Discover
Story interview
A recorded conversation that brings out your best stories and your core message.
For nonprofits and purpose-driven causes
Turn your story into support.
The Sticky Story System turns your mission into one master story film and a steady stream of short videos, each leading to a clear way to give, volunteer or follow along. Have video, photos or both? We script, direct and edit what you have into a story.
Book a free discovery callFree 20-minute call. No obligation.
Your website
Donation appeals
Events
Email
Cut into 12 short videos a month
Your work is real. Getting it noticed is hard.
Every day, your team changes someone's life. But the story of that work is scattered across reports, short clips, photos and posts. So the people who could support you never see it, or never see the full picture.
- Your team is busy serving people, not producing content.
- Your appeals sound like everyone else's appeals.
- A video gets made, people watch it, and no one knows how to give.
- Your website explains your programs. It doesn't make anyone care.
You don't need to shout louder. You need one story people trust, and a clear way for them to respond.
Content Design
Cinematic B-Roll
Typography Hooks
Narrative Story
Social Proof
Brand Identity
Motion Graphics
Content Design
Cinematic B-Roll
Typography Hooks
Narrative Story
Social Proof
Brand Identity
Motion Graphics
The Sticky Story System
Find. Frame. Film. Flow. Follow.
You already have the story. We find it, frame it, capture it with you, and put it in front of the people who care.
01
Find
We uncover the story at the heart of your mission.
A recorded interview and a consent and ethics check give us your strongest stories, and permission to tell them.
02
Frame
We turn it into one clear message and one clear ask.
Who you are speaking to, what you want them to do, and your core message in your own words.
03
Film
We record it with you or guide your team to capture it, then edit your master story.
One master story film for your website and appeals, or a short series if your work needs more than one story. Only have photos? We build the film from your photos, with your own voice or a recorded interview over them.
04
Flow
We turn the story into a steady stream of short videos.
12 a month, with donor-focused posts, built from your story and any video or photos you already have.
05
Follow
We give supporters a clear way to respond.
A story page on your website with at least two ways in, such as donate, volunteer, subscribe or download your impact report.
Book a free discovery call
Free 20-minute call. No obligation.
Stories told with care.
The people in your stories are people first. We treat consent and dignity as part of the work, and we start with them, before anything is scripted or filmed.
Rules on filming and sharing images differ by country, so we ask what applies to you.
- A consent and ethics check in Discover, before any script is written.
- Clear permission from everyone who is recorded or photographed, with extra care when children are involved.
- Framing that shows people with dignity, as people and not as problems to be fixed.
- You review and approve the story before it goes live.
Start where you are.
Three tiers. Start with Discover, go straight to Launch if you already know your story and your ask. Or start with Grow if you want a steady stream of short videos now.
About 3 weeks
Discover
Find your story and frame your ask.
- Recorded story interview
- Consent and ethics check
- A bank of 5 to 10 stories
- Your core message and one clear call to action
- Script for your master story film
- Review call and one round of script edits
About 6 to 8 weeks
Launch
Capture it and give supporters a next step.
- Live recording session or capture guide, with our direction
- Your edited master story film, or a short series, built from video, photos or both
- A story page for your website
- Donation appeal assets
- At least two ways in, such as donate and volunteer
Monthly
Grow
Keep your story in front of supporters.
- 12 short videos each month, up to 1:30 each
- Donor-focused posts
- Scripts from your story, or built from video and photos you already have
- Captions, content calendar, scheduling and posting
- Campaign support for your appeals
- Monthly review of what worked and what's next
We price per project, not per hour. We know nonprofit budgets are tight, so after your discovery call we send a clear written proposal shaped around what fits.
Book a free discovery call
Free 20-minute call. No obligation.
What you get
Your story, ready to share.
Every piece you receive, and the tier it comes with.
Book a free discovery call
Free 20-minute call. No obligation.
Two ways to capture it.
Record with us live. Join a video call and we direct you in real time while it's recorded in high quality. It works well for interviews with your leaders, your supporters or the people you serve, with their agreement.
Or capture it yourself. Your team gathers photos or video where the work happens, following our guide and the consent check. A short test clip comes to us before the full recording, which catches sound and framing problems early.
No video footage? You don't need it. Many strong stories are told with photos alone. We tell you which pictures to gather, and we pair them with your voice or a recorded interview.
Your capture support kit
- A script written from your story interview
- A shot list for each scene
- A setup and lighting guide
- Guidance on photographing and recording people with consent
- A review of your test clip before the full recording
- Photo guidance, if photos are what you have: which pictures to gather and how to take new ones
Is this a fit?
This is for you if
- You have real work to show and people who are glad for their story to be shared.
- You want one lasting story for your website, appeals and events.
- You can give us time for a story interview, and your team can capture it following our guide.
