THE MICHEAUX AWARD
The Micheaux Award - named in honor of Oscar Micheaux, a founding father of American Black cinema - distributes direct funding support to filmmakers and creatives of color to support their work.
The award is issued annually and is open to projects at all phases of development. Check out some of the past awardees and their amazing projects.
2026 MICHEAUX AWARD APPLICATION IS NOW OPEN!
Finalists receive development support, industry mentorship, and the opportunity to amplify their work through MAFL programming.
Deadline to Apply: December 31, 2025
Eligibility: Arkansas filmmakers (narrative, documentary, or experimental), artists and creatives of color
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