The regional council, which has supported film through the Rhône-Alpes Cinema fund since 1990, created separate funds in 2001 to support documentaries, animation and scriptwriting.

Cornwall Film was set up in 2001, and initially focused on script and project development and short film production. Between 2002 and 2004, Cornwall Film supported over 50 projects, spending almost half a million pounds and attracting much more in inward investment.

The CROSS-MEDIA CHALLENGE is a competition for innovative, interactive, socially engaged content with applications for mobile and broadband. The winning producer will sign a production development deal with the NFB worth C$10,500/£5,000. Four semi-finalists will be invited to present their projects at a panel session during the Sheffield Doc/Fest. The winner will be announced at the festival’s Cross Platform program. Semi-finalists must finance their own travel to the festival.

The mission of the CRRAV is to develop the audiovisual sector in the region. The Association administers funds intended to support the production and distribution of cinematographic, television and multimedia works that are relevant, in artistic terms, to the historic, geographic and social diversity of the Nord-Pas de Calais region.

The Cultural Endowment of Estonia (hereinafter the Cultural Endowment) is a legal person in public law the objective of the activities of which is to support the arts, folk culture, physical fitness and sport and the construction and renovation of cultural buildings by the accumulation of funds and distribution thereof for specific purposes. Grants of the Cultural Endowment for individuals are equivalent to state grants. The functions of the Cultural Endowment are to: support projects which promote, introduce and popularise the arts and sport, artistic associations, research related to culture and sport, and to further the development of the arts, folk culture, physical fitness and sport| support outstanding figures in the arts and sport, and their families upon their death| support talented persons with development potential in various areas of culture and sport and to facilitate their individual development| support the commemoration of deceased figures in the arts and sport| support

The EU’s Culture programme (2007-2013) has a budget of €400 million for projects and initiatives to celebrate Europe’s cultural diversity and enhance our shared cultural heritage through the development of cross-border co-operation between cultural operators and institutions. The Culture programme aims to achieve three main objectives: to promote cross-border mobility of those working in the cultural sector; to encourage the transnational circulation of cultural and artistic output; and to foster intercultural dialogue. For the achievement of these objectives, the programme supports three strands of activities: cultural actions; European-level cultural bodies; and analysis and dissemination activities.

As an inter-state institution, the Czech-German Fund for the Future is a concrete result of the Czech-German Declaration. Both governments signed its statutes on December 29, 1997, thus establishing it as a foundation fund under Czech law with its registered office in Prague. The mission of the Czech-German Fund for the Future is to support understanding between Czech and Germans in various ways, increase the number of bilateral meetings and expand co-operation through support of joint projects, thus actively contributing to the renewal and strengthening of Czech-German relations. Finantial support in the area of culture is also focused on DOCUMANTARY FILM, Documentary Seminars and Workshops.

Dada-South is the South-East’s thriving Disability Arts Development Agency, always raising the profile of Deaf and Disabled artists in the region and creating new and exciting opportunities, to accelerate Deaf and Disabled people’s careers in the Arts.

The Danish Film Institute (DFI) is the government agency responsible for supporting and encouraging film and cinema culture and for conserving these in the national interest. DFI operations extend from participation in the development and production of feature films, short and documentary films, over distribution and marketing, to managing the national film archive and the cinematheque. The DFI Film House, open to the public, is also an entertainment and edutainment facility, with its cinemas, videotheque, restaurant and café, bookshop and filmmaking studio FILM X. Located in central Copenhagen, the Film House also provides a vibrant meeting place for cinema-goers, filmmakers and filmbuffs alike.

The ministry is responsible for a number of policy areas: creative arts, music, theatre, film, libraries, archives, museums, protection and preservation of buildings and monuments, archeology and higher education and training in the areas of art and culture.

Dunatáj Foundation (Danube Region Foundation) was established by the Hungarian Movie and Film Factory in 1994. Our workshop is for non-profit films and TV programmes. Our purpose is to shoot and to distribute valuable documentary films, help young and talented directors' work, support cultural events and promote relationship between the film and its audience primarily among people living in the Duna river basing. Some 300 films enjoyed our support in the past 12 years. Some selection of awarded films Aranykalyiba (Golden Hut) d: Dezső Zsigmond Jihlava Film festival – specian prize I.FilmDok Festival Mercurea Ciuc – 1. prize 38. Magyar Filmszemle – best cinematography Csigavár (Snail Fortress) d: Dezső Zsigmond 36. Magyar Filmszemle – best director Mediawave Fesztivál 2006 – special prize Kamera Hungária 2006 – best cinematography II.FilmDok Festival Mercurea Ciuc – special prize Jihlava Filmfestival – I. prize Józsi nővér és a sárga bicikli (Nurse Joe and the Yellow Bicycle) d: Dezső Zsigmond 37. Magyar Filmszemle – best cinematography III. FilmDok Festival Mercurea Ciuc – 1. prize Kamera Hungária 2007 – special prize Ecseri tekercsek (Reels from the Floe Market) d: Zoltán Czigány Kamera Hungária 2006 – special prize II. FilmDok Filmfestival Mercurea Ciuc – special prize Ikrek (Twins) d: Arthur Bálint 38. Hungarian Film week – special prize III. FilmDok Festival Mercurea Ciuc – special prize Kamera Hungária 2007 – special prize Élik az életüket (Slice of Their Life) d: Dezső Zsigmond 38. Hungarian Filmweek – special prize

DCMS is responsible for Government policy on the arts, sport, the National Lottery, tourism, libraries, museums and galleries, broadcasting, creative industries including film and the music industry, press freedom and regulation, licensing, gambling and the historic environment.

