For organizers, event creators, and nonprofit communities
Tell us what
needs to be captured.
Anyone may request event coverage or create a nonprofit fundraiser community. LensChicago validates requests before publishing opportunities to verified photographers.
01
Request
Submit the schedule, location, goals, beneficiary, and coverage needs.
02
Validate
LensChicago checks event legitimacy, nonprofit identity, rights, safety, and terms.
03
Recruit
Approved events are listed and every verified photographer is notified.
04
Consent & assign
Photographers accept event-specific terms—including donation terms—before uploading.
Request coverage
Event information
Submission does not guarantee approval or photographer availability. Nonprofit status and donation terms must be validated before a fundraiser is published.