The Portrait Experience Fundraiser
Raise Thousands for Your Cause with a Family Photo Fundraiser
VACANVA
Turn Family Portraits into a Powerful Photo Fundraiser
Fundraising can be tough—but what if your next campaign not only returned 100% of donations back to your organization, but also gave your supporters an unforgettable experience?
With a photo fundraiser, your donors receive something truly meaningful: a custom-designed family portrait session with one of our expert photographers. They’re already planning to take family photos—now they can do it while supporting a cause they care about.
Vacanva makes it easy. We’ve assembled a team of professional photographers, designers, and print artisans who deliver a white-glove portrait experience from start to finish. Your organization doesn’t have to lift a finger—we handle everything, and you simply collect the funds.
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Book your existing fundraiser portrait session here!
The Donor Experience
Video Chat Consultation
Meet with your client manager over video chat, to discuss wardrobe for your session, cast of characters, and aesthetic preferences for your images. You will meet again via video chat within 2 weeks after your session for a guided ordering appointment.
On-Location Family Session
Meet your photographer at your chosen destination for a fun and relaxed family portrait session that you will remember for years to come. You won't have to worry about a thing, your photographer will take care of everything for you!
Your Portraits Arrive Home
During your guided ordering appointment, your client manager will create digital mock-ups of images from your portrait session on your own walls, so you can see how your images will look in your home before you make a decision. Once you've chosen your images, our partner print lab will ship your portraits directly to your doorstep.
Why Our Photo Fundraisers Work
A Simple, Profitable Photography Fundraiser Your Donors Will Love
100% of Donations Go to You
We call it a “no-share profit-share.” Your organization keeps every dollar raised.
Donors receive a full portrait experience:
– Zoom design consultation
– 90-minute session with a pro photographer
– 16x20 inch mounted print
No pressure to purchase more—but most do!
Made for Mission-Driven Groups
Whether you're a nonprofit, school, or professional organization, our photo fundraiser fits your community.
– Perfect for families, alumni, and supporters
– Ideal for annual giving, awareness campaigns, or celebrations
– Easy to share and promote with our ready-to-use tools
Fast Setup, Immediate Payouts
Your photography fundraiser can launch in as little as 2 weeks.
– Instant setup process
– Receive donations in real time, once the CC processor deposits the funds, you are able to withdraw!
– Easy to manage, fully handled by our team
Frequently Asked Questions
A photo fundraiser is a campaign where supporters donate to your organization in exchange for a professional portrait experience. It’s a unique way to raise funds while giving donors something meaningful in return.
Once your organization registers, we create a custom link where donors can sign up. Each donor gets a full portrait package—including a design consultation, a photo session with one of our expert photographers, and a printed portrait. You receive 100% of the donation amount.
No! While we work with many 501(c)(3) organizations, schools, alumni associations, civic groups, and even professional clubs are welcome. If your group has a community of supporters, we can help you raise funds through photography.
None. There’s no risk, no inventory, and no fees. We handle everything—from booking and photography to delivery—so your team can focus on promoting the campaign.
Each donor receives a beautifully crafted experience:
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A Zoom design consultation
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Up to 90 minutes with a professional portrait photographer
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A 16x20 inch mounted print of their chosen image
Many choose to purchase additional prints or digitals, but there’s no obligation.
We can have your campaign up and running within 2 weeks. Once it’s live, you start receiving funds as donations come in.
Absolutely. From logos and messaging to visual branding and social media graphics, every campaign is personalized for your organization.
