Champions of Your Mission

As local community members invested in our city's future, we're intentional about who we work with. 

Every campaign in our portfolio represents missions we believe in and actively promote and support.

Who We Are

Call To Action Stories (CTAS) was founded by Lesley Turner in 2024 after a 25+ career as a direct response commercial producer and later, fundraising development professional for nonprofits.

But it was Lesley’s personal connection with loss that led her to launch Call To Action Stories as an affordable, women-led video production company. 

The first organizations she worked with were the very ones who supported her after becoming a widow and a single mother, navigating housing insecurity, job insecurity and food insecurity during and after the pandemic.  

Trained in trauma-informed interviewing, Lesley brings a natural sensitivity and understanding to every project. Each impact story is ethically produced always working collaboratively with the client to ensure privacy of participants are always respected.

Our Commitment to LA County

Youth@Work Program: Through our growing partnership with LA County’s Department of Economic Opportunity, we’re mentoring and training the next generation of storytellers. Our student mentees gain professional production experience, learn to craft mission-driven campaigns and build a meaningful portfolio to help launch their careers. 

For more information on the Youth@Work program 

LA Fire Recovery Support: Like so many, Lesley and her family faced homelessness again after the 2025 fires yet gratefully received support from her local community and so many nonprofits.

In an effort to give back, she recently partnered with LA Strong Comms Coalition (LASCC) in 2026, to provide pro bono video services for women-owned businesses impacted by the fires.

For more information about LASCC

Who We Serve

Nonprofits: Fundraising and awareness videos that tell impact-centered stories that showcase your work to build long-term support.

Vote for Her: Campaign fundraising and mission awareness videos that communicate your vision, build trust with voters, and mobilize supporters.

Authors: Compelling trailers that capture the essence of your story, connect with viewers and help build your platform.

Small Businesses: Authentic storytelling that builds customer loyalty, showcases what makes you different, and helps local customers understand why supporting your business matters to the community.

Corporations: Content that demonstrates your commitment to social and environmental responsibility, communicates your values to conscious consumers, and proves that profit and purpose can coexist.