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One Grant, Placed With Care, Can Change Everything
Not every grant has to be big to matter. Some very meaningful ones don’t come with press releases or huge checks. They don’t fund...

Shanon Pettibone
6 days ago2 min read
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Holding the Hope- We Get To Do This
Let’s be honest, nonprofit work is hard. The job is filled with intense emotions and significant demands, often lacking sufficient time...

Shanon Pettibone
Apr 162 min read
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Your Mission Deserves a Village
A reminder for nonprofit leaders with full hearts and tired hands There’s something beautiful—and at times a bit heavy—about leading a...

Shanon Pettibone
Apr 142 min read
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The Soul of the Ask-Your Story is the Reason
Every grant application begins with a blank page—behind that page lives your story. Not a spreadsheet. Not a checklist. A fire , sparked...

Shanon Pettibone
Apr 132 min read
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The Quiet Power of Small Wins: What Rescue, Rewilding, and Rehearsal Have in Common
Big wins are flashy, but small wins are where the real magic happens. You know the ones I’m talking about. The foster home that says...

Shanon Pettibone
Apr 122 min read
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Permission to Breathe: Reclaiming Your Power Through Stillness
In the nonprofit world, the grind is quiet but relentless.“One more thing” becomes your mantra. One more meeting. One more email. One...

Shanon Pettibone
Apr 82 min read
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You Don’t Have to Save the World Alone: How Collaboration Builds Strength
There’s a quiet myth that floats around the nonprofit world—unspoken but deeply felt.That to do the most good, we have to carry the...

Shanon Pettibone
Apr 72 min read
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Dear Animal Rescues: You’re Saving Lives—Now Let’s Fund the Mission
If you work in animal welfare, you know how hard it is to stretch every dollar. Whether you’re rescuing dogs, bottle-feeding kittens,...

Shanon Pettibone
Apr 63 min read
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What We Learn From the People We Serve
In this line of work, we’re often seen as the ones offering help—supporting nonprofits, writing grants, building strategy. But the truth?...

Shanon Pettibone
Apr 51 min read
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The Work Is Hard, But the Mission Is Sacred: Finding Joy in the Every Day
Let’s just say it out loud: this work is hard. Not “busy” hard. Not “I skipped lunch again” hard.The kind of hard that stays in your...

Shanon Pettibone
Apr 32 min read
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Gratitude Is More Than Saying “Thank You”
Gratitude in nonprofit work goes deeper than donor acknowledgments and year-end repo rts. It’s not just a transaction—it’s a mindset....

Shanon Pettibone
Apr 22 min read
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Leading With Heart: Why Kindness Is a Nonprofit Superpower
Nonprofit work is fueled by passion, purpose, and people. We show up because we believe in something bigger than ourselves—whether that’s...

Shanon Pettibone
Mar 313 min read
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How to Build a Grant Calendar That Actually Works for Your Nonprofit
If you've ever missed a grant deadline—or submitted one at the very last minute, sweating through every attachment—you’re not alone. Many...

Shanon Pettibone
Mar 303 min read
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Every Gift Is an Action of Kindness: The Heart of Gratitude in Fundraising
At PWC, we believe that fundraising is not just about numbers—it’s about people. It’s about belief. It’s about generosity. Whether it’s a...

Shanon Pettibone
Mar 273 min read
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Reactive vs. Strategic: Why Grant Planning Matters More Than You Think
When you're working hard to serve your community and keep your nonprofit moving forward, it's easy to approach grants reactively. You...

Shanon Pettibone
Mar 272 min read
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5 Common Misconceptions About Grant Funding (and What to Do Instead)
If you’re a nonprofit leader, you’ve probably heard someone say, “You should just apply for a grant!” Maybe you’ve even thought it...

Shanon Pettibone
Mar 253 min read
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Assess Your Grant Readiness with This Checklist!
In today's world, securing funding for nonprofit organizations is more crucial than ever. It can significantly enhance your capacity to...

Shanon Pettibone
Mar 244 min read
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