- You'd rather build trust over time than chase viral moments.
- You have strong photos but little or no video.
This is not for you if
- You want guaranteed donations. We promise a clear process, not fundraising totals.
- You need a crew on location to film.
- You want to tell people's stories without their permission.
- You want a post every day, whatever it says.
Book a free discovery call
Free 20-minute call. No obligation.
Why The Sticky Stories
Storytelling, not noise.
The Sticky Stories is a digital brand agency in Sri Lanka. We help purpose-driven organizations turn the work they do into stories people trust, and into content that keeps those stories seen.
Behind every project is 8+ years of strategic content creation, and a small team that covers scripting, video editing, social media and web pages.
- Story first. We find the story before we open an editing tool.
- One team, start to finish. Script, edit, story page and monthly content stay with the same people, with no handoffs.
- Built for remote work. We guide teams around the world, so you don't need a crew.
- Consent and dignity first. The people in your story decide how it is told.
8+
years in strategic content creation
120+
organizations supported
Organizations we've worked with
And More
Where we've worked
Organizations from around the world.
We work remotely from Sri Lanka, so distance has never been the barrier. We've worked with organizations in every country below.
What organizations say.
145+ Reviews
4.9
Reviews from
catstar2004Ongoing collaboration
United States
5
Excellent communication, responsiveness, and willingness to revise based on feedback. The final branding package and promotional video were delivered professionally and included multiple useful formats for web, social media, and organizational use.
Price
$200-$400Duration
13 days
$200-$400Duration
13 days
mercygitobu
United States
5
I asked Ajah to create a video documentary for Brian, for whom I fundraised to provide a prosthesis. Ajah captured every important aspect of this incredible journey with sensitivity and skill, delivering a beautiful and impactful piece of work. His attention to detail and dedication truly brought Brian's story to life. From the initial fundraising efforts to the moment Brian received his prosthesis, Ajah's work was heartfelt and professional. The documentary not only highlighted Brian's resilience but also the community's support and compassion. Thank you, Ajah, for your outstanding work and for making this journey unforgettable!
Price
$100-$200Duration
7 days
$100-$200Duration
7 days
awheel
United States
5
Ajah did a great job. I needed a nonprofit program reel created from footage we collected all year. The designer was able to blend the footage together to create a cohesive narrative within 2 minutes.
Price
$50-$100Duration
10 days
$50-$100Duration
10 days
lenbias34Ongoing collaboration
United States
5
I will continue to work with him. We were set up to help a non-profit and he is helpful in conveying our message.
Price
$50Duration
6 days
$50Duration
6 days
zulumatic
Canada
5
I was extremely impressed with his work. His storytelling was captivating, and the quality exceeded my expectations. I am truly delighted with the results and would highly recommend him to others.
Price
$50-$100Duration
6 days
$50-$100Duration
6 days
bridgettewest79
United States
5
I enjoyed working with this editor. He was able to meet the deadline and the budget. Great communication and he was able to take direction to make the edits we needed. The final results was a beautifully edited piece and I am happy with the result.
Price
$50-$100Duration
7 days
$50-$100Duration
7 days
Video testimonials
Tell us your story. We'll tell you where to start.
On a free discovery call we talk about your mission, the story you want to tell, and which tier fits.
Free 20-minute call. No obligation.
Questions you might have.
Do we need a fundraising campaign before we start?
No. Discover settles your core message and the one action you want supporters to take. A campaign can come later.
How does recording work?
We work with organizations around the world, so everything happens remotely. You can record a live session with us on a video call, where we direct you in real time, or your team can capture the story following our guide. If your team captures it, we review a short test clip before the full recording.
How do you handle consent, especially for children?
A consent and ethics check is part of Discover, before anything is scripted. We only tell stories the people in them have agreed to, and you approve the film before it goes live. Rules on filming and sharing images differ by country, so we ask what applies to you.
We only have photos. Can you still help?
Yes. We build your master story from your photos, with your voice or a recorded interview telling it. Clear, well-lit photos of real moments work best, and we'll tell you what to gather and what to retake.
How long does it take?
Discover takes about 3 weeks. Launch takes about 6 to 8 weeks, and the time it takes your team to capture the story can move that date.
What does it cost?
We price per project, not per hour. We know nonprofit budgets are tight, so after your discovery call we send a clear written proposal shaped around what fits.
Our giving is seasonal. Does a monthly plan still work?
Grow is monthly by default. Bring your giving calendar to the call and we'll plan around your busiest periods.
Do you guarantee results?
No. We can't promise donation totals or follower numbers. We promise a clear story, a working page and a steady publishing rhythm, and we track what can be measured, like views, sign-ups and enquiries.
Where are you based?
Sri Lanka. We work with organizations around the world and schedule calls around your time zone.