What funding is available through First Light ?

First Light is the UK’s leading initiative enabling young people to realise their potential via creative digital film and media projects.

All applications to First Light are made online. The information below will help you select the best pathway for your First Light grant application.

It operates a number of youth funding schemes including:

The Young Film Fund

The UK Film Council’s Lottery funded filmmaking initiative for five to 19 year olds. For guidelines and information on how to apply, click here

Mediabox

A Department for Education fund to help young people have a positive voice in the media. It offers disadvantaged 13-19 year olds the opportunity to develop and produce creative media projects, using film, print, television, radio or online platforms. There are grants of up to £40,000 available now. For more information click here