Pearl$ For Life Programs Overview

Our meetings are called POW-WOWs (Pearl1$ of Wisdom-WOW) and we don’t have clients , we have pearlistas!

 

PEARL$ POW-HER

Our financial education program gives our pearlistas the power to defeat debt, conquer credit and broaden their bank knowledge. This program addresses the following key components and many more:

  • Savings
  • Credit
  • Banking: Understanding how banks and accounts work
  • Money Values and the psychology of money
  • Predatory Lending
  • Homeownership
  • Investing principles
  • Asset protection
  • Importance of having a Financial Roadmap

 

Entrepreneu-HER

This program gives pearlistas the opportunity to learn and put to practice the skills necessary for establishing and maintaining a successful business. This program addresses the following key components:

  • Business concept development
  • How to write a business plan
  • How to seek funding for a business venture
  • Strategic planning
  • Business Marketing and Development
  • Professional Development

 

Inspir-HER

Bringing together industry leaders and financial success stories to help uplift, encourage and inspire our pearlistas to be all they can be and do all they desire.

Empow-HER

This program equips our pearlistas with the pearls to take their life to the next level from heart to home. This program addresses the following key components:

  • School/Life and Work/ Life Balance
  • Self-Esteem
  • Speech and Public Speaking
  • Etiquette and Poise
  • Personal and Business Communication
  • Preparing for grade level advancement
  • Healthy Relationships
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Resume Writing
  • Dressing for Success
  • Importance of Community Service

 

The Pearlistas Mentoring Program

The Pearlistas Mentor Program gives each program participant the opportunity to have a mentor. That mentor will participate in a variety of personal development and professional development activities. The mentors will assist as needed providing academic support, professional development support, and personal development support. The Pearlistas Mentoring program provides the organization the opportunity to have an impact on each participant that is individually tailored to meet their needs. Each month mentors will be given a topic to cover with their mentees. The topic will come with a suggested activity/outing that will provide an educational opportunity and experience for the mentee.

Mentors will attend a host of seminars with their mentess on topics related to pursuing higher education, applying to college, continuing education, Health and wellness, public speaking, financial aid and scholarships, applying for a job, career counseling, etc.

Pearl Buzz

Here is what our program participants and community leaders have to say about Pearl$ For Life Foundation programs…

"I just have one word to describe Ms. Ajshay’s talk today-INSPIRING!"
-Brittney G., MD, USA

"I never ever thought I would be able to understand money like this, thank you so much.."
-Taylor N., MD, USA

"It was very helpful because I did not understand anything about credit cards, debit cards, etc…"
-Jasmin D., MD, USA

"It was both helpful and informational. There was talk about animals… like don't get an animal if you can't provide for him/her."
-Aleis M. , Washington, D.C., USA

"I wanted to thank you again for coming in to speak to our girls! Your presentation was excellent and fit so well with what the girls had been learning in their character class. The girls LOVED the piggy banks! Thanks again for your generosity"
-Angela A., Program Director, P.A.L.S.

"It was really helpful to learn about how to save money …"
-Shaya W., Washington, D.C., USA

"I loved the Making Sense of Cents seminar, it was very understandable. And interesting to learn that I can make something of my life by starting now even if I do not have much to save.."
- Blendia M., MD, USA

"I feel like I can use the information taught by the Pearl$ For Life Foundation in my near future and today"
-Kamica P., MD, USA

"Being a volunteer at The Lady legacy Foundation allows me to be a part of the solution rather than the problem of our youth's future. When I look into the eyes of the young women I serve, I see a reflection of me. I had someone positive influence my life and help me be the woman I am today, my responsibility is to help other young women realize their potential"
- Tracy P., VA, USA, Pearl$ For Life volunteer