of the new initiative you are developing to educate and encourage philanthropy in the area of documentary production. The NSW FTO endorses the proposal. It presents an innovative approach to addressing the difficulties filmmakers experience in finding funding for Documentaries and the NSW FTO thoroughly encourages and supports the objective of increasing philanthropic support for the production of quality documentaries. We wish you all the very best with this endeavour and commend your vision in bringing a significant pool of funds from private foundations and individuals for release into the documentary industry." Linda Tizard, Acting Chief Executive, NSW Film and Television Office |
> THE DOCUMENTARY AUSTRALIA FOUNDATIONFind guidelines and application forms to make or receive a grant, plus a list of documentaries on our Approved List for philanthropic support. > KEY CASE STUDIESA selection of documentaries that have been funded partly or entirely by private funding. They offer a model of potential collaborations around shared issues and themes. > PHILANTHROPY AUSTRALIAThe national body for Australian philanthropic trusts and foundations offers a comprehensive directory with links, networking opportunities, services and information to promote philanthropy. |

