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2025 Voice Over for the Planet Impact Report: Changing the Sound of Giving

What if every voice you heard in an ad, an explainer video, or a corporate video also carried a ripple of positive change?

Voice Over for the Planet wants this to be the norm, and our 2025 Impact Report shows that it is possible. With our growing collective of environmentally and socially conscious voice actors, we are proving that creative work can fuel real-world impact.

Our 2025 Collective Impact Report shows just how powerful a voice can be when paired with purpose.

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Amplifying Good Through Every Gig

In just one year, members of Voice Over for the Planet have contributed:

  • $84,502 in total giving
  • 1,860 volunteer hours
  • Support for 93 organizations
  • Grown our collective to over 50 voice actors committed to donating 1% of their revenue

The result is a network of artists who don’t just use their voices to tell stories—they use them to change stories.

The Power of Partnership

Our member support has reached over 90 organizations, making a real difference on climate, conservation, and community well-being, including:

The Nature Conservancy, Earthjustice, Center for Biological Diversity, Manna FoodBank, Beyond Plastics, and The Ocean Cleanup—and more than 85 additional organizations.

We’ve also had the honor of having Ally Murphy, Lale Inceoglu, and Brandon Miller give their voices to truly deserving non-profits: Friends of Bonbos, Central Caribbean Marine Institute, and Leave No Trace.

Why It Matters

The creative industry is uniquely positioned to inspire action, shape narratives, and connect emotionally. When freelancers and artists commit to giving back—even just 1%—they create exponential impact through collective effort.

Voice Over for the Planet reminds us that sustainability isn’t limited to what we consume or conserve; it’s also about how we create. Every word spoken, every story told, and every project shared can carry a piece of purpose.

Be Part of the Impact

Whether you’re a voice actor, an audio producer, or a brand seeking authentic partnerships, joining or hiring through Voice Over for the Planet means your project contributes to something bigger.

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Case Study: A Voice Over Collaboration with the Central Caribbean Marine Institute

What Happens When an Environmental Organization Meets Voice Over for the Planet?

When an environmental nonprofit partners with a purpose-driven voice over collective like ours, powerful storytelling comes to life. Voice Over for the Planet had the privilege of collaborating with the Central Caribbean Marine Institute (CCMI) on a fundraising video showcased at their 2025 gala—and the results were truly inspiring.

This project highlights how professional voice over can elevate nonprofit messaging, connect emotionally with audiences, and help organizations reach their fundraising goals. At Voice Over for the Planet, we’re passionate about using voice over as a tool for positive environmental impact, and this collaboration was a perfect example of that mission in action.

Making Professional Voice Over Accessible Through Buy One, Give One

Through our Buy One, Give One initiative, every paid voice over project funds a pro-bono voice over of equal scope for an environmental organization or nonprofit. This model allowed CCMI to receive high-quality, professional voice over services without worrying about budget limitations.

By removing that barrier, CCMI was able to focus fully on telling their story—sharing the urgency of their work, the hope behind their research, and the importance of donor support. The collaboration helped amplify their message, reach new supporters, and raise critical funds to continue developing solutions that heal the ocean.

Central Caribbean Marine Institute: Dedicated to Ocean Conservation

The Central Caribbean Marine Institute is committed to protecting and restoring coral reef ecosystems across the Caribbean. With a long-term vision centered on healthy, resilient oceans, CCMI has spent more than 25 years advancing marine conservation through scientific research, education, and community engagement.

Their work addresses major threats such as climate change, coral bleaching, and ecosystem degradation. By translating science into action, CCMI helps inform conservation strategies while inspiring individuals and communities to care for marine environments now and into the future.

“We raised the most we have ever raised since we started in 1998.”
— Abbie Dosell, Head of Fundraising & Engagement, CCMI

Lale Inceoglu’s Voice Over Performance: Grounded and Compassionate

CCMI was invited to choose the narrator for their video from the Voice Over for the Planet roster and selected Lale Inceoglu for her expressive, versatile voice over style. Her performance balanced warmth, credibility, and urgency—an ideal match for CCMI’s message.

