My decision to pursue an MBA stems from a deep commitment to helping nonprofit organizations achieve financial stability through grants and diversified funding. In 2021, I went to ALDI to enjoy a simple pleasure still allowed during the pandemic—browsing for new dinner recipes. Near the entrance, I noticed two people setting up a table and made a mental note to stop by after shopping. Once I paid for my groceries, curiosity led me back to the display. There, I met Esther, the Executive Director of the DC Breast Cancer Foundation. She shared that although her organization had raised nearly \$100,000 in grants and donations the previous year, the pandemic had nearly depleted their entire operating budget. Her story shook me. I had always assumed that nonprofits were financially secure because of consistent donations—but I quickly realized how wrong I was. I began researching and was heartbroken to discover how many organizations were shutting down, leaving entire communities without access to essential services. That moment lit a fire in me. I knew I had to pivot from my original career plans. I chose to pursue an MBA to gain the tools and knowledge needed to help nonprofits secure grants and build long-term sustainability. I want to ensure that leaders like Esther never have to face such uncertainty alone again. My academic and professional experiences have created a strong foundation for graduate work. While I was working on my bachelors degree, I was able to conduct research and develop my analytical skills.One thing I took away from receiving my bachelor's and working in the public sector is that data truly matters. If there is no demand for goods or services being advertised, there is no business. I intend to start a business to teach nonprofits how to become financially stable by building income streams without government assistance. From hurricane disasters to COVID-19, I've seen many nonprofit organizations scrambling for emergency funding that could have been avoided if the proper systems were in place to receive money without going through foundations or the federal government. Like Esther, nonprofit leaders don't have to heavily rely on donations to save her nonprofit. With the right system in place, she would be able to keep her operations afloat until things die down. With economic uncertainty lurking over our country, now is the opportunity to analyze where we are financially and make the necessary changes to survive the days ahead. In order to prevent the communities they serve from suffering due to a shortage of basic necessities for survival, I aim to help nonprofit organizations become financially ready for any disaster.