DEFA Foundation maintains the collection of the DEFA Studio films and makes part of the film heritage accessible to public. DEFA also provides financial support to German cinema in the form of film project funding, scholarships and film awards.

The Department was formed in June 2002 and its mission is: "To enrich Irish society by supporting the growth of a competitive and sustainable tourism industry and increasing access to, and participation in sport, the arts and culture." Its objectives in th efield of art are: the formulation, development and evaluation of policy and structures to promote and foster the practice and appreciation of the creative and interpretative arts and to encourage the development of the Irish film industry; enabling the national cultural institutions, as integral elements of the national culture, to preserve, protect and present for the benefit of present and future generations our moveable heritage and cultural assets.

The Regional Council of Almería supports production, distribution, promotion and training activities in the audiovisual sector and allocates subsidies for the production of animated, (first) feature, short, documentary films and TV fiction.

Direzione Generale per il Cinema funds Italian film production by means of indirect intervention for feature-length and short films, and by direct intervention that take the form of premiums for quality and contributions to the box office takes.

The Dutch Cultural Broadcasting Fund aims at encouraging the development and production of cultural radio and television programmes by the national and regional public broadcasting companies.

ECLA Aquitane was established in 1999 with the aim to facilitate participation in co-productions by local producers, support, encourage, promote and market film in the country or region by encouraging film-makers to produce in the geographical area and to work with regional film commissions and other similar organisations.

EM Media is the Regional Screen Agency for the East Midlands, one of a network of nine agencies covering England. Our core mission is to place media at the heart of the creative economy of the East Midlands. Aims: TALENT Identifying, growing and supporting the cultural, creative and economic ambitions of the region’s dynamic talent pool and enhancing the region’s reputation for innovative practice and distinctive voices. AUDIENCES AND MARKETS Developing the range of markets, audiences and opportunities for consumption of digital product and encouraging participation, understanding and engagement with all forms of media product, especially as tools for learning. BUSINESS Utilising key business functions and practices (R&D, feasibility testing, fundraising, market intelligence and communication) to shape our business to inform and invest in film and media businesses.

The Estonian Film Foundation (Eesti Filmi Sihtasutus) was established in 1997 by the Government of Estonia as a private legal institution with the task of financing Estonian film production; establishing and developing international film contacts; promoting Estonian films at home and abroad; supporting the training of Estonian filmmakers and audiovisual professionals; creating and maintaining Estonian film databases. Estonian Film Foundation represents Estonia at international film festivals, markets and organisations. Estonia is a member of MEDIA Plus and European Audiovisual Observatory. As of January 2004, Estonia also joined Eurimages.

The Estonian Institute was founded in 1989. Its activities are supported by the Ministry of Culture the majority of projects are funded by a number of different sources. In its foundation, the Institute followed the model of various organisations which have been successfully introducing and mediating the culture of their countries for decades (e.g. the British Council, Swedish Institute, Danish Cultural Institute, Goethe Institute). The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is a long-standing partner as regards the publication and distribution of the information materials about Estonia. In addition, the Institute has had a great number of co-operation projects with several other institutions from the public, private and third sectors.

The Supreme Council of the Republic of Estonia established the Estonian National Culture Foundation on June 19, 1991. Its aim is to aid the preservation and development of Estonian national culture. Since 1991, the Foundation has issued scholarships and subsidies totalling thirty-two million Estonian kroons.

Eurimages is the Council of Europe fund for the co-production, distribution and exhibition of European cinematographic works. Set up in 1988 as a Partial Agreement it currently has 34 Member States. Eurimages aims to promote the European film industry by encouraging the production and distribution of films and fostering co-operation between professionals. Bearing this in mind, Eurimages has developed four funding programmes: - Assistance for co-production; - Assistance for distribution; - Assistance to cinemas; - Assistance to digitisation for Eurimages funded projects

Eurimages is the Council of Europe fund for the co-production, distribution and exhibition of European cinematographic works. Set up in 1988 as a Partial Agreement it currently has 34 Member States. Eurimages aims to promote the European film industry by encouraging the production and distribution of films and fostering co-operation between professionals. Bearing this in mind, Eurimages has developed four funding programmes: - Assistance for co-production; - Assistance for distribution; - Assistance to cinemas; - Assistance to digitisation for Eurimages funded projects

Eurimages is the Council of Europe fund for the co-production, distribution and exhibition of European cinematographic works. Set up in 1988 as a Partial Agreement it currently has 34 Member States. Eurimages aims to promote the European film industry by encouraging the production and distribution of films and fostering co-operation between professionals. Bearing this in mind, Eurimages has developed four funding programmes: - Assistance for co-production; - Assistance for distribution; - Assistance to cinemas; - Assistance to digitisation for Eurimages funded projects