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For organizations working toward change, nonprofits, foundations, social entrepreneurs, your story is your most valuable asset.

That’s where photography comes in. Your visuals communicate your achievements, culture, and impact.

When your work is seen clearly, it’s felt deeply. And when it’s felt, people give, share, and join in the work

  • A woman in a pink dress appears to be speaking to a group of women standing in a line indoors, with exposed ductwork and a modern interior background. Event photography.
  • A woman with short black hair, wearing a white shirt and purple tie, is smiling and holding a microphone at a formal event. There are glasses of water and a plate of food on the table in front of her. Other people are seated nearby, and the background features yellow curtains.
  • A group of diverse people practicing meditation indoors, sitting cross-legged on mats with closed eyes and peaceful expressions, with sunlight streaming through windows in the background.
  • Two men engaged in conversation at a social event, one wearing glasses and a dark suit with a floral shirt, holding a small bowl, and the other in a blue checkered suit with a black bow tie, wearing a name tag that reads 'John Matthew Sobrado'. Background includes a bar with bottles and other people mingling in a warmly lit setting.

My Documentation helps you:

  • Keep your event in the minds and hearts of those that attended and those that didn’t.

  • Bring your mission to life across reports, websites, and social media

  • Make donors, funders, and stakeholders feel more connected to your work

  • Build trust and credibility with powerful, consistent storytelling

  • Document your impact for years to come

Two women are planting flowers in a garden bed. One woman has long black hair, tattoos, and is wearing a black top and blue jeans. The other woman has braids with a large floral headpiece and is wearing glasses and a white dress. There are colorful flowers and butterfly decorations in the soil, with city buildings in the background.
A young man with dreadlocks, wearing glasses, a jacket, and sweatpants, sitting on the ground in a contemplative pose with his hand resting on his chin indoors, black and white photo

I partner with changemakers to document the moments that matter most—milestones, celebrations, and the gatherings that move your mission forward.

From local events to multi-day retreats across the country, I approach each space with care, presence, and intention.

My work is rooted in helping your mission be felt, remembered, and understood.

Three women with their hands over their hearts, standing side by side with eyes closed, participating in a moment of reflection or prayer, in black and white.

Conferences, Fundraisers & Galas

A group of diverse adults sitting in an audience, attentively listening at an event. Focus on an older woman with short, curly hair and earrings, seated in the center, smiling softly.
Two women are smiling and talking outdoors near a wooden structure. One woman wears glasses, a colorful dress with a bold necklace and red flower earrings, and has black hair. The other woman has blonde hair in a bun, wears a black and white polka do
Group of women at social event, one woman in green sweater holding a wine glass, engaging in conversation.
A man in a suit and yellow tie engaging in conversation at a social event.
Three people, one man and two women, are standing outside a building, smiling and talking. The woman on the left has gray hair and is wearing a black blazer. The woman in the middle has blonde hair and is wearing a black and white houndstooth jacket.
A man with dreadlocks and a goatee speaking at a podium during a presentation. He is wearing a black shirt, a statement necklace, and has a microphone in front of him.
Four people at a formal event, three women and one man. The man is wearing a tuxedo with a purple bow tie, and the women are in elegant dresses, one holding a bouquet of flowers. They are smiling and posing for the photo. Other guests are visible in
Three people smiling at a social event, standing close together, holding drinks, with a warm, softly lit background.
A woman sitting at a banquet table holding a bid card with the number 195, smiling. A man standing next to her, holding a microphone, wearing a purple checkered blazer and blue shirt. The setting appears to be a formal dinner or auction event.
Two women smiling and holding glasses of red wine at an outdoor evening event, standing by a lit railing with string lights in the background.
People attending a conference or seminar in a well-lit room, sitting at tables, some taking notes, with a focus on a man with glasses holding a pen and a woman with dreadlocks reading a book or pamphlet.
A panel discussion on stage with three men sitting on chairs, one holding a microphone, with an audience in front and a large blank screen behind them. There is a table with water bottles and a flower arrangement in front of the panel.
People sitting at a banquet table at an event, holding up placards with numbers, smiling and celebrating.
A man in a dark suit with a blue tie holding a microphone and speaking to an audience during a gathering. Several people, including a woman in red and others, are standing around him. A large floral arrangement with pink, purple, and green flowers an
Group of five people posing for a photo in front of a pink backdrop at night, with professional lighting, outdoors under string lights and greenery.
A woman with curly hair holding a microphone and speaking at a formal gathering. She is seated at a table decorated with a bouquet of flowers, wine glasses, and tableware. Other guests are visible in the background, sitting at similar tables in an ou
A group of diverse women in a conference room, sitting at tables, listening and clapping with smiles during a presentation.
A conference room with a large screen displaying two photographs and names of speakers, Dr. Ibram X. Kendi and Lisa Holder, during a closing conversation. The room has wood paneling, round wall lights, and audience members seated facing the stage, in
Two women seated at a panel discussion, one speaking into a microphone. The woman in the foreground has short hair, glasses, and wears a black hoodie with white text. The woman in the background has short dreadlocked hair, and is wearing a jacket wit

Retreats & Gatherings

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People dancing outdoors near a stage with a speaker, in a park area by the water, with high-rise buildings and trees in the background on a sunny day.
Two women dressed in white, hugging outdoors during daytime, with vibrant clothing and accessories on display nearby.
Young woman outdoors holding brown paper bags filled with fresh vegetables, including leafy greens and kale, during daytime. She has dreadlocks styled in an updo and is wearing a black shirt and layered necklaces.
Two women sitting on a wooden floor, one with dreadlocks and the other with a bun, smiling and laughing indoors with a table set with various objects behind them.
Two women facing each other, emotional moment outdoors in a park, one holding her hand over her heart, the other reaching out gently, surrounded by trees and sunlight.
People gathered in a bright room with large windows, engaging in a discussion or presentation, with a woman standing near a poster board.
A group of women sitting and standing outdoors, engaged in a discussion, with trees and cars in the background.
Two women holding hands during a wedding ceremony in a bright outdoor setting, with greenery visible in the background.
Two women playing giant outdoor Jenga game with a tower of large wooden blocks on a small round table, enjoying a sunny day in a garden or park setting.
A large group of women gathered outdoors in a forested area, smiling and posing for a group photo during daytime, surrounded by tall trees.
A group of women enjoying a lively moment at a social gathering, with one woman raising her arm and smiling widely, while others claps and laugh in the background. The setting appears to be indoors, possibly a community center or event space, with ar
A woman with braided hair is sitting on a swing and looking up at the overcast sky on a beach.
Group of diverse individuals practicing yoga and meditation on colorful mats in a well-lit room.
A group of people at a food service booth with bowls of chopped vegetables, sauces, and disposable utensils on a colorful tablecloth. Some are wearing face masks and aprons.
A woman with tattoos on her arm and wearing earrings looks at a bronze-colored monument wall with engraved text at the National Monument.
A group of people, dressed warmly, walking together barefoot on a sandy beach, with water and cliffs in the background.

“Bethanie Hines is a consummate photographer, especially when it comes to the story of human connection. She captures the emotion, energy, and connection of humans to each other and to the space they inhabit.

I absolutely could not recommend her any higher. If you want care, grace, and astuteness in capturing your singular events, she is the one.”

-Rev. Angel Kyodo williams, Rōshi