BFI Film Fund: Dionne will be discussing the ins and out of applying for the BFI film fund. She will outline what type of project are more likely to gain funding and how to maximise your chances during the process Local Funding: When should you apply for local funding and how can you pool different pots of funding together to source the budget for your film. Grants: How are grants different to other types of funding? How do you acquire and expand your connections to successfully apply and gain funding through grants?