As Los Angeles prepares to host its historic third Olympic & Paralympic Games in 2028, PBS SoCal invites local storytellers to help capture the city’s story of legacy and transformation.

Through the Community Storyteller Initiative, we are commissioning short videos that explore the histories, neighborhoods, and cultural moments shaping the Games — and the people who carry those legacies forward today.  Our goal is to capture the spirit of Los Angeles as it transforms for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Each selected storyteller will receive a grant of up to $6,500 to produce one short video (5–8 minutes) and a 60-second vertical video for social media.

Selected videos will premiere on PBS SoCal’s digital platforms and may be featured in broadcast specials, community screenings, and national PBS Olympic & Paralympic coverage. 

Who We’re Looking For 

• Storytellers and creative teams based in Southern California. 
• Voices that reflect LA’s diverse cultural mosaic and region  
• Storytellers with a strong visual point of view and a connection to the community featured in the video

Proposed Stories Should 

• Center on a venue or neighborhood directly connected to LA’s Olympic past or future  
• Combine archival materials, original footage, and interviews  
• Explore themes of heritage, identity, legacy and change  
• Maintain PBS editorial standards for accuracy and fairness  

For more information, read the full list of rules and regulations.