Reel Impact opens applications for second round

Reel Impact returns for second round of funding

Following an incredible response to the launch of Reel Impact, applications for the second round of funding from the Charity’s programme to support and uplift experienced Black and Global Majority talent are now open. 

Following feedback from round one, and to respond to the needs of its beneficiaries, the Charity has made several improvements for round two, refining grant eligibility and the application process. These changes include: 

• Clearer grant themes: Individuals are invited to apply for grants up to £10,000 to support personal development while organisations can apply for funds up to £25,000 to support organisational development or for work to advance race equity 
• Revised criteria: Criteria has been updated to better reflect the focus on mid-senior level Black and Global Majority talent
• Application process: there is now a two-stage application process to make applying clearer and easier and more transparent
• Peer Assessors: Peer Assessors have been introduced to centre Black and Global Majority voices at the heart of the decision-making process
• Applications from across the UK: the Charity is also underlining the importance of securing applications from across the UK, recognising regional, not just London talent

Creating a more inclusive, equitable, and anti-racist industry

The aim of Reel Impact remains to support the creation of a more inclusive, equitable, and anti-racist industry that properly recognises and values the expertise of its Black and Global Majority members. Constantly evolving, Reel Impact aims to centre Black and Global Majority voices in its development and decision-making, with the introduction of Peer Assessors for round 2, and is recruiting a diverse mix of experienced industry professionals, with a range of skills and backgrounds. 

Reel Impact was designed specifically for experienced mid-to-senior level professionals, as opposed to those starting out in the industry, to recognise that these individuals are already skilled at their craft but often remain disadvantaged by the industry. 

Grant awardees from the first round of Reel Impact

Previous awardees include organisations such as the TV Collective, Wonder Women, FilmDHit, and Mama Youth Project, with individuals including Dean Leon Anderson, Georgie Yukiko Donovan, and Samantha Fray.

Anita added, ​“With improvements made to our processes and more clarity on what we are looking for, I hope that applicants will apply for a chance to bring their visions to life and ignite much needed change in the industry. The team will also be hosting information webinars in March, giving people an opportunity to ask any questions they may have.