Document Your Organization’s Journey
Award-winning documentary films that honor the history,
mission, and people who built your institution.
What Is an Institutional Legacy Project?
An Institutional Legacy Project is a professionally produced documentary film that tells your organization’s complete story—from founding vision to present-day impact.
Unlike promotional videos or event recaps, these films are crafted as lasting historical documents. They’re designed to inspire current stakeholders, honor those who came before, and preserve your legacy for future generations.
IDEAL FOR
We combine archival research, filmed interviews with key figures, and cinematic storytelling to create a film worthy of your organization’s significance.
Churches & Religious Organizations
Celebrating anniversaries, honoring founding members, preserving sacred history for generations of congregants to come.
Nonprofits & Foundations
Sharing impact stories with donors and communities, celebrating milestones, and inspiring continued support.
Businesses & Family Enterprises
Preserving founder stories, company heritage, and the values that built the organization for employees and stakeholders.
Universities & Schools
Documenting institutional history, academic legacy, and the vision of founders for alumni, students, and donors.
When Organizations Commission Legacy Documentaries
Milestone Anniversaries — 25th, 50th, 75th, 100th, 125th anniversaries are natural moments to reflect on your journey and share it with your community.
Founder Tributes — Honoring a retiring leader, commemorating a founder’s passing, or capturing the vision of those who built the organization while they can still share it.
Capital Campaigns — A legacy documentary can be a powerful fundraising tool, reminding donors why your organization matters and what their support makes possible.
Historical Archives — Creating a permanent record before institutional memory is lost—capturing the stories of long-serving members, employees, or leaders before they’re gone.
Leadership Transitions — Documenting the outgoing era and setting the stage for what comes next, ensuring continuity and honoring the past.
Project Investment
Institutional Legacy Projects are custom productions—every organization’s story is unique, and the scope varies based on your history, goals, and timeline.
Projects typically range from $15,000 to $50,000+
Investment depends on:
– Documentary length (30 minutes vs. 60+ minutes)
– Number of interviews required
– Depth of archival research needed
– Travel requirements for production
– Timeline and scheduling complexity
– Additional deliverables (promotional clips, extended interviews)
We provide detailed proposals after our discovery consultation, so you’ll know exactly what’s included and can plan your budget accordingly. Many institutions fund legacy projects through anniversary offerings, grants, memorial gifts, or capital campaign budgets.