Shoot for Change manifested after a fashion and makeup photoshoot in Stockholm, Sweden. After posting those photos on the web in November 2006, a couple of people asked me to take their photos and to name my price. I was surprised when someone asked me to do this, let alone want to actually pay me. I thought about it and a few hours later, this statement was born:
"All the money from every photoshoot that I do will go to a charitable organization."
I typed it, marinated it, debated it, and after several days, I knew this was something I needed to do. I instantly bought a domain, created a website, and registered "Shoot for Change" at the US Patent and Trademark Office. After the makeup photoshoot, I realized that I truly loved photography and that money would never be a motivating factor. My vision is that "Shoot for Change" will take a life of its own and will become a kaleidoscope of highly skilled photographers, models, designers, stylists, and a creative community with one thing in mind: to shoot for change and inspire the world one click at a time.
IDEAS AND THINGS YOU CAN DOIf you're a non-profit organization and want to raise money, a photo exhibit is a great way to go! All the proceeds from the sale of the prints will go directly to your organization.
GET PICTURESGet pictures for your wedding, modeling portfolio, pictures for your loved ones, and special events! You will get a cd with all the photos. Prices start at $500. The money will go to a charitable organization of your choice.
DONATE YOUR TIMEDo what you love and if someone wants to pay you, donate all or a part of what they are willing to pay. =)
For more information, email me at
info@shootforchange.com