Funding and Development Programme Deadlines

A handy list of deadlines for funding and development programmes from Creative Scotland, Screen Scotland and our Partner organisations.

Below is a list of funding and development programmes from Creative Scotland, Screen Scotland and our Partner organisations, along with their deadline for applications.

Creative Scotland and Screen Scotland

Fund Organisation Deadline

National Lottery Film Festival & Screening Programme Fund

Funding to support organisations who are looking to produce film festivals and screening programmes in Scotland for a public audience.

Screen Scotland

Midnight, 13 January 2025

National Lottery Open Fund for Organisations

Funding to supports organisations seeking funding of up to £100k for creative activity, projects and programmes lasting up to 18 months.

Creative Scotland

Ongoing

Open Fund for Individuals

Funding to support a wide range of activity initiated by artists, writers, producers and other creative practitioners in Scotland.

Creative Scotland

Ongoing

Distribution Fund

Funding to support the distribution of Scottish feature films with the potential to have a strong cultural impact within Scotland.

Screen Scotland

Ongoing

Screen Education Fund

Funding to develop increased abilities in and access to screen education across Scotland.

Screen Scotland

Ongoing

Film Development and Production Fund

Funding for development and production support towards feature length films and documentaries being made by filmmakers based in Scotland.

Screen Scotland

Ongoing

Broadcast Content Fund

Funding for development and production support towards broadcast projects by eligible Scottish production companies.

Screen Scotland

Ongoing

Production Growth Fund

Funding to support for large scale productions to film in Scotland, utilising crew, locations and facilities based here.

Screen Scotland

Ongoing

Professional Development Fund

Funding for individuals working in film and TV to access training, mentoring and other professional development activity, nationally and internationally.

Screen Scotland

Ongoing

Market and Festival Attendance Fund

Funding to help screenwriters, producers and directors attend key festivals and film markets.

Screen Scotland

Ongoing

Partners

Fund Organisation Deadline

Kickstarter Forward Funds

Creative Scotland has set up a £50,000 fund with backing from The National Lottery, as part of the Forward Funds program to support Scotland-based creators running Kickstarter projects.

Kickstarter Ongoing

Awards for All

In partnership with The National Lottery Community Fund, Creative Scotland and Sports Scotland, Awards for All provides funds of between £300 and £10,000 to support what matters to people and communities.

National Lottery Community Fund

Ongoing

Author International Travel Fund

Open throughout the year, our Author International Travel Fund is available to Scottish writers who have been invited overseas to promote their work.

Scottish Books International

Ongoing

MusicPlus+

MusicPlus+ is a free mentoring scheme for 14-19 year olds in Scotland. It aims to provide one to one experience with music industry professionals who will offer guidance, encouragement, skills and knowledge across a range of industry roles from performance to business.

Scottish Music Centre

Ongoing

Hit the Road

Hit the Road is a touring project for 14-19 year old aspiring performers who are at an early stage in their careers. It presents genre-themed tours of Scotland throughout the year giving young people the opportunity to experience life on the road.

Scottish Music Centre

Ongoing

International Showcase Fund

The International Showcase Fund (ISF) offers vital export support for UK-based artists, bands, songwriters and producers who have been invited to perform or create new music at international showcasing festivals or conferences.

PRS Foundation

Ongoing

YMI CPD Fund

The YMI CPD Fund is intended to support individuals and organisations who work with children and young people on out-of-school music projects.

Scottish Music Centre

Ongoing

Future Proofing Training Fund

Future Proofing is a partnership project which aims to offer a sustainable solution to the personnel shortages in Scotland within creative production, stage management and technical skills by inspiring a new generation at entry level onwards and supporting the continuing professional development of our experienced practitioners and educators.

Federation of Scottish Theatre

Ongoing

Touring Network Supported Programme

Supported Programme helps promoters to programme excellent and experimental new work in venues across the Highlands & Islands. Extend your tour route and discover hidden corners of the country, meet new people and perform in up-close and personal spaces for a tour like no other!

The Touring Network

Ongoing