The Film Collaborative (TFC), a Golden Globe Foundation grantee, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting independent filmmakers with distribution, education, and audience engagement strategies. As part of this mission, TFC has compiled a list of upcoming grant and fellowship opportunities designed to provide vital funding, mentorship, and resources to help creators bring their stories […]
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PBS SoCal’s Fine Cut Festival of Films is back for its 26th season, highlighting the best work from California student filmmakers. This year’s program drew over 430 submissions, with 33 finalists representing more than 50 schools across the state. On Tuesday, September 16, the festival will host its annual awards ceremony at the Eagle Theatre, where winners in Documentary, […]
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The International Documentary Association (IDA), a Golden Globe Foundation grantee, is hosting a vital workshop to help filmmakers protect their work from the many threats that can compromise film preservation. Co-presented with fellow Golden Globe Foundation grantees Women In Film, Outfest, and NewFilmmakers Los Angeles, alongside Digital Bedrock, this event is designed to provide hands-on strategies for ensuring that independent […]
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Muralism has unveiled “Voices of the Americas” — a stunning mural in Sylmar painted with over 100 Osceola Elementary students. The work was designed by Principal Jose Velasquez and Muralism Director Ernie Merlán, and brought to life by artists Matt Dominguez, Cia Atkins, Jame Reiss, Stelios Chirgott, Anne Leffe, Xander Nini, Tiana Fazio, Kevin Smyth, […]
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NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA), in collaboration with Starz and the National Association of Latino Independent Producers (NALIP), has launched the fourth installment of the Starz #TakeTheLead Writers’ Intensive. The program is designed to champion emerging television writers from underrepresented communities, equipping participants with immersive industry insights, creative development tools, and direct mentorship from leading showrunners, […]
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This past weekend, the Levitt Pavilion at MacArthur Park came alive as La Resistencia brought their powerful ska sound to the stage for Levitt LA’s free summer concert series. Hundreds gathered on the lawn for a night that defied fear and celebrated resilience, as music, pride, and people power reclaimed one of Los Angeles’ most historic public […]
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From MacArthur Park to Warner Ranch Park, the Golden Globe Foundation is proud to support two of Los Angeles’ leading cultural institutions — Levitt LA and the Valley Cultural Foundation (VCF) — as they bring communities together through the power of free live entertainment. Levitt LA has become a summer staple in historic MacArthur Park, presenting 30 in-person and livestreamed […]
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For over 30 years, Project Involve has been Film Independent’s most vital and impactful program, providing invaluable hands-on filmmaking experience from inception to completion. Participants are paired with mentors at the top of their respective fields, and receive personalized guidance to help move their projects and careers forward. Filmmakers from diverse backgrounds are given the opportunity to […]
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On World Refugee Day 2025, we reflect on the strength, resilience, and creativity of displaced communities—especially the young storytellers who are finding their voice and reclaiming their narratives through film. For millions of refugees around the world, life-altering decisions must be made in an instant. Often fleeing with nothing but their memories, they carry powerful stories […]
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WIF (formerly Women in Film) has announced the 2025 class of its WIF Fellowship, a year-long initiative designed to support and advance the careers of women, nonbinary, and trans professionals across the entertainment industry. Now in its third year, the program offers mentorship, masterclasses, career strategy sessions, and opportunities for industry networking. Selected from a […]
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The Golden Globe Foundation is proud to support Movie Den, a tween and teen-focused matinee repertory series running all summer at Vidiots’ MUBI Microcinema. Featuring everything from offbeat comedies and fantasy adventures to psychological thrillers and coming-of-age stories, the series invites young audiences to experience a wide range of unforgettable films on the big screen. Running […]
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Los Angeles City College (LACC) wrapped up the academic year with its annual scholarship ceremony at the LACC Student Union on May 20. Students gathered to receive Scholarship Award certificates recognizing their achievements. Golden Globe Foundation Chief Executive Officer Gregory P. Goeckner was in attendance as the Foundation’s Cinema/TV and Journalism Fellowship Awards were presented […]
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