Call for proposals to support European film distribution

Call for proposals to support European film distribution is sponsored by European Commission (Creative Europe MEDIA Programme). This call supports the trans-national distribution of recent non-national European films.

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# European Cross-border Grants – Support to investigative journalism projects in Europe Category: Other EU Programmes Call for applications aimed at supporting professional journalists and independent news outlets in conducting deep-dive investigations on European topics.

To be eligible, teams must consist of at least two journalists or media organizations from at least two different European countries, with the requirement that 80% of the budget remains within the EU. The programme prioritizes original, high-impact stories that demonstrate significant news value for European audiences and utilize innovative research methods.

This grant cycle offers a total of EUR 1,120,000 to cover research-related expenses such as travel, translation, and database access, though it excludes fixed costs like office rent or equipment. A unique addition to this cycle is the “expert-reviewed journalism” component, which allows teams to incorporate a more scientific and methodical approach.

Grantees can now work alongside Project Advisors and subject-matter experts who provide specialized guidance to strengthen the investigative rigor and credibility of the reporting.

# Call for proposals to support audiovisual professionals’ skills development Category: Creative Europe Programme Grants,Expired grants Call for proposals to support audiovisual professionals’ skills development, in order to enhance the capacity of audiovisual professionals to adapt to new creative processes, market developments and digital technologies that affect the whole value chain. With a total budget of EUR 9.

5 million, this initiative aims to empower professionals to navigate the rapid evolution of digital technologies, market shifts, and creative processes across the entire industry value chain. The primary goal of this funding is to equip professionals in the audiovisual and gaming sectors with a versatile blend of creative and digital skills.

By encouraging innovative learning methods—including MOOCs and interactive hybrid programs – the Call intends to foster a more competitive, sustainable, and digitally proficient European media landscape. Successful projects will ultimately drive growth and investment by ensuring European talent remains at the forefront of global industry standards.

# Call for proposals to support European film distribution Category: Creative Europe Programme Grants,Expired grants Call for proposals to support the trans-national distribution of recent non-national European films. The VIEW IN BROWSER - FORWARD BY EMAIL - MEMBERSHIP SUBSCRIPTION The above text is a summary of original content published on the website of the European Commission (or related institutions). Licensed under CC BY 4.

0. # Call for proposals to support the networks of European festivals Category: Creative Europe Programme Grants,Expired grants Call for proposals to support Networks of European festivals that will coordinate activities to boost audience interest in, and promote the circulation and visibility of, non-national European audiovisual content, including video games and immersive content.

A total funding of EUR 6,000,000 is available, and while there is no explicit limit on the requested grant amount per single-applicant project, the projects should not typically exceed a duration of 24 months.

Eligible activities for the network include coordinated and collaborative efforts for audience development, coordination among network members for sustainable development, promoting environmentally responsible practices, and providing support to other audiovisual festivals in MEDIA participating countries.

Key expected results include reinforcing cooperation among European audiovisual festivals, increasing their impact in promoting non-national European works, fostering the exchange of knowledge, and harnessing the digital transformation through developing and updating online tools.

# European Digital Media Observatory Hubs Category: Digital Europe Programme Grants,Expired grants Call for proposals to secure funding for projects dedicated to maintaining and enhancing the operations of the European Digital Media Observatory (EDMO).

The primary objective is to sustain and develop a support platform for EDMO’s work while significantly deepening language coverage and strengthening operational capacity for fact-checking across Europe. This initiative aims to foster cooperation between fact-checkers, researchers, and media literacy experts throughout the EU to better monitor and counter disinformation.

Successful projects will contribute to situational awareness, debunking disinformation, and ultimately increasing the resilience of both media professionals and citizens. A total funding pool of VIEW IN BROWSER - FORWARD BY EMAIL - MEMBERSHIP SUBSCRIPTION The above text is a summary of original content published on the website of the European Commission (or related institutions). Licensed under CC BY 4.

0. EUR 6,000,000 is available, with a maximum award of EUR 750,000 per project for an initial timeline of 18 months. # AI innovation challenge for news publishers Category: Expired grants,Non-EU / Global / International Grants This is a nine-month programme designed to fund projects from small and medium-sized news publishers (10-200 personnel) to foster AI literacy and implementation through targeted innovation and experimentation.

The core focus of this Challenge is to help news organizations use AI technologies to enhance and improve audience intelligence and revenue growth. This includes exploring solutions such as dynamic paywall strategies, churn prediction, personalized products, or creating new B2B revenue streams through packaged data insights.

