SHANNON STEEVES
CarePortal Operations Lead
Winnipeg MB
“The Church has a calling to be the hands and feet of Jesus, and I have a deep desire for facilitating ways to mobilize local churches to create communities that flourish.”
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I’ve spent years working on initiatives aimed at helping families thrive—and I’ve seen firsthand that the challenges they face are complex, systemic, and deeply interwoven.
Collaboration is key. When churches, social services, and businesses come together, powerful change happens. I’ve seen it work. But something was missing.
The Church.
The Church is uniquely called to step into broken places and bring hope, healing, and practical support. My heart is to bridge that gap—to mobilize churches so they can partner with their communities in meaningful, life-giving ways.
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At CareImpact, I get to connect churches, social service agencies, and community partners to create a network of support for families in need. Every day, I witness incredible partnerships forming—leaders from diverse backgrounds uniting around a common mission.
My role involves:
✅ Facilitating partnerships between churches & community organizations
✅ Equipping church leaders to engage effectively with social issues
✅ Bridging the gap between faith-based & secular support systems
✅ Encouraging collaboration to create sustainable solutions for familiesWhen different perspectives come together, we learn, grow, and create real impact.
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Beyond my work at CareImpact, I’ve had the privilege of engaging in various initiatives that serve marginalized communities, including:
✔ Former board member for an organization serving unhoused individuals in Nashville
✔ Volunteer with a national outreach sharing hope with women in the adult entertainment industry
✔ Community development experience focused on empowering local leaders & fostering systemic changeThrough these experiences, I’ve gained a deep understanding of social systems and the critical role of the Church in bringing hope and restoration.
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I believe in a future where churches are at the centre of thriving communities—not just as places of worship but as active partners in care and transformation.
🌱 Every family should have the opportunity to flourish.
🏡 Churches should be places of refuge, restoration, and renewal.
🤝 Collaboration isn’t just helpful—it’s essential.Through proximity, connection, and a willingness to grow, we can create communities where every person feels seen, supported, and valued.
Let’s build something beautiful—together.
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Are you looking to activate your church or organization to respond to real needs in your community?
As CareImpact’s CarePortal Operations Lead, Shannon works directly with churches, child welfare partners, and community agencies to mobilize practical support for children and families in crisis. If you’re exploring how CarePortal could function in your region, strengthen cross-sector collaboration, or increase church engagement, this is the place to start.
She can help you:
Launch or strengthen CarePortal in your area
Equip churches to respond to real-time needs
Build partnerships between agencies and faith communities
Clarify next steps for sustainable community impact
Shannon also hosts the Neighbourly Podcast, where conversations around poverty, trauma, and community care continue. If you’re reaching out about a potential collaboration, story, or guest opportunity connected to those themes, include that below.
Complete the form and Shannon will follow up directly.
email: shannon@careimpact.ca
Podcast Episodes Featuring Shannon
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It all begins with a conversation.
Maybe you're a church leader longing to serve your community more effectively.
Maybe you’re part of a social service or local agency seeking stronger partnerships.
Or maybe you just have a heart to see families and communities thrive—and want to be part of the solution.
Whatever it is, bridging the gap starts with connection. Let's talk about how we can work together to build flourishing communities through collaboration, compassion, and the Church showing up in meaningful ways.