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12/12/2025

This year’s Harvest of Hope reminded us of why the Whetstone Family Foundation exists: to show up for families in Appalachian Ohio with dignity, compassion, and care.

Through this program, we provided full Thanksgiving meal kits to 6 families, ensuring that the holiday table was filled not just with food, but with hope. 🍁🧡

A warm meal may seem small, but for a family facing hardship, it is a reminder that they are seen, supported, and not alone. Harvest of Hope continues to grow each year, and we are grateful for everyone who helps make it possible.

Together, we are advancing Hope. Health. Humanity.



12/11/2025

This year, the Whetstone Family Foundation proudly awarded $5,000 in scholarships to students across Appalachian Ohio — empowering future healthcare leaders and artists, who are determined to uplift their communities. 🎓✨

Our scholarship program was built on one simple belief:
Opportunity should never depend on a ZIP code or a GPA.

By investing in Appalachian students, we’re investing in the future of our region — one dream, one classroom, one student at a time.

As we look toward the year ahead, we’re asking for your help to expand our impact.
Your end-of-year gift directly supports:

✔️ More scholarships
✔️ More students
✔️ More opportunities
✔️ More hope

👉 Give today and help us continue building pathways for Appalachian students.
Donate at: www.whetstonefamilyfoundation.org/donate

12/09/2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

The Whetstone Family Foundation Announces the Very Rev. Richard J. Whetstone Scholarship
Honoring a Ruthenian Catholic priest, Eastern canonist, scholar, and spiritual father.

Cortland, Ohio — The Whetstone Family Foundation is pleased to announce the creation of the Very Rev. Richard J. Whetstone Scholarship, established in memory of Father Richard J. Whetstone, JCOL—priest, veteran, Eastern canonist, teacher, and beloved mentor.

Father Richard faithfully served multiple parishes across Appalachia, including Saints Peter and Paul (Warren, OH), St. Stephen (North Huntingdon, PA), St. Andrew (Gibsonia, PA), Holy Ghost (North Side, Pittsburgh, PA), and St. Mary (Herminie, PA). He also taught Eastern Canon Law at Franciscan University of Steubenville, contributing significantly to the formation of future Church leaders.

The scholarship supports Ruthenian Byzantine Catholic students, regardless of the institution they attend, who are discerning or pursuing:
• Priesthood
• Diaconate
• Religious life
• Eastern Canon Law

Priority consideration will be given to:
• Ruthenian Catholic students enrolled at Franciscan University of Steubenville
• Seminarians of Saints Cyril & Methodius Byzantine Catholic Seminary in Pittsburgh
• Parishioners of the parishes Father Richard served during his ministry

“Father Richard embodied scholarship, pastoral care, and unwavering service to the Church,” said Brent Whetstone, President of the Whetstone Family Foundation. “This scholarship ensures that his legacy continues in the lives of those who will serve the Church he loved.”

The first award will be granted for the 2025–2026 academic year.

For application details, visit:
www.WhetstoneFamilyFoundation.org/scholarships

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NA OKAMŽITÉ ZVEREJNENIE

Nadácia Whetstone Family Foundation oznamuje vznik Štipendia Very Rev. Richarda J. Whetstonea
Na počesť kňaza, východného kánonistu, učiteľa a duchovného otca.

Cortland, Ohio — Nadácia Whetstone Family Foundation s hlbokou úctou oznamuje vznik Štipendia Very Rev. Richarda J. Whetstonea, JCOL, ktoré bolo založené na pamiatku otca Richarda J. Whetstonea — kňaza, veterána, východného kánonistu, pedagóga a milovaného mentora.

Otec Richard verne slúžil vo viacerých farských komunitách naprieč Apalačským regiónom, vrátane Saints Peter and Paul (Warren, OH), St. Stephen (North Huntingdon, PA), St. Andrew (Gibsonia, PA), Holy Ghost (North Side, Pittsburgh, PA) a St. Mary (Herminie, PA).
Vyučoval tiež východné kánonické právo na Franciscan University of Steubenville, kde prispel k formácii budúcich vedúcich osobností Cirkvi.

