Sponsorship

The Australian Children’s Television Foundation (ACTF) is a national organisation for Australian children’s media. It aims to improve Australian children’s lives through screen content that reflects our culture and values, making an enduring contribution to their cultural and educational experience. 

Australian children deserve to hear their voices, see their world reflected in the programs made for them, and see local stories and their culture on screen. 

The ACTF invests in and supports children’s media for Australian children. 

We provide a multifaceted assistance program for producers and writers, including project development, production funding, international market representation, and distribution. 

We regularly receive sponsorship requests. These guidelines set out the requirements for ACTF Sponsorship funding.

The following screen industry events and partnerships are eligible for ACTF Sponsorship funding: 

• Screen-related conferences 
• Screen industry markets 
• Screen industry awards  

Please note that the ACTF does not sponsor registrations for or travel to conferences, markets, or events.

Applicants will be assessed against the below criteria: 

1. Demonstrate how the event supports and is relevant to ACTF’s purpose, objectives, and vision.  
2. Demonstrates how the event embraces, supports, and celebrates Australia’s diverse screen sector, emphasising children’s content.  
3. Demonstrate how the sponsorship funds will support the event's operations. 
4. Demonstrate the benefits the ACTF would receive by supporting the event.  

Any successful application must address all the above selection criteria.  

Any application for ACTF Sponsorship funding will be considered in relation to ACTF’s operation budget and available funds. 

Any ACTF Sponsorship support is decided at ACTF’s sole discretion, and a sponsorship approval does not constitute a commitment to future years support of the same event.

Applicants are encouraged to apply to the ACTF as early as possible to allow sufficient time for reviewing proposals. Potential applicants can email applications@actf.com.au  with any queries or to discuss their application. 

Those seeking Sponsorship from ACTF must send a formal proposal and cover letter to the ACTF. The cover letter must be targeted directly to the ACTF and address the Selection Criteria.

All eligible proposals will be assessed, and decisions made by ACTF Management. If ACTF deems necessary, we may request changes to funding purposes or sponsorship amounts or benefits before making any decision.   

The applicant will be notified of the outcome of their application within a reasonable time and will be provided with feedback (if considered useful).  

If successful, applicants will be required to enter into a sponsorship agreement with the ACTF.  

In most instances, sponsorship for large-scale events such as conferences will require an acquittal report to document the impact. This will be discussed in further detail if the proposal is successful.

If you have any further questions about ACTF Sponsorship, please email applications@actf.com.au