To support these efforts, the programme will award grants ranging from US $50,000 to US $100,000 to up to twelve selected news organizations.

# Call for proposals to support initiatives aimed at strengthening legal protection for journalists Category: Expired grants,Non-EU / Global / International Grants Call for proposals to support projects that aim at strengthening legal protection and enhancing accountability for threats against journalists worldwide.

This initiative is vital because journalists increasingly face diversified legal threats, including complex charges ranging from financial crimes to terrorism accusations, and one-third of media lawyers encounter significant barriers when defending them.

The call seeks proposals for projects that will provide rapid legal assistance, support investigative journalism to reduce impunity, and enhance structures for strategic litigation to protect independent media ecosystems at national and regional levels.

The GMDF is inviting specialized not-for-profit entities, such as NGOs, media associations, and pro bono legal aid organizations, to apply for grants ranging from a minimum of $15,000 to a maximum of $50,000 # Call for proposals to support cross-border media literacy initiatives Category: Creative Europe Programme Grants,Expired grants VIEW IN BROWSER - FORWARD BY EMAIL - MEMBERSHIP SUBSCRIPTION The above text is a summary of original content published on the website of the European Commission (or related institutions).

Licensed under CC BY 4. 0. Call for proposals to support cross-border media literacy initiatives, aiming to boost societal resilience against disinformation and information manipulation.

The main objective is to help citizens develop a critical understanding of the media and to recognize and appropriately respond to challenges in the online environment, such as disinformation and information manipulation.

Projects under this call are expected to build upon and scale up existing best practices, focusing on developing and deploying media literacy tools and initiatives tailored to various population segments and professional groups, thereby fostering civic engagement and societal resilience. Award range: up to EUR 500 000.

# Call for proposals to support journalism partnerships focused on pluralism Category: Creative Europe Programme Grants,Expired grants Call for proposals to protect news media sectors vital to democracy and civic participation, thereby strengthening media pluralism. This initiative specifically targets media segments such as local and regional media, investigative journalism, and organizations that deliver public interest news.

The core mechanism of this support involves enabling experienced organizations to set up and distribute cascading grants (financial support to third parties) to these smaller or mission-driven news media entities to help them improve their sustainability, resilience, and editorial independence. Award range: maximum EUR 2. 500.

000 per project. # Call for proposals to support collaborative journalism partnerships Category: Creative Europe Programme Grants,Expired grants This initiative specifically supports cross-border media collaborations that aim to foster media transformation, promote trustworthy reporting, and improve professional skills for news media personnel.

Projects under this topic typically focus on developing innovative business models, establishing common production standards, and exploring new methods for audience development and content exchange among journalistic organisations. Award range: maximum EUR 2. 000.

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0. # Call for proposals to support creative innovation labs Category: Creative Europe Programme Grants,Expired grants Call for proposals to support the Creative Innovation Lab, is designed to stimulate cross-sectoral cooperation between the audiovisual sector and other Cultural and Creative Sectors (CCSs).

Its primary goal is to support the design, development, and spread of innovative tools, models, or solutions that have a high potential for replicability across these sectors.

Key focus areas include encouraging new forms of creation through experimental approaches, fostering innovative cross-sectoral tools to improve content distribution and monetization, and accelerating the environmental transition of the sectors in line with the European Green Deal. Award range: No limit.

Total funding available: EUR 7 021 561 # Call for proposals to support the translation, publication, and promotion of European literary works Category: Creative Europe Programme Grants,Expired grants Call for proposals to support the translation, publication, distribution, and promotion of European works of fiction.

This action aims to significantly increase the transnational circulation and diversity of European literary works, with a strong focus on those written in less widely translated languages, while simultaneously promoting reading and the cultural diversity of European literature.

The total funding pool is EUR 5,000,000, with award tiers ranging from small-scale projects translating a minimum of five works for up to EUR 100,000, up to large-scale projects translating twenty-one or more works for up to EUR 300,000 (for consortia only). Category: Expired grants,Other EU Programmes The call aims to enhance the awareness and resilience of young Europeans against information integrity risks.

The core objective is to equip youth aged 15 to 30 with the media and digital literacy skills necessary to navigate the online information space critically and participate as informed citizens. Award range: up to EUR 3 100 000 per project. VIEW IN BROWSER - FORWARD BY EMAIL - MEMBERSHIP SUBSCRIPTION The above text is a summary of original content published on the website of the European Commission (or related institutions).

Licensed under CC BY 4. 0. # Call for proposals to support the distribution of non-domestic, European films 2026 Category: Creative Europe Programme Grants This call aims to encourage and support the wider distribution of recent non-national European films.

