Exploreminnesota launches 10,000 Stories Fund

ExploreminnesotaDealroom has a profile for this one. Try Dealroom → and FilmNorth announced the inaugural 10,000 Stories Fund on August 18, 2026. The program will provide 10 Minnesota filmmaking teams with $10,000 development grants each, alongside mentorship, professional development and industry access.

The initiative is designed to support projects between initial development and securing the financing and partners needed for production, while strengthening Minnesota's film and television ecosystem.

Read more: The Manila Times