One-off Pitch Pot Fund Announced

Film Hub Scotland has released a one-off Pitch Pot fund to support screenings and events related to LGBT History Month or International Women’s Day.

The Fund, allowing exhibitors to access up to £1,000 for their screening or event, will be open for applications for a limited time only to mark LGBT History Month in February and International Women’s Day on Wednesday 8^th March.

Pitch Pots are a simple way for members to access additional support to enhance new or existing one-off projects and screenings of independent British and specialised film.

The fund allows members to create impactful, one-off events to enhance their programme, or to deliver special activities tied to local, Scotland and/or UK events and initiatives. Film Hub Scotland have previously prioritised projects that promote diversity and increase inclusion, engage young people and/or celebrate screen heritage.

Your activity could include could include (but is not limited to):

• Curated seasons
• One-off screenings
• Visiting filmmaker or post-screening event
• Access costs

Support for hybrid (online) projects is will be considered where it presents a valuable audience development opportunity.

To apply, please visit the Pitch Pot Funding page.

The deadline for these applications is Monday 13 February.

Reporting for your event must be completed no later than Tuesday 14 March.

For screening ideas, check out the BFI Fan support available for Joyland and Fashion Reimagined.