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How To Teach Your Kids About Money Ft: Ebony Beckford, Author, Entrepreneur & Financial Literacy Advocate

• Arlene Bolden - Korleh • Season 3 • Episode 58

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“There is no fortune that one could pass down to their children greater than financial literacy” ― Ebony Beckford

In the guest chair today, is an author, entrepreneur, and financial literacy advocate committed to closing the wealth gap in America; Ebony Beckford. Ebony’s work is guided by the notion that early financial education is a key component to achieving financial independence as well as building economically prosperous communities of color.


In 2020 she released her best-selling children's book, Madison’s 1st Dollar, which led to her starting Fin Lit Kids, a multimedia company that empowers adults to teach basic money concepts to kids 3-7 through fun and engaging games, books, activities and content. 
 

Ebony’s work has been featured on NBC News New York, Essence.com, Madammenoire.com, and multiple blogs. She was recently awarded a $10,000 grant from UPS Ignite and Accion Opportunity Fund to grow her business. 

In this episode you will learn:

  • How Motherhood forced Ebony to heal. 
  • The Path to starting Fin Lit Kids.
  • Fin Lit Kids mission to make financial literacy accessible and enjoyable for kids aged 3-7.
  • Practical day to day activities to teach and engage your kids about money.
  • Why Financial Literacy is important to Restoring Generational Wealth.

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