Funds & Support Database
Keeping on top of the latest film funds, bursaries, competitions, schemes and more for filmmakers can be a full-time job in itself - that's why we created this database to save you the time scouring the web.
The DIY Filmmaking Challenge: Documentary – People and Places is now open for submissions, inviting filmmakers aged 16-25 from the North of England to create a no-budget documentary short film. The film should be no longer than 3 minutes and can explore any aspect of the theme "People and Places," whether that’s a family member, a location, or anything else that fits. There are no rules on production value, and films can be made with any equipment available. The winning filmmaker will receive £1,000 in funding and production support for a micro-budget short in 2025, and shortlisted films will be showcased at Sheffield Doc/Fest.
The DIY Filmmaking Challenge: Documentary – People and Places is now open for submissions, inviting filmmakers aged 16-25 from the North of England to create a no-budget documentary short film. The film should be no longer than 3 minutes and can explore any aspect of the theme "People and Places," whether that’s a family member, a location, or anything else that fits. There are no rules on production value, and films can be made with any equipment available. The winning filmmaker will receive £1,000 in funding and production support for a micro-budget short in 2025, and shortlisted films will be showcased at Sheffield Doc/Fest.
The Iris Prize Documentary Film Fund is back for its second round, supporting one 20-minute documentary from Wales-based talent with a £20,000 production grant. The fund champions British LGBTQ+ stories, particularly those from underrepresented communities, and the winning film will premiere at the 2026 Iris Prize LGBTQ+ Film Festival before screening on OUTtv’s global platforms. This year, the initiative is partnering with the University of South Wales to offer additional workshops and mentorship, helping shortlisted applicants develop both their films and their skills.
The Iris Prize Documentary Film Fund is back for its second round, supporting one 20-minute documentary from Wales-based talent with a £20,000 production grant. The fund champions British LGBTQ+ stories, particularly those from underrepresented communities, and the winning film will premiere at the 2026 Iris Prize LGBTQ+ Film Festival before screening on OUTtv’s global platforms. This year, the initiative is partnering with the University of South Wales to offer additional workshops and mentorship, helping shortlisted applicants develop both their films and their skills.
The FLAMIN Fellowship is a development programme for early-career artist filmmakers living in England, offering professional workshops, a £2,500 bursary and tailored support to develop new moving image projects. Run by Film London and Arts Council England, it supports six artists each year with in-person sessions in London, travel support, one-to-one development advice and opportunities for exposure through Film London channels.
The FLAMIN Fellowship is a development programme for early-career artist filmmakers living in England, offering professional workshops, a £2,500 bursary and tailored support to develop new moving image projects. Run by Film London and Arts Council England, it supports six artists each year with in-person sessions in London, travel support, one-to-one development advice and opportunities for exposure through Film London channels.