The Manuel Rivera-Ortiz Foundation for Documentary Photography & Film
PhotographyNew York, United States2-10 Employees
The Manuel Rivera-Ortiz Foundation for Documentary Photography & Film is a non-profit private operating foundation focused on supporting documentary photographers, particularly those from less developed countries, through publications, exhibitions, awards, grants, and educational programs. Based in New York with additional presence in Paris, Zurich, and Arles, France, the organization aims to advance underrepresented voices in photography and film and to provide opportunities across multiple program areas. Its activities target both emerging and established photographers, seeking to strengthen exposure and development within the documentary photography and film communities. The foundation is located in Rochester, New York, and was founded in 2009 to pursue its mission of fostering diverse, impactful storytelling through visual media.