Stop Limiting Yourself

Alana V. Allen
Nov 11, 2025
2 min read

In August, fear almost talked me out of a blessing.

My friends and I planned an unforgettable trip to Italy for our 40th birthdays — a celebration of life, friendship, and growth. But as the date approached, I froze.

I prayed the trip would get canceled.

Not because of finances.

Not because I didn’t want to go.

But because the idea of flying over water paralyzed me.

Fear had me in a chokehold.

Yet I went anyway — and it changed everything.

Italy opened me. The culture, the people, the food, the wine — all of it reminded me that life is meant to be lived, not just worked through. For seven days I rested, explored, laughed, and exhaled. I disconnected from the world and reconnected with God and myself.

And on that 10.5-hour flight home, God downloaded a new vision into my spirit.

A refined calling. A renewed identity. A divine brand shift.

For years, my work lived in separate compartments —

✨ Founder/Executive Director of I Am A Queen

✨ Nonprofit Consultant & Grant Writing Strategist

✨ Communications Director at N.C. A&T

✨ Prayer Intercessor for When Women Pray

But God said, “You are ONE woman. One calling. One voice.”

He reminded me I am not limited to one lane.

I am a nonprofit consultant, grant writing strategist, communications director, prayer warrior, speaker, philanthropist — and soon-to-be author. I can lead with faith AND strategy. I can pray AND plan. I can hold purpose AND power at the same time.

So here’s what’s new:

Faith + Funding

This is the next chapter.

It is my assignment.

It is my voice.

It is who I am becoming.

Alana Knows Nonprofits still stands — but now it sits under a larger kingdom vision: Alana V. Allen | Faith + Funding

Thank you for being a part of this journey. I am excited for what God is building — and honored to walk it out with you.

If you ever need guidance, encouragement, or strategy, I’m here. Schedule a complimentary consultation anytime.

Something special is coming — especially with this economic shift and grant season ahead.

Stay tuned. God is moving.

With love & purpose,