FFC Global short Film Fund

FFC Global Film Fund

Presented by Female Film Club | brought to you by Krassimira Belev & First Draft
Supporting Women & Non-Binary Filmmakers Worldwide

€10,000 to Fund Your Short Film

Are you a woman or non-binary filmmaker with a powerful story to tell? The Female Film Club Global Film Fund is awarding €10,000 to one bold, visionary short film. This is more than just a grant, this global initiative supports female voices through funding but also through mentorship, and international industry exposure.

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What You’ll Receive

€10,000 production grant for your short film
One year membership to the Female Film Club providing guidance and coaching on mindset, skill, network and technology
Pitching skill support — refine your verbal, written, and visual pitch with expert guidance
Access and support using the latest tech in film
Experts in the industry will have their eyes on your work.
Tailored 1-1 introductions to the FFC’s network
Winner announced and showcased at the BFI Film Festival in October 2025

Eligibility

To apply, you must meet the following criteria:
✅ The applicant must identify as female or non-binary
✅ Applicants must be 18 or older
✅ Applicant must be part of the Free Networking Space of the Female Film Club
✅ Film must be a short (max 15 minutes) — any genre welcome
✅ Submit a script (max 20 pages), budget (max €10K), and bio of people already attached
✅ Screenshot of confirmation of payment

🌍 Open to international applicants. All materials must be submitted in English.

FAQ

What is the timeline?

EARLY BIRD 16TH JUNE-30TH JUNE

£30

GENERAL 1ST JULY-30TH JULY

£40

LAST CALL 1ST AUG - deadline 7TH SEPT

£50

WINNER ANNOUNCED IN OCTOBER AT THE BFI FILM FESTIVAL

💡 All fees help support the €10K fund and exposure opportunities for finalists.

Do I have to be based in the UK or EU?

No. This is a global fund open to filmmakers anywhere in the world.

Why is a payment receipt required?

It verifies your application fee payment when you apply via Smash. Applications without proof of payment will not be reviewed. 💡 All fees help support the €10K fund and exposure opportunities for finalists.

What is my budget is higher than 10.000 Euro?

The budget is allowed to be higher than the grant. To ensure the film gets made the filmmaker needs to have all additional funding in place on Sept 8th. So if they have a budget of 14k Euro they need to have 4K in place sept 8th. If they still need to secure 4K then they won't qualify as they cannot guarantee they will get the funding/resources and therefor the film might not get made.

What happens if I’m shortlisted or selected?

You’ll receive the grant, media exposure, mentorship, and more. The final winner will be announced at our FFC BFI event in October 2025.

What genres are eligible?

All genres are welcome — narrative, documentary, animation, experimental, etc.
🚫 Note: Music videos are not eligible.

Can I apply alone?

Yes — and you may fulfil multiple roles (e.g., writer/director/producer), we understand that it might take time to get a full team on board so every applicant can apply without a team.

How does judging process work?

The winner will be chosen by independent judges, all established in the film industry. Judges will be announced in July.

Can I add other funds to complete the film?

Yes, however all funding should be confirmed by 7th September.

When does the project needs to be shot by?

There needs to be a realistic plan in place to finished the film by October 2026.

How do I stay up to date?

Follow @femalefilmclub and @krassimirabelev for updates

FFC Global short Film Fund

FFC Global Film Fund

€10,000 to Fund Your Short Film

What You’ll Receive

Eligibility

How to apply

Step 1: Join the Networking Space (free) -or login-

Step 2: Use the below link to secure your application

Step 3: Fill in the Smash Application Form

Deadline to apply

FAQ

What is the timeline?

Do I have to be based in the UK or EU?

Why is a payment receipt required?

What is my budget is higher than 10.000 Euro?

What happens if I’m shortlisted or selected?

What genres are eligible?

Can I apply alone?

How does judging process work?

Can I add other funds to complete the film?

When does the project needs to be shot by?

How do I stay up to date?

FFC Global short Film Fund

FFC Global Film Fund

€10,000 to Fund Your Short Film

What You’ll Receive

Eligibility

How to apply

Step 1: Join the Networking Space (free) -or login-

Step 2: Use the below link to secure your application

Step 3: Fill in the Smash Application Form

Deadline to apply

FAQ

What is the timeline?

Do I have to be based in the UK or EU?

Why is a payment receipt required?

What is my budget is higher than 10.000 Euro?

What happens if I’m shortlisted or selected?

What genres are eligible?

Can I apply alone?

How does judging process work?

Can I add other funds to complete the film?

When does the project needs to be shot by?

How do I stay up to date?

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