About Us | The Offshoot Foundation

Inspiring the next generation of filmmakers.

At The Offshoot Foundation, we believe in the transformative power of filmmaking to shape young minds and ignite creativity. Our mission is to provide accessible and enriching opportunities for the next generation of filmmakers, storytellers, and visual artists.

With a passion for nurturing talent, we offer dynamic workshops and programs that empower youth to explore the world of filmmaking. Our experienced mentors and industry professionals guide participants through hands-on experiences, cultivating technical skills and fostering a deep understanding of storytelling.

Since our inception, we’ve been dedicated to making a lasting impact. Through collaboration and community engagement, we strive to break down barriers and make film education inclusive for all. Our success is measured not only by the films created but by the confidence gained, the voices amplified, and the futures shaped.

Join us in our journey to inspire, educate, and create. Together, we can light the spark of creativity and propel young visionaries toward a future where their stories have the power to change the world.

Our Mission

To advance the lives of young people under the age of 25.
To promote education and training, particularly among those who are disadvantaged due to their economic and/or social circumstances.
To use a range of creative media opportunities and experiences to empower, enthuse, and inspire young people — helping them develop life skills, raise their aspirations, and better equip themselves to reach their full potential and contribute positively to society.

The foundation's initiatives have been instrumental in:

Developing social and technical skills
Building confidence
Teaching teamwork, communication and leadership skills
Employing people who what already completed our courses to mentor new participants
Encouraging young mentors into specialist or general further education and into work.

The foundation works with a diverse range of participants, including:

Children - Any school age children, separate youth organisations and schools
Teenagers - Young people from disadvantaged areas; those not in education, employment, or training (NEET); young people with disabilities; youth organisations and schools; and pupil referral units supporting disadvantaged young people.
Young Adults - Adults with disabilities, long-term unenployed, young offenders, young people in care, young carers.