This action specifically incentivizes European sales agents and theatrical distributors to invest in the promotion and adequate distribution of these films, which must be fiction or documentary works with a minimum duration of 60 minutes.

Successful applications are expected to present strategies that ensure more sustainable, environmentally-respectful practices and promote gender balance, inclusion, diversity, and representativeness, ultimately leading to an increased audience reach and improved competitive position for non-national European films globally. Project budget (requested grant amount): No limit.

Total funding available: EUR 21 000 000 # Call for proposals to support the development and production of TV and online fiction content Category: Creative Europe Programme Grants,Expired grants Call for proposals to support the development and production of TV and online fiction content, in order to increase the capacity of independent European audio-visual production companies to develop high-quality works with significant international and cross-border circulation potential.

This specific topic primarily targets the production of drama films or series intended for linear or non-linear broadcasting, provided they have a minimum total duration of 90 minutes. Award range: between EUR 70 000 and EUR 2 000 000 per project.

# Call for proposals to support the development and dissemination of innovative tools and business models in the audiovisual sector Category: Creative Europe Programme Grants,Expired grants Call for proposals to support the development and dissemination of innovative tools and business models in the audiovisual sector, in order to improve the visibility, availability, audience and diversity of European works in the digital age and/or the competitiveness and/or the greening process of the VIEW IN BROWSER - FORWARD BY EMAIL - MEMBERSHIP SUBSCRIPTION The above text is a summary of original content published on the website of the European Commission (or related institutions).

Licensed under CC BY 4. 0. European audiovisual industry.

This funding encourages the development and/or spread of tools such as subtitling, discoverability, and recommendation systems, alongside business models that optimize synergies between distribution platforms like cinemas and VOD services.

Furthermore, the action specifically supports the exploration of new production, financing, distribution, or promotion methods enabled by cutting-edge technologies like Artificial Intelligence, big data, blockchain, and Virtual Worlds (Metaverse). Award range: No limit. Total funding available: EUR 10 500 000.

# Call for proposals to develop audiovisual works, fostering market competitiveness and cross-border circulation Category: Creative Europe Programme Grants,Expired grants Call for proposals to develop audiovisual works, in order to foster the competitiveness of European independent production companies and to increase their economic weight on the market.

This support aims to increase the capacity of these producers to develop a slate of multiple projects that have the potential to circulate across Europe and internationally. Specifically, the funding targets the development of a minimum of three and a maximum of five audiovisual works, which can be fiction, animation, or creative documentaries.

These works must be intended for commercial exploitation via cinema release, television broadcasting, or digital platforms, and companies are encouraged to develop marketing and distribution strategies from the initial development stage. Award range between EUR 90 000 and EUR 510 000 per project.

# Call for proposals to support the development and production of TV and online documentary content Category: Creative Europe Programme Grants,Expired grants The core objective is to support the development and production of strong, innovative projects with significant potential for circulation throughout Europe and internationally. Specifically, this support encourages the broadcasting of high-quality television and online works.

The action also seeks to strengthen the independence of producers from broadcasters and digital platforms, emphasizing cross-border cooperation and content with high creative value. Award range: between EUR 70 000 and EUR 2 000 000 per project. VIEW IN BROWSER - FORWARD BY EMAIL - MEMBERSHIP SUBSCRIPTION The above text is a summary of original content published on the website of the European Commission (or related institutions).

Licensed under CC BY 4. 0. # Call for proposals to support the development of video games and immersive content 2026 Category: Creative Europe Programme Grants,Expired grants Call for proposals to support the development of video games and immersive content, in order to increase the capacity of European video game producers, XR studios and audiovisual production companies.

Support is specifically dedicated to the development (pre-production) phase of concepts and prototypes that demonstrate a high degree of originality, innovative value, and significant cross-border commercial ambition. Eligible works include original and innovative video games and interactive immersive experiences, with applications expected to present strategies for sustainability, gender balance, inclusion, and diversity.

Award range: EUR 200 000 per project # Call for proposals to support the development and production of TV and online animation content Category: Creative Europe Programme Grants,Expired grants This funding aims to increase the capacity of independent European audio-visual production companies to develop and produce high-quality animation works, facilitating European and international co-productions and expanding their potential to circulate widely across Europe and globally.

For animation to be eligible, the work, whether a one-off film or a series, must have a minimum total duration of 24 minutes and be intended primarily for exploitation via television or online platforms. Award range: between EUR 70 000 and EUR 2 000 000 per project.