The Film and Television Charity
| Abbreviation | FTVC |
|---|---|
| Formation | 1924, as Cinematograph Trade Benevolent Fund until 1964, then renamed Cinema and Television Benevolent Fund until 2017 |
| Type | Nonprofit organization |
| Purpose | To support people who work in the Film, TV and Cinema industries |
| Headquarters | 22 Golden Square, London W1F 9AD |
Region | United Kingdom |
Official language | English |
CEO | Marcus Ryder |
Chair of Trustees | Claire Tavernier |
| Staff | 40 |
| Website | https://filmtvcharity.org.uk |
The Film and TV Charity, formerly the CTBF (Cinema and Television Benevolent Fund), is the leading UK charity for people who work in the film, cinema and television industries, whose careers cover all aspects of pre-production and beyond, from script to screen and in a variety of roles.
Operating out of its main office in London, their services are available across the whole of the UK.
The charity owns the trademark for the Royal Film Performance, an event that has previously been attended by Queen Elizabeth II and other members of the British Royal Family. The most recent Royal Film Performance was the global premiere of Ridley Scott's Gladiator II at the Odeon Luxe Leicester Square on 13 November 2024. The event was attended by King Charles III. Queen Camilla planned to attend with the King but ultimately cancelled due to a chest infection.
The charity runs a 24/7 Support Line. The support line is available to discuss legal queries, mental health and wellbeing, financial troubles, family issues, or bullying and discrimination.