Lale’s voice over brought clarity to complex environmental topics while remaining accessible and emotionally engaging. Her narration helped inform potential supporters and encouraged them to take meaningful action, proving how impactful the right voice over can be when paired with a strong mission.

Experience the Power of Voice Over

Take a moment to watch and listen to the full video below to see how professional voice over can strengthen storytelling, inspire generosity, and support organizations working to protect our planet.

Have a powerful mission but no voice over budget?
If you’re a nonprofit working to make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you! Apply for a free professional voice over through our Give One program and let your story be heard the way it deserves to be.

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Earth Day Is Every Day and We Give It a Voice: How Voice Over Can Inspire Action for the Planet

As Earth Day approaches, environmental content surges across media—some use voiceover and some don’t. But at Voice Over for the Planet, we believe a powerful voiceover doesn’t just tell a story—it can inspire action for the planet. 

Why Our Voices Matter

Audio connects with us emotionally in ways visuals alone can’t. Just think back to a voiceover that moved you—one that stirred empathy, urgency, or curiosity. That’s the power of voice: it taps into memory, emotion, and understanding.

That’s why we believe voiceover should be everywhere in environmental and social communication—from PSAs and explainer videos to e-learning, commercials, and political campaigns. These messages might spotlight sustainability projects, offer tips for greener living, or rally support and awareness for climate action. And with the right voice, they do more than inform—they resonate.

So check out how some great voiceovers by Voice Over for the Planet members have already elevated environmental messages. They’ve helped build trust, drive meaningful change, and added credibility to messages.

Voices that Inspire Change

1% for the Planet Anthem by Kenita Hill: This narration embodies Kenita’s passion for bringing awareness to critical issues like climate change and social impact, demonstrating her unique ability to connect deeply with listeners.

 

Community Solar Commercial in Spanish by Diana Holguin: Diana’s clear and inviting voice in Spanish ensures the message of sustainability and accessibility resonates deeply with the community.

“Tales from Cascadia” Film Trailer by Jay Myers: Jay’s warm, relatable voice lends a local touch to the trailer for this acclaimed ski film celebrating the stories, landscapes, and adventures of the Pacific Northwest.

These are just some of the projects voiced by our passionate talent, showing how voiceover can strike a chord with listeners by being engaging, energetic, informative and caring. Because as members of Voice Over for the Planet, we really do care! 

Earth Day is a Reminder

So whether the Earth Day message is urgent and passionate for climate crisis PSAs, warm and reassuring for e-learning on sustainable practices, or inspiring and hopeful for community success stories or fundraising campaigns, you can count on the voices at Voice Over the Planet to deliver.

On Earth Day, Earth Month or any day of the year, voice over can inspire action for the planet. And now’s the perfect time to amplify environmental messages with a professional voiceover!

Visit our YouTube channel to hear more examples of the range and diversity of our voice talent roster…

 

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We are Voice Over for the Planet and this is our story… so far

by  DIANA HOLGUIN

We are Voice Over for the Planet – a small (for the moment) collective of voice actors who want to put more good out into the world through impactful storytelling. Many of us, founders and members alike, came to voice over after having had careers in various fields. Teaching, midwifery, nursing, culinary arts, to name a few. So we have a lot of wisdom and skills to draw from but we also left room for growth and improvement because all living things do that as they seek sunlight, water, and all that which makes organisms thrive. And, well, we did just that. We’ve evolved a little bit to settle more comfortably and confidently into our mission and be better equipped to deliver on what motivated us in the first place – to put more good out into the world, for the planet and its inhabitants.

In the beginning, our intention was to work almost exclusively with 1% for the Planet members, both environmental and business partners. We began our marketing, reaching out to several organizations and offering them our voiceover services to help uplift their message and thus reach a wider audience. We soon discovered though that many organizations, particularly smaller non-profits or small businesses, just didn’t have the budget to hire voice over professionals. So what were we to do?

