Nonprofits win hearts when they make impact visible. Video does that faster than anything else: it shows the stakes, the people, and the change—clearly and credibly. We’re Pollen Productions, a video team that helps nonprofits turn mission into movement with story-led, results-focused films.
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At a Glance
- Impact films, fundraising appeals, mini-docs, testimonial series, event recaps, training & educational content
- Budget-first planning and right-sized crews; built for measurable outcomes
- Broadcast-ready capture and color-managed post; captioned, multi-platform deliverables
- Reviews/approvals in Frame.io; captions and social cutdowns included when needed
1) The Nonprofit Reality: Attention Is Scarce
Donors, volunteers, and partners expect authenticity and clarity. They want to see faces, hear stories, and understand how support translates into impact. Video meets them where they are—on websites, social feeds, events, and in the room with major donors.
2) What Professional Production Changes
Good intentions aren’t enough. Clean audio, steady images, proper lighting, and thoughtful editing signal credibility and respect the audience’s time. Professional production also bakes in accessibility (captions, multiple aspect ratios) and consistency so your message lands everywhere it goes.
3) Content That Drives Action
We design nonprofit videos to move people from awareness to commitment:
- Impact Stories & Mini-Docs – human-centered narratives that show need and change
- Fundraising Appeals – concise, emotionally resonant asks with clear CTAs
- Testimonial Series – beneficiaries, volunteers, and partners speaking in their own words
- Event Films – pre-event promos and post-event recaps to extend momentum
- Training & Educational – program clarity for staff, partners, and community
- Social Cutz – short variants for ongoing campaigns
Browse nonprofit examples → Work
4) Our Process for Nonprofits
- Discovery – Mission, audiences, goals, KPIs
- Stakeholder Input – Leadership, program staff, and beneficiary voices
- Plan – Treatments, schedules, logistics; crew tailored to your budget
- Produce – Efficient shoot days with specialists (camera, sound, light)
- Post – Edit, color, mix, graphics, reviews
- Deliver & Measure – Masters, captions, social cuts, and guidance on tracking impact
Prefer à la carte? We can jump in at any stage—pre-production, production, or post.
5) Why Teams Choose Pollen
- Budget-First Planning – We design the creative to fit your resources
- Right-Sized Crews – Specialists for what you need; no unnecessary overhead
- Broadcast-Ready Quality – RED & Sony cinema, color-managed pipeline, clean audio
- Mission-Aligned Storytelling – Clear, empathetic, and on-brand
- Collaboration that Works – Transparent timelines and fast feedback loops
6) Proof in the Work
- Past Mini-Docs: Endless Miles, Dempster Fire Training Center, and more show our work—stakes, story, and cinematic craft.
- Education & Nonprofit: Interview-driven pieces and event films that help raise funds, recruit, and rally supporters.
“Luke filmed and produced the perfect mini documentary for the organization I currently lead called Engineers With a Mission at Grove City College. I look forward to working with him again!”
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7) Budget-Conscious, Outcome-Focused
Every nonprofit is different. We keep pricing inquiry-based so we can propose the smartest path—single-day shoots, series work, or campaign packages—aligned to goals, timelines, and grant requirements.
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8) Tech That Serves the Mission
- Cameras: RED & Sony cinema systems
- Post: DaVinci Resolve, Premiere Pro, After Effects, Logic Pro
- Workflow: Frame.io reviews; captioned deliverables; masters + social variants
FAQs
How quickly can we move?
Most nonprofit projects land in the 2–8 month range from kickoff to delivery, depending on complexity and review cycles.
Can you collaborate with our agency or in-house team?
Absolutely. We’re used to working with communications, advancement, and marketing teams (and their agencies).
Where do you work?
On-site and remote production—wherever your story needs us.
Do you handle accessibility?
Yes—captions, multiple aspect ratios, and clear CTAs are standard considerations in our nonprofit work.
Ready to Turn Mission into Movement?
Explore our nonprofit work → Work
Have a brief or campaign calendar? Contact us—we’ll respond quickly with next steps.
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