I make films. I build worlds. I bring people together.
Kat VanCleave is a filmmaker, artist and founder working at the intersection of cinema, visual culture and creative community.
[gurl grant]
Power to the People!
GURL GRANT was founded by Kat VanCleave in 2025 with the simple mission : get more money into the hands of Female & Non-Binary Film Directors. Twice a year, cold-hard cash…
“I want directors to feel empowered by, not beholden to money. I want more stories being told by diverse voices and this grant is just the beginning of what I hope to contribute to the badass community that is indie film. “ -Kat