your partner in story, brand, and video.
nonprofit video production that drives donations.
For nearly 15 years, Portland Video Production Company has partnered with nonprofits to create strategic, high-impact videos that move people to give.
We don’t just produce beautiful films.
We create fundraising assets designed to increase donations, strengthen donor relationships, and build long-term impact.
15 years of nonprofit storytelling experience
We understand mission-driven messaging. We understand donor psychology. And we understand how delicate stories — like pediatric cancer, ALS, and other life-altering diagnoses — must be handled with empathy and care.
We get intimate with our clients and the people they serve. That trust translates into authentic stories that resonate.
we know stories.
we know people.
We know how to help people open up.
We know how to structure emotional arcs.
We know how to guide viewers toward action.
And yes — we know how to get people to open their wallets.
strategic distribution beyond the event
A gala video shouldn’t live for one night.
We plan for:
• social campaigns
• donor emails
• website integration
• grant applications
• recap videos
• capital campaign rollouts
• paid advertising
We build content ecosystems — not one-off videos.
we compete on impact.
There will always be cheaper options.
But nonprofit fundraising is too important to gamble on inexperience.
When organizations audit us against competitors, they quickly realize: We understand nonprofit storytelling at a level others simply don’t.
video is an investment, not an expense
Budgets can be tight. Every penny matters.
That’s why we maximize every filming day — capturing multiple deliverables, evergreen footage, and long-term assets.
We always ask: How can this footage serve you for the next 2–5 years?
we understand donor psychology
Creating a nonprofit video isn’t just about telling a touching story, it’s about understanding what moves someone from empathy… to action.
After nearly 15 years producing fundraising and nonprofit videos, we understand:
• when to introduce the mission
• when to humanize the impact
• when to build emotional tension
• when to release it
• and exactly where the donation ask should land
We don’t rely on guesswork or trends.
We structure stories intentionally — with the donor experience in mind.
Because at the end of the day, your video isn’t measured by views.
It’s measured by generosity.
trusted by local and national nonprofits alike
we're so proud of our Portland community, but have had the honor of traveling all over the country to help nonprofits.
nonprofit video categories
click below to see a case study for each nonprofit video production category.
faq's
AKA questions we're often asked.
what types of nonprofits do you work with?
All of them! From cancer research to humane societies, we craft stories for all nonprofit industries.
what size nonprofits do you work with?
All of them! We've worked with nonprofits with budgets less than $1M/year to nonprofits over $50M/year.
what makes you different from other video production companies?
We specialize in nonprofit storytelling and fundraising strategy. Many production companies can film, but few understand donor psychology and long-term content planning.
how much does nonprofit video production cost?
Costs vary depending on scope and deliverables. We work strategically within nonprofit budgets to maximize long-term value and ROI.
how long should a nonprofit fundraising video be?
For live galas, typically 2–4 minutes. For digital campaigns, shorter cutdowns are often created.
can footage be reused in future campaigns?
Absolutely. We intentionally film evergreen content designed for multi-year use.
do you help shape the story?
Yes. Story identification and emotional structuring is one of our core strengths.
do you work with sensitive topics?
Yes. We have extensive experience with pediatric cancer, ALS, and other deeply personal stories.