
Video Works for Nonprofits.
Here's the Data to Prove it.
Video is one of the most powerful tools a nonprofit can use to raise awareness, increase donations, and drive action. From short-form clips and emotional testimonials to mobile-optimized campaigns - when it’s done right, video delivers results.
Key Stats That Tell the Story
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Donors are 48% more likely to give after watching a fundraising video. (NPSource, 2023)
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72% of donors say they’re “very likely” to give after watching a video about a nonprofit’s work. (Blackbaud, 2023)
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Video-driven peer-to-peer campaigns see 15–18% of donations come directly through the video platform. (We Are Social, 2023)
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Nonprofits using video generate 54% more leads than those without. (Animoto, 2023)
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78% of potential volunteers who watch testimonial videos are more likely to sign up. (VolunteerMatch, 2023)
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On average, nonprofits see a 7× return on every $1 spent on video. (government.media)
Social Platforms Multiply Your Reach
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85% of video views happen on mobile — optimize accordingly. (Statista, 2023)
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Facebook: 18% of donors have given via Facebook fundraising tools; 88% say they’d do it again. (NPSource, 2023)
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Instagram: Stories with fundraising stickers average a 13.7% click-through rate. (Sprout Social, 2023)
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TikTok: Nonprofits see an average 26% engagement rate on videos. (Socialbakers, 2023)
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Video Best Practices That Make a Difference
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Videos under 2 minutes have 60% higher completion rates. (Wistia, 2023)
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Subtitles increase viewership by 35%, and transcripts boost SEO and accessibility. (Wordstream & Moz, 2023)
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Emotional storytelling increases donations by 38%. (Convio, 2023)
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The Bottom Line
If your nonprofit has a mission worth sharing, video is one of the most effective ways to amplify it. It raises awareness, drives donations, and encourages action.
We help NPOs turn stories into momentum and measurable value.
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Meet Your Creative Director
Experience Matters
Our team at Shot by Picto is led by Creative Director, Shaun Peter Cunningham, a seasoned storyteller with over 165 IMDb credits in TV, Film and Media.
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When you book a consultation, you’re connecting directly with the creative director who will nurture your project from discovery all the way through to delivery.
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Shaun is an award-winning cinematographer, producer, director, screenwriter, and editor known for his diverse contributions to film, television and media.
Having collaborated with clients from innovative startups and nonprofits, to Fortune 50 giants like AT&T and the legendary Manchester United Football Club, Shaun brings a wealth of experience and a unique storytelling flair to every project.



