National Film Preservation Foundation
San Francisco, California · EIN 522055624 · Private foundation
Based in San Francisco, California, National Film Preservation Foundation has awarded $3.2M across 101 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2024. Its largest grant on record went to Alaska Moving Image Preservat. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.
What National Film Preservation Foundation funds
National Film Preservation Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, education, faith-based (jewish), higher education, libraries & literacy.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska Moving Image Preservat Film Preservation | Anchorage, AK | $800K | 2020 |
| George Eastman Museum Film preservation | Rochester, NY | $220K | 2023 |
| UCLA Film & Television Archiv Film preservation | Santa Clarita, CA | $162K | 2023 |
How to apply for funding from National Film Preservation Foundation
National Film Preservation Foundation's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request. You can review the foundation directly at filmpreservation.org.
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Frequently asked questions about National Film Preservation Foundation
- Does National Film Preservation Foundation accept grant applications?
- National Film Preservation Foundation's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does National Film Preservation Foundation fund?
- National Film Preservation Foundation's grants focus on arts & culture. Example recipients include Alaska Moving Image Preservat, George Eastman Museum, UCLA Film & Television Archiv. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does National Film Preservation Foundation give in grants?
- National Film Preservation Foundation's indexed IRS summary for FY2025 lists $921K in giving. Across all years in our data it has awarded $3.2M over 101 grants.
- Where is National Film Preservation Foundation located?
- National Film Preservation Foundation is based in San Francisco, California. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 522055624.
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