We reached out to a marketing consultant who looked at what we were doing and gave us their honest feedback. And what we heard was that we weren’t so special. Well, we are, but our value proposition? Not so much. Yes, we are professional, full-time voice actors. We speak multiple languages, offer a lot of range and versatility in our craft, and are a fun and reliable bunch to work with, 100%. But there are a lot of us voice actors out there who do exactly that. And the fact that we donate 1% of our revenue to environmental partners via 1% for the Planet? Well, that’s cool but many organizations donate money independently so while it could be a cute added value to some, it wasn’t necessarily a knock-your-socks-off proposition. 

This marketing meeting was the moment in time when evolution occurred and we decided to restructure our collective’s workings. We’ve since adopted a buy one, give one model through which our paying clients provide us with the opportunity to offer our voiceover services to non-profits, eco-startups, and other such organizations with smaller budgets for a project similar in scope.

Let’s break it down so you can see how the cycle works. Most recently one of our talented voices booked a paying job at standard rates for Medtronics. That job allowed us to provide Friends of Bonobos with a voiceover by Ally Murphy that absolutely brought their video to life for use at an awards ceremony in Sweden. Once one or both of these projects are available to be shared, all of us involved will be able to share with the world the good that Friends of Bonobos does, the talent that we provide, and the opportunity that companies have when they choose to work with us.

So this is what we do at Voice Over for the Planet. Our wish is that we can work together with all kinds of companies who have a strong sense of purpose and passion for the environment and social justice so that we can then amplify the voices of the nonprofits and eco startups who are doing such important work and could really benefit from having a professional voice over added to their new or existing multimedia projects. Will you join us? Contact us to learn how we can work together for a better world. 

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Case Study: Voice Over Collaboration for Conservation with People Productions & Friends of Bonobos

Voice Over for the Planet exists to amplify the stories of changemakers whose purpose is to help the planet and all who inhabit it. We use the powerful Buy One, Give One model, in which every paid project funds a pro-bono voiceover of similar scope for an environmental organization or startup. Today we’d like to share the following case study of a successful voiceover collaboration between People Productions and Friends of Bonobos.

Partnering with People Productions

People Productions hired VO4TP to narrate a video for one of their clients.  Their contribution enabled us to donate our voiceover services to Friends of Bonobos through our buy one, give one model. This partnership showcases how impactful our voiceover collaborations can be in amplifying stories that matter.

“Diversity and equity are important to us at People Productions. Working with Voice Voice Over For The Planet is an easy decision. They have great talent, service is strong, and our work also supports worthwhile organizations, which aligns with our values and initiatives. This model allows us to make a tangible social impact while delivering for our clients. It’s a win-win, and we’re proud to be a part of it.” Don Poe, CEO – People Productions

Friends of Bonobos: A Vital Mission

Friends of Bonobos is dedicated to protecting bonobos, one of our closest relatives, through rehabilitation and conservation efforts. They asked us to narrate a short video for an awards ceremony hosted by The Perfect World Foundation, telling the story of Esake, an orphaned bonobo rescued and rehabilitated at the Lola ya Bonobo Sanctuary in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It highlights the urgent need for conservation efforts, reaching a global audience of potential donors unfamiliar with bonobos and their plight.

Ally Murphy’s Warmth and Expertise

Ally Murphy, one of our talented members, brought incredible warmth and emotional depth to the narration for Friends of Bonobos. Her performance perfectly captured the poignant story of Esake and helped bring the conservation message to life. The success of this project wouldn’t have been possible without Ally’s contribution, and her ability to connect with the story and audience alike was remarkable.

“We were absolutely thrilled with the narration created by Voice Over for the Planet for our organization, Friends of Bonobos. The VO artist captured the emotional depth incredibly well, making our video more impactful. Their contribution truly elevated our video for an important donor event, and we couldn’t be happier with both the results and process!” Content & Media Strategist Friends of Bonobos

Impact Through Voiceover Collaboration

This voiceover collaboration exemplifies how our Buy One, Give One model makes a tangible difference. By working with companies like People Productions and their clients, we are able to support nonprofit organizations and eco-startups like Friends of Bonobos. Through our voiceovers we help tell their stories and drive their missions forward for a better planet.

We are so proud to have contributed to the important work of Friends of Bonobos and look forward to continuing to amplify the voices that make a difference around the world.