Volunteer Films supports small charities and voluntary organisations with a revenue of less than £2 million per year. The project is open to organisations across England.
How it works
Charities are asked to contribute a one-off production fee of £1,000 for which you get the following:
- A short promotional film made by professionals from the TV, film and video production industry worth the equivalent of £10,000 - £15,000
- A DVD master of the film
- A version of the film suitable for website streaming
- Rushes (original shot footage) of the film
- Full copyright of the film produced
- PR and marketing advice on how to use the film effectively, supported by Media Trust’s Media Matching service
- Guaranteed broadcast on Community Channel and available on Community Channel website to watch online
How to apply
As of 7 April 2008, we are no longer accepting applications for the 4th series of Volunteer Films. We hope to begin series 5 towards the end of 2008 but this is dependent on funding which has not yet been confirmed.
For more information or to get in touch, you can reach us on 020 7217 3622, or email volunteerfilms@mediatrust.org.
Testimonials
Ipswich Credit Union
'As well as helping us publicise our work to new and potential volunteers, the film gave immense pride to the existing Volunteers and renewed their commitment to being part of a large and successful voluntary group.'
Sally Chicken - Director and volunteer
Open Clasp Theatre Company (Volunteer Films 2006)
'It’s not easy to put the work we do into words, therefore it is invaluable for us to have something that so vividly shows the difference our charity makes.'
Roma Yagnik - PR Officer
LIVE Futures
'The video produced for us by the Media Trust is possibly the most valuable tool LIVE has ever had for successfully communicating the work we do.'
Sam Conniff - Director
Trust Youth
'The film really brings our organisation to life in the way a leaflet or an email never could. We're enormously grateful and highly recommend Volunteer Films for any charities thinking of creating a film.'
Jamie Dear