Meet Amanda Shavers
"I came from a place no child should ever have to survive. But I did. Through God, grit, and growth, I turned pain into purpose and became the author of my own future. Now, I help others rise and claim their story, too!"
Amanda Shavers’ journey wasn’t paved; it was forged in faith and fortitude. Once a homeless, high school dropout, facing early pregnancy and a trove of disadvantages, Amanda's life changed forever when she decided to risk it all and go back to school. College life didn’t just open doors for her; it lit a fire in her soul. Through pursuing education, she found her voice, her purpose, and a path forward.
She didn’t come from a world where success was taught. She came from one where every step had to be discovered and designed with intention. Through faith, tenacity, and an unexpected love for learning, Amanda began to rewrite her story, one scholarship application, one classroom, one volunteer workshop, and one breakthrough at a time. Education didn’t just open doors for Amanda; it gave her the power to build new ones for others.
She founded Arc & Root Funding Co. with a clear mission: to support students, nonprofits, and mission-driven leaders who are often overlooked, underfunded, and overextended. Amanda’s approach is shaped by her lived experience; she deeply understands the demands placed on vulnerable populations, not just because she has studied them, but because she has lived them.
Her personal journey through poverty and perseverance provides her with rare insight into what organizations and individuals truly face. It’s that insight that shapes every strategy she creates, every grant she writes, and every student she mentors.
Amanda doesn’t just offer consulting; she offers a customized and tailored connection.
She teaches others how to think critically, plan sustainably, and activate their potential from the inside out. At the heart of her work are five values that guide everything she does:
Community. Empowerment. Literacy. Opportunity. Relationships.
Amanda is proof that rising is possible. And she’s made it her mission to light the way for others who are ready to rise, too.
Services
Funding Solutions for Nonprofits and Students
At Arc & Root, we know funding is not one-size-fits-all, especially when you’re building something from scratch. Whether you are leading a nonprofit on a shoestring budget, unsure how to bring in steady revenue, applying for grants with more questions than answers, or just need a trusted partner to help build your internal capacity, we are here to walk through it with you.
Feeling lost in the college and scholarship maze? Whether you're a first-generation or non-traditional student figuring it out on your own, or a parent or high school student planning ahead, we're here to help.
Through the Scholar’s Arc Program, our personalized mentorship program, students get real coaching, real strategy, and real results because we develop the whole student, not just their funding path. Amanda designed this program with the intention of meeting students where they are and providing the support often lost in the college experience.
We are passionate about supporting nontraditional students, third-generation applicants, and ambitious individuals who need strategic guidance, not just generic advice. Every plan is grounded in research, aligned with your goals, and built for intentional success in funding and beyond.
Nonprofit Consulting &
Funding Strategies
Guiding mission-driven organizations with tailored funding plans.
Grant Writing & Research
Crafting compelling proposals backed by research, strategy, and competitive attachments.
Scholarship Consulting & Funding Strategies
Educating communities through inspiring, practical workshops led by Amanda.
Workshops & Keynotes
Amanda brings the mic and the message. With a powerful blend of lived experience and strategic insight, she speaks at conferences, campuses, and community events nationwide, sparking momentum and moving audiences to action.
Best known for her journey from unemployed, single mom to multi-national scholarship winner and CEO, Amanda’s story resonates deeply with students, nonprofits, and changemakers ready to rise.
Ready to book a speaker who speaks from the heart and delivers results?
Why Arc & Root
Remember when I said I built this company with intention? Let me share with you how I came up with the name.
The Root is where we begin, laying a strong foundation rooted in values, vision, and intentional planning. Not all growth occurs on the surface. Your root system establishes your foundation, the core to who you are, who you serve, how, and why it matters.
The Arc represents our partnership, from what you think is possible to what becomes reality through bold strategies, thoughtful execution, and a clear path forward.
We believe funding is a human experience.
Proposals aren't just paperwork; they’re stories, dreams, and blueprints for impact.
Whether you're launching a nonprofit, applying to college, or growing a community initiative, Arc & Root helps you secure funding without compromising your mission or message.
Grant Writing | Scholarship Coaching | Nonprofit Funding Strategy | Funding Roadmaps | Research-Backed Solutions | Nonprofit Consulting | Scholarship Advising | Nontraditional student | Nonprofit Grant Writing | Faith-based Funding Strategy | Woman-owned business
Introducing: The Women With No Pants Movement
Be the first to know about Amanda's upcoming release, Women With No Pants, a bold, empowering book for women ready to reclaim their voice and rewrite their story.
Amanda is ready to GIVE BACK!
Want to partner with me?
I want to establish a scholarship fund that supports nontraditional students, single parents, and aspiring entrepreneurs who are ready to fund their future, not their fears.
Stay updated on announcements, book launch dates, and scholarship application details.