Štipendium je určené pre študentov Zjednotenej Gréckokatolíckej (Ruthénskej) cirkvi, bez ohľadu na to, akú školu navštevujú, ktorí rozlišujú alebo študujú v oblastiach, ktoré formovali život otca Richarda:
• kňazstvo
• diakonát
• rehoľný život
• východné kánonické právo

Prednostné zohľadnenie získajú:
• Ruthénski katolícki študenti na Franciscan University of Steubenville
• Seminaristi Seminára sv. Cyrila a Metoda v Pittsburghu
• Veriaci z farností, v ktorých otec Richard pôsobil

„Život otca Richarda bol stelesnením učenosti, pastoračnej starostlivosti a neochvejnej služby Cirkvi,“ povedal Brent Whetstone, prezident Whetstone Family Foundation. „Toto štipendium zabezpečí, aby jeho odkaz pokračoval v životoch tých, ktorí budú slúžiť Cirkvi, ktorú tak hlboko miloval.“

Prvé udelenie štipendia je plánované na akademický rok 2025–2026.

Viac informácií a pokyny k podaniu žiadosti nájdete na:
www.WhetstoneFamilyFoundation.org/scholarships

12/01/2025

📣 2026–2027 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN!

The Whetstone Family Foundation is honored to support the next generation of Appalachian Ohio students preparing to study medicine, public health, healthcare, or the arts.

If you know a student with passion, purpose, and heart—this is their moment.

🌟 Who Can Apply
• High school seniors entering college in Fall 2026
• Residents of any of Ohio’s 32 Appalachian counties
• Students pursuing degrees in medicine, public health, healthcare, or the arts
(GPA is not a barrier. We believe in dedication and potential.)

🎓 Award Info
• Multiple scholarships awarded annually
• Funding can be used for tuition, books, fees, and educational expenses

📝 Application Requirements
• Completed application
• Personal essay(s)
• Two letters of recommendation from teachers, mentors, faith leaders, or community members

📅 Deadline: April 30, 2026

Apply now at: www.whetstonefamilyfoundation.org/scholarships

Our commitment is simple: to open doors, reduce financial barriers, and strengthen the future of Appalachian health and the arts.

No dream is too small. No story is too humble.
Your future matters—and we’re honored to walk with you. 🤍

🍁 A Thanksgiving Message from Inland Sea PressThis Thanksgiving, all of us at Inland Sea Press want to express our grati...
11/27/2025

🍁 A Thanksgiving Message from Inland Sea Press

This Thanksgiving, all of us at Inland Sea Press want to express our gratitude for the readers, storytellers, and communities who support independent publishing.

Every book we release begins with a simple belief:
that stories rooted in compassion, truth, and lived experience can change the way we see the world.

This year, we’re especially thankful for the readers who embraced Anatomy of a Yes, a book that has sparked conversations about hope, generosity, and the quiet strength found in rural America. Your support has helped bring these stories into homes, classrooms, hospitals, and communities near and far.

As we look to the year ahead, we remain committed to lifting up voices that matter, honoring stories that often go unheard, and continuing our mission to publish work that inspires, heals, and illuminates.

From our family to yours,
may your Thanksgiving be filled with peace, warmth, and meaningful moments.

Happy Thanksgiving from Inland Sea Press. 🧡🍂




📚 Inland Sea Press Is Accepting SubmissionsIndependent Authors — Your Story Matters.Inland Sea Press is opening submissi...
11/26/2025

📚 Inland Sea Press Is Accepting Submissions
Independent Authors — Your Story Matters.

Inland Sea Press is opening submissions to writers who are ready to bring meaningful, authentic stories into the world. We believe in publishing work with heart, purpose, and impact — books that stay with readers long after the last page.

If you’re an independent author with a story rooted in lived experience, advocacy, spirituality, regional identity, or narrative nonfiction, we want to hear from you.

What We’re Looking For:
• Narrative nonfiction
• Memoir
• Public health or healthcare stories
• Appalachia & rural America
• Faith, spirituality, reflective writing
• Social impact & advocacy
• Educational or community-focused work
• Medical humanities
• Cultural commentary
• Creative nonfiction

If your writing brings insight, compassion, or a needed voice to the conversation, we’d love to see it.

Why Publish with Inland Sea Press?
As a small, mission-driven press, we offer a personal, collaborative publishing experience. Our team provides thoughtful editorial guidance, professional design, and distribution through Amazon, Ingram, bookstores, and libraries. We champion stories that matter — and authors who have something meaningful to say.

How to Submit:
Email your submission materials to:
📨 [email protected]

Please include:
• A short author introduction
• A summary of your book
• The first 1–3 chapters (or full manuscript)
• Your contact information

Completed manuscripts and works-in-progress are welcome. No agent required. No large platform necessary. Just a strong story and the courage to tell it.

We look forward to discovering new voices and welcoming new authors into the Inland Sea Press family. Let’s bring powerful stories to life together.

