BETTER THAN

YESTERDAY MENTORING

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT AND

FINANCIAL LITERACY PROGRAM

Building Brighter Tomorrows Today

WHO ARE WE

Better Than Yesterday Mentoring, Inc. was founded in ​September 2024 after the president, Diamond B. Frazier,​ saw two key missing components in a local mento​ring program she volunteered for - personal develop​ment and financial literacy. Instead of overstepping​ the founders, she decided to address the need by creati​ng a program focused on training underserved Afr​ican American high school students for adulthoo​d by facilitating personal growth and financial lite​racy workshops. We are committed to empowering our y​outh to know who they are, where they come from​ and provide the tools needed for a brighter futu​re.

Mission and Vision

Mission: Better Than Yesterday Mentoring, Inc. trains ​underserved African American high school students for ​adulthood by facilitating personal growth and financial literacy ​workshops through one on one and group mentoring.

Vision: End crime in the black community and raise the median ​household income for African Americans to 150k

what we do

Objective: To equip students with ​essential financial literacy and ​personal development skills to ​become future leaders.

• Workshops: Monthly ​workshops on topics like ​budgeting, saving, investing, ​and credit management.
  
• Leadership Training: Sessions ​on communication, ​teamwork, and leadership ​skills.
  
• Mentorship: One-on-one ​mentoring with professionals ​from various fields.
  
• Project-Based Learning: ​Students work on real-life ​projects to apply their skills.
  

Objective: To provide a comprehensive ​program that combines financial ​education with personal growth activities.

• Weekly Classes: Regular classes ​covering financial topics such as ​financial planning, entrepreneurship, ​and economic principles.
  
• Personal Development Sessions: ​Workshops on goal setting, time ​management, and self-esteem ​building.
  
• Guest Speakers: Inviting successful ​professionals to share their ​experiences and insights.
  
• Community Service: Encouraging ​students to participate in community ​service projects to develop empathy ​and social responsibility.
  

Objective: To prepare students for adulthood by ​providing them with the tools and knowledge needed for ​financial independence and personal success.

• Financial Literacy Bootcamp: Intensive bootcamp ​sessions on financial basics, including budgeting, ​taxes, and loans.
  
• Career Readiness Workshops: Training on resume ​writing, interview skills, and professional etiquette.
  
• Mentorship Circles: Small group mentoring sessions ​focusing on personal and professional development.
  
• Internship Opportunities: Partnering with local ​businesses to provide internship opportunities for ​hands-on experience.
  

get involved

Every donation gets us one step closer to equipping our ​youth for adulthood to contribute to the overall success of ​our black brothers and sisters

we need you :)

Bronze Sponsor

Contribution: $1,000 - $2,499

Benefits:

• Logo Placement: On website.
  
• Event Recognition: Mention during events.
  
• Social Media Mentions: Occasional mentions on social media ​platforms.
  
• Event Tickets: Complimentary tickets to one event.
  
• Newsletter Mention: Mentioned in newsletters.
  

Community Sponsor

Contribution: $500 - $999

Benefits:

• Logo Placement: On website.
  
• Event Recognition: Mention during events.
  
• Social Media Mentions: Acknowledgment on social media platforms.
  
• Event Tickets: Discounted tickets to events.
  
• Newsletter Mention: Mentioned in newsletters.
  

Donate Supplies

Please see the list of items we need to be successful:

Books on Financial Literacy (20 copies of each)

Self-Help Books (20 copies of each)

Financial planning workbooks, budgeting journals, and savings trackers

Journals and Planners

Gift Cards - books, educational materials, restaurants, groceries to ​support students’ basic needs, travel expenses, clothing, personal care ​etc

Nutritious snacks for students during workshops and mentoring sessions.

Transportation Vouchers

School Supplies

Donate Your Space

We are seeking your support in donating space for our workshops and ​seminars. Your contribution will help us provide these vital programs and ​make a lasting impact on our community.

Donate Your Time

We are seeking passionate community leaders and speakers to donate ​their time by facilitating workshops or serving as keynote speakers. Your ​expertise and guidance can inspire and empower our students to achieve ​their full potential.

Volunteers are needed as well for community events

become a board member

We are seeking dedicated individuals passionate about empowering ​underserved African American high school students through personal ​development and financial literacy programs to join our board. As a board ​member, your expertise and commitment will help shape the future of our ​organization and make a lasting impact on our community.

If you are interested in contributing your skills and experience to our mission, ​we would love to hear from you.

POSITIONS AVAILABLE

Secretary - support management with administrative duties

Grant writer - funder research, identifying prospects and writing applications to secure

Fundraiser Coordinator - responsible for planning and executing charity events

Partnership Manager - responsible for developing partnership packages, recruiting sponsors and ​partners, and

managing partner relationships. Advocate for the organization to other companies, foundations, ​and non-profits

Social Media Manager - help maintain an organization’s image and share its story, growing its ​digital footprint

while advancing its mission and vision.

Director of Communications is responsible for all communication efforts, including emails,

letters, website content, social media, videos, advertising, and more.

MEET THE president

Growing up in PG County to a single mother, Diamond B Frazier is no stranger to an environment lacking resources to further the personal development of teens in the area. Her mom had to learn through trial and error and passed on to Diamond what she knew, but there was still something missing - no financial knowledge or sense of self.

After years of unlearning behavior and doing extension self-reflection, Diamond has become the go-to for life advice and personal finance. Diamond B. Frazier now is a 5 year Certified Youth Mentor and Life Coach and a 10 year personal finance instructor.

Diamond specializes in helping clients achieve their personal and financial

goals by providing a client-focused, result driven, motivational learning approach and experience.