A networking site that offers opportunities to meet, network, and collaborate with other filmmakers, actors, and crew. The organization includes local groups that meet regularly.

NAMAC is a nonprofit association founded in 1980 dedoicated to the support and advocacy of independent film, video, audio and online/multimedia arts. This support is provided in a wide range of forms as the membership is comprised of organizations as well as individuals: media arts centers, production facilities, university-based programs, community technology centers, museums, film festivals, media distributors, film archives, after-school programs, community access TV stations and individuals working in the field.

Founded in 1979, IFP is a not-for-profit membership and advocacy organization supporting the independent film community with chapters in Chicago, St. Paul, Phoenix, Seattle and New York. Their programs provide information, resources, networking and support to filmmakers, and connects creative talent with the film industry.

Formerly IFP Los Angeles, Film Independent is a 6,300 member, non-profit organization dedicated to independent film and independent filmmakers. Helps filmmakers get movies made and seen by audiences and also works to increase diversity in the industry. Members have access to discounted equipment, editing suites, casting rooms, a valuable resource library, over 120 free screenings, and 150 educational events every year. FI also produces the Independent Spirit Awards, the premier awards event of the independent film community. *See also: Los Angeles Film Festival.

A suite of online tools uniquely designed to aid anyone working within the film community to achieve freedom from restrictive distribution channels. Founded in 2000, the company is widely considered indispensable for those in the industry who are working outside the studio system. Withoutabox grants the power to simply and economically manage the entire process — from production to festivals to distribution to connecting with fans — and the inalienable right to enjoy all artistic and financial rewards to which one is entitled.

Founded in 1975 and called "a temple of great cinema" by Roger Ebert, Facets Multi-Media, located in Chicago, Illinois, is a non-profit media arts organization providing an extraordinary range of film and video programs. Facets Video is one of the nation's largest distributors of independent, foreign, classic, cult, art and hard-to-find cinema. Also hosts the Chicago International Children's Film Festival.

Renew Media is a not-for-profit organization established in 1990 by the Rockefeller Foundation to foster independent artistic expression by supporting the creation, dissemination and public awareness of independent media in all forms. Provides Media Arts Fellowships to fund independent filmmakers, as well as programs, research, education and policy work designed to promote the creation, distribution and public awareness of independent media.

Founded in 1953 the association provides members the opportunity to discuss and exchange ideas in connection with the technical, administrative and managerial problems, as well as opportunities, associated with the operation of a film and/or video laboratory.

Sundance Institute is a non-profit organization founded by Robert Redford in 1981, dedicated to the discovery and development of independent artists and audiences. Through its programs, the Institute seeks to discover, support, and inspire independent film and theatre artists from the United States and around the world, and to introduce audiences to their new work. The Institute's programs include the annual Sundance Film Festival, widely regarded as the premier U.S. independent film festival, a Feature Film Program , a Documentary Film Program the Sundance Documentary Fund and the Film Music Program's Composers Lab. The Institute also runs a Theatre Program supporting independent theate, and an Independent Producers Conference a Native American Initiative. The Institute also maintains the Sundance Collection at UCLA to conserve and archive the history of independent film.

Featuring a wide selection of short independent films. They are dedicated to the discovery and promotion of new filmmaking talent through the website, events and competitions. Emerging talent can display their work to other members of the contemporary creative community, and to the site's subscription members in the broadcast, film and advertising industry as well. The site also contains multiple articles and forums, and event listings.

A unique non-profit organization that focuses on today's film audiences, teaching people to view films actively, helps people experience the world through independent film, and encourages discussion and discourse about film and the world. Through their programs and awards distinguishing creative, quality independent film, the society works to encourage all moviegoers to seek out and support non-mainstream film, focusing on teaching audiences to view films actively, and encouraging discussion and exchange between all those interested in independent film.

Non-profit foundation designed to promote the cultures of Asia through exhibition of classic and contemporary films by and/or about Asians, and to foster an awareness of the importance of preserving these films.

IFTA is a non-profit association whose mission is to provide the independent film and television industry with high-quality marketplace-oriented services and worldwide representation. As a spokesperson for the worldwide independent film and television industry, the Alliance actively lobbies the United States and European governments and the international organizations on measures that impact production and distribution.

Non-profit organization founded by Robert De Niro, Jane Rosenthal, and Craig Hatkoff following the September 11th attacks on the World Trade Center. The Institute's mission is to creates innovative programs that draw on the power of film to promote understanding, tolerance and global awareness while simultaneously supporting the cultural and economic revitalization of New York City and Lower Manhattan.

Founded in 1982 the IDA is a Los Angeles based nonprofit membership organization dedicated to supporting the efforts of documentary film and video makers in the U.S and around the world,with promotion, opportunities and fiscal sponsorship.

An online community for media professionals, including an extensive library of tutorials, podcasts, blogs, a print magazine which can be subscribed to, educational DVD store, newsletter,industry news, and events listings.

Montreal based "museum of the moving image." Founded in 1963 to preserve, document and promote national and international film and television heritage, the Cinematheque Quebecoise is world reknowned for their priceless collections of both national and international film and television, along with film books, magazines, costumes, props and other film memorabilia.

Founded in 1969, possibly the most respected American film presentation organization,the society presents a 363-day season that includes premieres of new films from both new and established directors; major retrospectives; in-depth symposia and high profile events. The Film Society also hosts two world-class international festivals: the New York Film Festival, and New Directors/New Films. It also publishes the respected cinematic journal, Film Comment. Each year the organization presents its annual Gala Tribute honoring legendary stars and industry leaders at Lincoln Center’s Avery Fisher Hall. At various times of the year the Film Society partners with Hollywood studios to present premieres and special live appearances.

Non-profit organization founded in 2001 to promote program and distribute Latin American cinema in the United States. They aquiring the top Latin American films and distribute them widely in theaters, institutions and film festivals. They also curate special Latin American series and retrospectives for theaters, institutions and film festivals.

A nonprofit, public benefit organization whose mission is to advocate, educate, research, develop, and preserve the history and future of blacks in the film and television industries.