🍁 Thanksgiving Sale — 40% Off Anatomy of a YesIn celebration of Thanksgiving and the season of gratitude, Inland Sea Pre...
11/25/2025

🍁 Thanksgiving Sale — 40% Off Anatomy of a Yes

In celebration of Thanksgiving and the season of gratitude, Inland Sea Press is offering 40% off Anatomy of a Yes — starting today.

Brent Whetstone’s powerful memoir takes readers into the heart of Appalachia and the world of organ donation. Through intimate stories from ICU hallways, rural hospital rooms, and the quiet moments that shape life-changing decisions, Anatomy of a Yes reveals the extraordinary generosity families show in their darkest hours.

Now through Saturday you can purchase the paperback copy of Anatomy of a Yes at 40% off using the link below:

👉 https://shop.ingramspark.com/b/084?params=tWq2jcQMMwgfOAOiNgoqvF9EHQHYNwcyqmQaIA5x8Sk

If you’ve been waiting to read it — or want to share a message of hope with someone this holiday season — now is the perfect time.

From all of us at Inland Sea Press:
Thank you for supporting independent publishing, meaningful storytelling, and the voices that illuminate hope in overlooked places.

Wishing you a warm and meaningful Thanksgiving. 🧡🍂




The people of Appalachia are truly the last marginalized population in this country- to the point where most Americans d...
11/18/2025

The people of Appalachia are truly the last marginalized population in this country- to the point where most Americans don't even think about what the community has endured socially, economically, and medically. Bringing his unique insight to this community, Whetstone draws back the veil to reveal this unique American experience in an eye-opening memoir of his ongoing work in the field of organ donation. -Amazon Review

11/17/2025

🎓🎭🍂 $5,000 in Scholarships. Dozens of Family Meals. Support for the Arts. 🎄🙏

This year, the Whetstone Family Foundation has been busy planting seeds of hope across Appalachia. Here’s how your support has made a difference:

✨ $5,000 in Scholarships
We proudly awarded scholarships to students pursuing careers in healthcare, education, and the arts—empowering the next generation of leaders rooted in Appalachia.

🥘 Dozens of Meals Served
Through our Harvest of Hope: Appalachian Thanksgiving Initiative, we’ve helped ensure families across the region could gather around a warm table with dignity and joy this holiday season.

🎭 Support for Local Arts Programs
We’ve continued our commitment to the arts by sponsoring theatre and drama programs that are giving young people a creative voice and a place to belong—because beauty, expression, and community storytelling matter deeply here.

🎁 The Gift of Hope: Christmas Campaign
And we’re not done yet. Our Christmas campaign is underway, bringing care packages, warmth, and hope to families facing winter hardships.

💖 Help Us Do More
Every donation matters. By making a tax-deductible gift today—or setting up a donor-advised fund—you can help us reach even more students, serve more families, and spark more creativity in our communities.

Join us in building a brighter, more hopeful Appalachian future—one meal, one scholarship, one story at a time.

📚 Exciting News!We’re thrilled to share that Anatomy of a Yes: Field Notes from an Organ Donation Advocate in Appalachia...
11/12/2025

📚 Exciting News!

We’re thrilled to share that Anatomy of a Yes: Field Notes from an Organ Donation Advocate in Appalachia by Brent Whetstone is now available at Barnes & Noble! 🙌

This powerful collection of real-life reflections invites readers into the sacred and often unseen world of organ donation advocacy—where compassion meets courage, and every “yes” becomes a legacy.

Order your copy today through Barnes & Noble online or ask for it at your local store!

🌊 Published by Inland Sea Press
📖 Anatomy of a Yes — available now wherever meaningful books are sold.

🇺🇸 Veterans Day 🇺🇸Today, we pause to honor those who have served — men and women who have stood watch through storm and ...
11/11/2025

🇺🇸 Veterans Day 🇺🇸

Today, we pause to honor those who have served — men and women who have stood watch through storm and silence, carrying the weight of duty with courage and grace.

At Inland Sea Press, we believe that stories preserve the legacy of those who serve. Through words, we remember their bravery, their sacrifice, and the deep love of country that calls ordinary people to do extraordinary things.

To every veteran, and to every family whose story is shaped by service — thank you. May your courage always be remembered, and your sacrifices never forgotten.

Announcing Anatomy of a No (April 2, 2026) — the companion to Anatomy of a Yes. Brent Whetstone explores the dignity of ...
11/10/2025

Announcing Anatomy of a No (April 2, 2026) — the companion to Anatomy of a Yes. Brent Whetstone explores the dignity of refusal, the weight of grief, and the miracle of forgiveness in Appalachia. Pre-orders open soon.

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