Question 1

What We Offer?

Accepted Answer

Each selected organisation will receive support to create one video, which could be:
 • An impact story
 • A fundraising or campaign film
 • Documentation of ongoing work
 • A testimonial-led narrative

The process will include:
 • Understanding your work and objectives
 • Concept development and scripting
 • Filming, Editing and final delivery

Question 2

Who Can Apply?

Accepted Answer

We are looking to collaborate with NGOs:
 • Based in India
 • Working in the areas of: Women Empowerment / Healthcare / Education
 • With ongoing programs or initiatives that would benefit from visual storytelling

Question 3

Can smaller organisations apply?

Accepted Answer

Yes, absolutely.
This initiative is especially meant for organisations doing meaningful work, regardless of their size or visibility.

Question 4

How to Apply?

Accepted Answer

Please fill out the application form here: https://forms.gle/WX1JPaDYD7LrRQDZA(https://forms.gle/WX1JPaDYD7LrRQDZA)

Question 5

What makes a strong application?

Accepted Answer

We’re looking for:
 • clarity of your work and impact
 • openness to collaboration
 • a genuine need for storytelling support
 • feasibility of documenting your work

Question 6

What kind of stories are you looking to support?

Accepted Answer

We’re looking for stories rooted in real, ongoing work - this could be:
 • a community initiative
 • a long-term program
 • an individual journey
 • a process or model that has created impact
The story doesn’t have to be “perfect”. It just needs to be meaningful.

Question 7

Who will the organisation be working with for the film?

Accepted Answer

This grant is specifically designed to support projects created in collaboration with Reels with Purpose. The funding is linked to this collaboration, so the film will be developed and produced by our team in close partnership with your organisation.

Question 8

What will the process look like?

Accepted Answer

The process will be collaborative and typically include:
 • Initial conversations to understand your work
 • Concept and storytelling development
 • Planning and shoot coordination
 • Filming
 • Editing & feedback round
We work closely with you at every stage.

Question 9

How involved will our organisation need to be?

Accepted Answer

We see this as a collaborative process. Your involvement will include:
 • sharing insights about your work
 • helping identify people and stories
 • coordinating logistics during the shoot
 • providing feedback during edit

Question 10

Where will the filming happen?

Accepted Answer

Filming will usually take place at your project locations or communities where your work is based.

Question 11

Will you be interacting with community members directly?

Accepted Answer

Yes, with your support.
We approach all interactions with care, consent, and sensitivity, and will work closely with your team to ensure everyone is comfortable.

Question 12

How long will the process take?

Accepted Answer

Typically, each project may take 4–8 weeks, depending on your availability, the scope and complexity.

Question 13

How can we use the final film?

Accepted Answer

The film can be used for:
 • fundraising
 • donor communication
 • social media and outreach
 • community screenings
 • presentations and events
 • documentation of your work

Question 14

Is this support completely free?

Accepted Answer

This initiative is supported by a grant, which covers up to 80% of the filmmaking cost (up to INR 1,00,000).
We request the selected organisation to contribute:
 • 20% of the filmmaking cost, and
 • travel expenses for the crew to the filming location
This shared contribution helps ensure commitment from both sides and makes the collaboration more sustainable.

Question 15

How does the payment process work?

Accepted Answer

The organisation will initially make payments to Reels with Purpose as per the agreed budget.

Once the film is completed, delivered and published, the grant (up to 80% of the cost) will be reimbursed by the Adv. DM Doshi Foundation.

Upon selection, we will guide selected organisations through this process to make it as smooth as possible.

Question 16

What does “completion of the project” mean?

Accepted Answer

A project is considered complete once:
 • The final film is delivered, and
 • All agreed deliverables are shared
 • The final film is published

Stories with Purpose

a collaborative storytelling grant that supports nonprofit
organisations in telling their stories with care, depth, and dignity,
amplifying the grassroots impact they are creating.

FAQs

What We Offer?

Who Can Apply?

Can smaller organisations apply?

How to Apply?

What makes a strong application?

What kind of stories are you looking to support?

Who will the organisation be working with for the film?

What will the process look like?

How involved will our organisation need to be?

Where will the filming happen?

Will you be interacting with community members directly?

How long will the process take?

How can we use the final film?

Is this support completely free?

How does the payment process work?

What does “completion of the project” mean?

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Stories with Purpose

a collaborative storytelling grant that supports nonprofit organisations in telling their stories with care, depth, and dignity, amplifying the grassroots impact they are creating.

FAQs

What We Offer?

Who Can Apply?

Can smaller organisations apply?

How to Apply?

What makes a strong application?

What kind of stories are you looking to support?

Who will the organisation be working with for the film?

What will the process look like?

How involved will our organisation need to be?

Where will the filming happen?

Will you be interacting with community members directly?

How long will the process take?

How can we use the final film?

Is this support completely free?

How does the payment process work?

What does “completion of the project” mean?

a collaborative storytelling grant that supports nonprofit
organisations in telling their stories with care, depth, and dignity,
amplifying the grassroots impact they are creating.