British Council Film is the link between UK films and filmmakers and new international audiences. Together with the British Council’s global network overseas we work to profile the innovation, diversity, creativity and excellence of British films around the world, and work to find opportunities for creative exchange between UK filmmakers and international counterparts.
film.britishcouncil.org

Advantage Creative Fund is a venture capital fund making equity investments from £10,000 up to £250,000 in creative companies based in the West Midlands.
www.advantagecreative.co.uk

The Creative Partnerships programme brings creative workers such as artists, architects and scientists into schools to work with teachers to inspire young people and help them learn.
www.creative-partnerships.com

The Prince’s Trust works with 14 to 30-year-olds giving practical and financial support, developing key workplace skills such as confidence and motivation.
www.princes-trust.org.uk

Finance West Midlands aims to provide a local resourced solution by helping local West Midlands based business connect to finance via varying funding options. Whether the finance required is in the form of a business loan, business investment or a business grant.
www.westmidlandsfinance.com

Business Link is the official government website for businesses of all sizes and offers free business advice and support services.
www.businesslink.gov.uk