Disney Studios recently announced withdrawal of support for ASIFA and thereby the Annie Awards meaning that Disney will not provide their traditional portion of co-sponsorship money for the event and will not officially submit nominees for the event. Cartoon Brew in an effort to clear up the misconception that Disney films cannot be considered or nominated for Annie Awards. Disney and Pixar employees may submit their own work for consideration without studio support and the Annies have their own nominating committee that can suggest works not submitted.