$22K to the Independent Feature Project

The Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity and the Illinois Arts Council gave the Independent Feature Project of Chicago $22,760 in fiscal year 2009.

by Amanda Griffin-Johnson

In fiscal year 2009, the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity and the Illinois Arts Council gave the Independent Feature Project (IFP) a total of $22,760. According to our transparency website, IllinoisOpenGov.org, the DCEO paid IFP $15,000 in participation fees. The State of Illinois Accountability Portal lists IFP as receiving $7,760 from the Illinois Arts Council in fiscal year 2009.

According to the IFP website, “IFP Chicago is a non-profit organization committed to the idea that independent film is an important art form and a powerful voice in our society,” and they “provide resources, information and avenues of communication for independent filmmakers, industry professionals and independent film enthusiasts.”

To find these entries on the IllinoisOpenGov site, go to “Checks to Businesses & People” and enter “Independent Feature Project” into the “Vendor” field.