Sources of Funding
Screen WM supports media and film education projects through our investment fund. In addition there are a range of other funders who support media and film education.
First Light
www.firstlightmovies.com
First Light fund and inspire the making of short films by young people in the UK, reflecting the diversity of their lives. They have enabled over 9,000 young people between the ages of five and 18 to write, act, shoot and produce over 600 films. Working with filmmakers and organisations, First Light films cover many topics and genres, and make use of accessible digital film technology.
Mediabox
www.media-box.co.uk
Mediabox offers disadvantaged 13-19 year olds in England the opportunity to develop and produce creative media projects, using film, television, print, radio or online platforms. Mediabox is for young people to: express their own opinions, ideas and views, gain new skills, encourage creativity, boost personal development and get their voices heard. Applications for grants of up to £1,000 can be made by individuals or groups of individuals at any time. Organisations that work with young people can apply for up to £80,000. The next funding deadline is 18th September and Mediabox will run until March 2008.
Arts Council
www.artcouncil.org.uk
Arts Council England works to get more art to more people in more places. They develop and promote the arts across England, acting as an independent body at arm's length from government. It offers a wide range of different funds but only some media forms, such as artist's film and video and photography are eligible.
GrantNet
www.grantnet.com
GRANTnet is a free to use funding search site provided by the market-leading grants database, GRANTfinder.
Fundraising For a Community Project
www.howtobooks.co.uk
This book by Simon Whaley is a packed full of useful tips and advice for groups making funding applications. The book is available for £10.99 from bookshops or the above website.
Who do I contact?
Initial enquiries or suggestions for inclusion in this section should be directed to Anthony Hughes, Education, Archive & Audience Development Officer
You can email or call me on +44(0) 121 265 7120