Mediabox, the Department for Children, Schools and Families fund which offers 13-19 year olds the opportunity to develop and produce media projects has announced its new funding rounds for 2008/09.To date, Mediabox has funded 234 projects, giving out almost £4.5 million in funding.

Almost 7000 young people in England have benefited from the scheme.Grants of up to £40,000 will be available to youth and/or media focused organisations. This year, Mediabox is actively seeking proposals that include radio, print, interactive, digital media, photography, graphic novels or mixed media advertising campaigns.

ROUND 2
Online applications close August 19, 2pm

Screen Yorkshire is the regional partner of Mediabox in Yorkshire and Humber. For more information on funding and the application process please visit www.media-box.co.uk or contact jay@screenyorkshire.co.uk.