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About Us

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Our Mission

Our mission is to improve financial awareness and literacy by teaching essential money management principles as a vital life skill.

How We Accomplish This

We empower individuals and families to make informed financial decisions, build sustainable wealth, live with greater financial confidence and security, and pursue their personal and family dreams without outliving their resources.

 

Through education, guidance, and collaboration with trusted financial professionals and service providers, we help people work more effectively with their time, money, and opportunities to create debt-free, financially successful lives. 

 

We are committed to strengthening future generations by passing on values, knowledge, and assets that promote long-term stability, economic empowerment, and the end of inherited poverty—helping families create lasting legacies and a better world for those who follow.

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Our Vision

We envision communities where young adults are empowered with the financial knowledge, confidence, and resources needed to achieve economic independence and generational prosperity.

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Who We Serve

Young Wealth Builders Academy serves youth and young adults who are preparing for financial independence, career readiness, and long-term economic success.
 

  • High school students

  • Young adults entering the workforce

  • College and vocational students

  • First-generation students

  • Underserved communities

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Executive Staff 

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Dycelia Weiss
Executive Director

Kecia Lawrence
Administrative Director

Board Members 

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Lanae Harris, PhD
President/Chair

Angela DeBruyn
Secretary

Jenny Golf
Treasurer

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