New round of slate funding for screenplay development

With slate funding, the Filmfonds (Netherlands Film Fund) offers two years of financial support to independently operating producers for the development of 4 to 6 screenplays for feature films, feature-length animation films and/or feature-length documentaries for a diverse audience. The slate can also be used for research & development or an initial development phase of original plans in other categories, such as high-end series, short (animation) films or immersive productions.

The contribution ensures that selected production companies run fewer risks when they have to finance multiple projects in the development phase. In addition, the contribution ensures creative continuity and creates the space to properly weigh the ambition and potential of projects. Slate funding thus stimulates the cultural entrepreneurship of the producer, director and screenwriter and strengthens the competitive position of the production company.

For whom?

The application can be submitted by a production company and slates can be applied for feature film and/or feature-length animation film, for feature-length documentary or a combined slate aimed at both feature film, feature-length animation film or documentary.

Contribution

Via slate funding, a maximum of € 420,000 can be applied for screenplay development for a period of two years. A funding ceiling of € 2.1 million applies to this scheme.

Deadline

Applications for slate funding can be submitted up to and including Tuesday 9 March 2027 before 17:00 CET.