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Sundance Institute is a nonprofit organization that actively advances the work of risk-taking storytellers. Founded in 1981 by Robert Redford in the mountains of Sundance, Utah, the Institute secures a space for independent artists to explore their stories free from commercial and political pressures. Through year-round programs, the Institute seeks to discover and develop independent artists and audiences and to provide a platform for artists to present their works to a global audience—the Sundance Film Festival.

Our work is only made possible with the generous help from our community of supporters. From individual donors to Patron Circle members to foundations to corporate sponsors, we thank you for your commitment to our mission to advance the work of artists in film, theatre, and music and to promote these important voices in society.

Sally Menke Memorial Fellowship

Sally Menke was deeply invested in Sundance Institute as a long-time Creative Advisor for the Institute’s Labs and Rough Cut Screenings. Sally’s husband Dean and her children, Isabella and Lucas, have set up an editing Fellowship in Sally's name to honor her memory as well as her love of mentoring. They ask you—her family, friends, and collaborators in the film community—to contribute to the Sally Menke Memorial Fellowship in lieu of flowers or other condolences. Click here to donate to the Fellowship.