Help Ivan Replace Stolen Camera Gear for Wedding Videography

Help Ivan Replace Stolen Camera Gear for Wedding Videography

Backstory

Hi, I’m Ivan, a wedding videographer passionate about capturing love stories through cinematic films. On August 3-5, 2025, while staying at 1 Hotel West Hollywood, $30,000 of my professional camera equipment was stolen from my locked room. This loss has been a gut punch—not just financially, but emotionally, as my gear is the heart of my craft, helping me create timeless memories for couples. The hotel’s lack of hallway cameras and minimal response left me feeling unsupported. With future weddings coming up, I’m in a race against time to replace my gear and keep my business alive.

Needs

I’m turning to my community—friends, family, and kind supporters—for help to replace my stolen equipment. Your support will help me purchase essential gear (camera body, lenses, accessories) to get back to creating and avoid letting down couples who trust me with their special day.

Costs

Here’s how the funds will be used:

Total Goal: $7,500 (initial target to cover essentials, with stretch goal of $30,000 for full replacement)

Any extra funds will go toward replacing additional stolen gear.

Why This Matters

Wedding videography is more than my job—it’s my way of spreading joy, capturing love, and preserving memories that couples cherish forever. This theft has shaken my ability to do what I love, but with your help, I can rebuild and keep telling these stories. Every donation, share, or kind word means the world to me and the couples I serve. Thank you for helping me get back to creating!

With gratitude,

Ivan