Journalism Grants
Funding For:
The Homestretch Documentary
Behavioral Health / Social Determinants of Health
Recipient:
Kartemquin Educational Films
Grant Period:
Jan 01, 2015 - Dec 31, 2015
AMOUNT:
$10,000.00
Summary of the Project:
A NIHCM Foundation Journalism Grant is supporting outreach and community engagement for "The Homestretch," a Kartemquin Films & Spargel Productions documentary that explores broad social issues, including mental health, through the stories of three homeless teens.
About the Grantee:
Kartemquin Films is a collaborative center for documentary media makers who seek to foster a more engaged and empowered society. With a noted tradition of nurturing emerging talent and acting as a leading voice for independent media, Kartemquin is building on over 48 years of being Chicago's documentary powerhouse.
Related Grantee Work
September 23, 2016
The Homestretch Wins an Emmy Award
The Homestretch won an Emmy Award for Outstanding Business and Economic Reporting: Long Form.
Learn MoreDecember 14, 2015
Federal Officials Discuss Ending Youth Homelessness at a Screening of The Homestretch
Representatives from several U.S. federal agencies participated in a screening and panel discussion of The Homestretch.
Learn MoreFebruary 19, 2015
PBS and the Corporation for Public Broadcasting Co-host a Capitol Hill Screening of The Homestretch
PBS and the Corporation for Public Broadcasting co-hosted a Capitol Hill screening and panel discussion of The Homestretch, bringing together legislators and leaders in the field.
Learn MoreFebruary 11, 2015
The Atlantic features The Homestretch in an Article Highlighting the Complexities of Addressing Youth Homelessness
The Atlantic published a feature article "Young, Homeless—and Invisible," highlighting this documentary and the complexities of coordinating a federal policy response to youth homelessness.
Learn MoreAuthor: Terrance F. Ross, The Atlantic