A nonprofit that documents inspiring true stories of people that have overcome adversity
Each year Fotolanthropy chooses several of its stories to turn into documentary short films, created by filmmaker members of our Fotocrew. In addition to a portrait session, recipients will receive a 5-10 min film of their story.
Did you know? If you contribute as little as $25 to 7 Yards, we will add your name(s) to the official film credits! We also have an option on our donation form to donate in tribute of a recipient of your choice (you can even send them an e-card notifying them of this honor)! Enjoy this unique opportunity […]
“The Ultimate Wedding Gift” is what we are calling our crowdfunding campaign for 7 Yards. Between the funds needed to film, produce, edit, score, and distribute our feature length documentary gift to the soon-to-be Nortons (as well as arrange much deserved wedding day accoutrement), we are considering every donation a contribution to this ultimate wedding […]
Fotolanthropy is excited to announce that something special is in the works. We’ve begun production on our next feature-length documentary, the powerful story of 25-year-old Chris Norton. In 2010, Chris suffered a debilitating spinal cord injury during a college football game that left him with a 3 percent chance to regain feeling below his neck. Since […]
Breath. Most of us take it for granted, but imagine spending every day of your life fighting just to breathe. This is Selwa’s reality. Diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis – a degenerative disease affecting the lungs and digestive system – at age three, doctors told Selwa’s parents she may only live to be seven. Selwa, however, […]
It has been so encouraging to receive the overwhelmingly positive responses and reviews of Travis: A Soldier’s Story from soldiers, veterans, nurses, doctors and family members of soldiers and veterans. We are proud to support SSG Travis Mills’s story and in doing so supporting all who are a part of the community of our wounded warriors, their families, […]
Have you seen Travis: A Soldier’s Story on Netflix yet? Hundreds of reviews and comments continue to pour in and we can’t get enough! We love hearing what you think of the film, how it inspires you and what takeaways you received from Travis’s inspirational story- so keep ’em coming! Let’s make Travis: A Soldier’s Story a must […]
The reviews continue to stream in as Travis: A Soldier’s Story wraps up it’s second week on Netflix. From a personal message from Gary Sinise, to hundreds of shares on our social media platforms, Travis’s message continues to spread and inspire others! If you need inspiration to reach your life goals, face your fears, or […]
Fotolanthropy is so excited to introduce you to Selwa Mitchell: a woman built of strength, grace and determination. After being diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis at age three, Selwa learned that life is truly a day-by-day, moment-by-moment gift. Not only has she defied the odds of this disease, but she has chosen to follow God’s lead […]
We are so humbled by the overwhelmingly positive responses from Netflix viewers, our loyal followers and #travisthemovie fans after just one week on Netflix! We’ve compiled some of our favorite reviews below and are so inspired by the ways Travis’s story has (and will continue to) impact lives across the nation! Keep watching and sharing the […]
Got a little “Netflix & chill” on your to-do list? Great news – Travis: A Soldier’s Story is now officially available for instant streaming on Netflix! It’s now easier than ever to share Travis’s powerful Never Give Up, Never Quit story with your friends and family. Here’s what just a few viewers have said about the […]
Last Sunday we had the opportunity to premiere Shine: The Griffin Shaw Story at Northwest Bible Church in Dallas. It was a powerful and emotional service, focusing on how God shepherds us through even the most difficult and unimaginable of life experiences. In honor of the Shaw family, the trees at Northwest Bible Church donned […]
In 2010, Bryan and Joli Shaw welcomed their third son, Griffin. Following his birth, the Shaws quickly realized that Griffin was not meeting the normal milestones of a growing child. Although doctors were unable to give him a specific diagnosis, Griffin was not expected to ever walk or talk. Despite these challenges, Griffin worked hard to […]
