Supporting Nonprofit Filmmakers

At DFI Rentals we’re here to help nonprofits produce with the best equipment at a lower cost— which is why we offer a nonprofit discount of 15% on top of our low prices for all eligible nonprofit productions.

Why us?

Location

We’re the closest rental house to Downtown Los Angeles, at the heart of the city, and the closest to major production hubs such as the LA Arts District.

Support

Got production challenges? We’re here to help! From help building packages, setting up camera tests, getting coverage, we’re available anytime from 9AM-5PM Monday to Friday.

One-stop shop

We've got it all, from camera to lighting. We’re your one-stop shop for your film. No need to drive around the city, just pick up from us, and you’ll be on your way to set. Check-out online, and pick up same-day.

Eligibility and Use

Check out online using the promo code: NONPROFIT15, and receive 15% off your order!

*Non-Profit status is subject to verification upon pickup.

To qualify for a NonProfit Discount:

  • You must be a registered 501(c)(3) organization, registered in the United States.

  • You cannot be one of the following:

    • Education and academic institutions. Check the DFIRentals for students program for eligibility details.

    • Religious organizations that exist to solely propagate a belief in a specific faith or do not provide services to people outside of a specific faith.

    • Hospitals, hospital auxiliaries, nurses registers

    • Mutual organizations and credit unions

    • Organizations that advocate, support, or practice discrimination based on age, ethnicity, gender, national origin, disability, race, size, religion, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic background are not eligible to participate. Organizations must be willing and able to attest that they do not discriminate on any of these grounds in order to participate in the nonprofit discount program

Required Documentation

You may submit (via email to us at hello@dfirentals.com) any of the following documents to provide proof of your non-profit status. Please include your order number in all correspondence.

  • IRS Determination Letter

  • IRS Form 990

  • State Nonprofit Incorporation Documents

  • Certificate of Good Standing

  • State Tax Exemption Certificates