BFI Doc Society RAD Fund
Key questions
How much does BFI Doc Society RAD Fund pay?
BFI Doc Society RAD Fund offers £3K–£10K per project as a grant. It is not bankable.
Who is eligible for BFI Doc Society RAD Fund?
BFI Doc Society RAD Fund is open to feature films, TV series and documentaries. Eligible structures include official co-productions. Projects must pass a cultural test. UK-based directors and producers only, projects must qualify for British certification, limited to first or second time feature documentary directors.
When is the next BFI Doc Society RAD Fund deadline?
BFI Doc Society RAD Fund accepts applications on a rolling basis, so there is no fixed deadline; decisions are taken in 2 sessions a year.
How do you apply for BFI Doc Society RAD Fund?
Applications for BFI Doc Society RAD Fund go to BFI / Doc Society through its online application portal. PULPSCREEN last verified these details on 5 Apr 2026.
Funding tracks
Territorial spend requirement
UK-based requirement for key personnel
Overview
The BFI Doc Society RAD Fund provides development grants of up to £5,000-£10,000 to support early stage research and development for feature documentary films and immersive projects by first or second time directors.
Eligible formats
Eligibility
UK-based directors and producers only, projects must qualify for British certification, limited to first or second time feature documentary directors