Case Study: Angel Flight Central Elevating Fundraising & Engagement Through Video

Overview

Angel Flight Central, a nonprofit that has provided over 17 million miles of free flights for people in need, operates with a small but passionate team of five. Their mission depends on volunteer pilots and generous donors, making storytelling a critical part of their outreach.

In preparation for their largest-ever fundraising event, Angel Flight Central wanted to reimagine how they shared their mission. They needed a creative, professional video that would capture attention, inspire donors, and honor their volunteer pilot of the year—but with limited in-house resources, they turned to Forever Ready Productions.

The Challenge

  • Limited Staff & Creative Resources: With only five team members (three of whom are social workers), the organization lacked the technical skills to bring their vision to life.

  • Engaging a Large Audience: With over 700 attendees, past events struggled to command the crowd’s attention at the right moments.

  • A Multi-Purpose Video: The video needed to do more than just tell a story—it had to move people to action, recognize their pilot of the year, and continue serving as a long-term outreach tool.

The Solution

Forever Ready Productions stepped in to bring Angel Flight Central’s vision to life, making the creative process seamless and stress-free. The team:

  • Took their initial ideas and expanded them into a compelling, emotional video.

  • Handled scripting, filming, and editing with professionalism and efficiency.

  • Delivered a mission moment video that not only captivated the audience but also had a lasting impact.

  • Created a custom introduction video to quiet the crowd before the program started, featuring a clever storyline where the emcee needed an Angel Flight to arrive at the event.

The Results

  • A Standing Ovation & Record-Breaking Fundraising:

    • The video moved the audience to tears, earning a standing ovation.

    • Angel Flight Central raised more money than ever before, increasing fundraising from $326,000 in 2023 to $525,000 in 2024.

  • An Evergreen Marketing Tool:

    • The video now lives on Angel Flight Central’s YouTube channel and continues to engage new supporters.

  • Seamless Event Execution:

    • The intro video immediately quieted the room, making for a smooth, professional program.

Why Video Matters

"We thought it was a daunting process. But to the Forever Ready team, it was fun. We thought our request was complicated—but they made it simple. What we learned is that there’s no better way to share your story than with a top-notch professional video."
 — Brendan Sneegas, Angel Flight Central

Key Takeaway

For nonprofits like Angel Flight Central, video storytelling is more than just a tool—it’s a game-changer. Whether it's for fundraising, outreach, or volunteer engagement, investing in professional video production adds credibility, emotional impact, and long-term value.

Want to tell a powerful story that sparks impact? Let’s talk.