Building Prestige Historical Drama
A creative studio rooted in history, driven by truth, and relevant for the future.
About the Name
Donahoo School was a one-room schoolhouse completed in 1914 and named after Silas King Donahoo, an African American immigrant from Oklahoma. Not much is known about him, except that his door was open to anyone passing by, and he was instrumental in providing an educational space that benefitted local families for decades.
When our family immigrated from Sweden to Alberta in the 1920s, all the kids attended Donahoo School. And it still stands.
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We chose this name to honour that spirit of openness and community. Just as Mr. Donahoo welcomed everyone, we aim to tell stories that welcome all audiences into a celebration of our shared humanity.
This is Us...
Here’s a picture of us with our Great Grandmother, Anna Myrholm, on the farm. Our cousin (in the red onesie) still works the land today.
And here we are forty years later in front of the Donahoo School. (left to right: Jake & Jeremy)
Donahoo Story Co. was founded by brothers Jeremy and Jake Bergen. They are not only creative partners but also direct descendants of Swedish settlers (the Myrholm and Erikson families) who helped build the community in their stories. This unique position allows them to bridge the gap between rigorous historical research, deep personal connection, and compelling cinematic storytelling.
Jeremy Bergen
Co-Founder | Writer & Lead Researcher
Jeremy’s main roles are research, story development, and writing. His work as a tax accountant for over 25 years has given him a disciplined approach to facts and a relentless drive for accuracy. He can see a path through complex situations to help people calmly navigate reality. This project has the same purpose, just on a bigger scale.
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As a tax accountant, he can make you laugh or cry with numbers. As a writer, he can do the same with words. Jeremy is also a master of the "delete" key, ensuring every scene earns its place in the story.
Jake Bergen
Co-Founder | Creative Director & Community Lead
Jake specializes in translating intricate concepts into compelling visual stories. With over a decade of experience in film production and digital creative for global brands, he knows how to make a story resonate.
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Jake leads the community engagement strategy as well as being a script editor. He has traveled to collect stories from descendants, initiated relationships with historical societies and local governments, and cultivated key connections within the film industry.
Together, the Bergen brothers aspire to bring Integrity & Imagination to their work. Their shared heritage as descendants of the settlers in their script gives them both a unique responsibility and privilege: to tell this story with the authority of family and the skill of professionals.
What Drives Us
We are building a legacy of content that honours the past while speaking directly to the present. Our mission is to develop film and television rooted in rigorous research and authentic storytelling.
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We strive to bring historical truths to life for modern audiences, applying our commitment to accuracy, community engagement, and narrative impact. We want to entertain, and we want to connect. Our belief is that when stories are told with integrity, they have the power to bridge divides and spark meaningful change.