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Define Yourself Inc.

EMPOWERING YOUTH.
CREATING ACCESS.

Empowering young people to reach their fullest potential through mentorship, education, and development. The youth with the most promise often have the least access. We exist to close that gap.

Why We Exist

THE YOUNG PEOPLE WITH THE MOST PROMISE OFTEN HAVE THE LEAST ACCESS

We believe that mentorship, education, and holistic development can inspire the next generation of leaders, prepare them to succeed in every area of life, and strengthen the communities they come from. We exist to close the gap.

Our Approach

HOLISTIC DEVELOPMENT

ACCESS

Removing barriers so every young person gets a real chance.

MENTORSHIP

Experienced guides for growth, goals, and life.

EDUCATION

Academic support and preparation for the future.

FINANCIAL LITERACY

Money skills that last a lifetime.

What Your Support Makes Possible

OUR PROGRAMS

Youth training

YOUTH DEVELOPMENT SCHOLARSHIPS

Funding training, coaching, and resources for young people who face financial barriers to development.

Mentorship session

MENTORSHIP

Pairing young people with experienced mentors for guidance in personal growth, financial literacy, and life beyond the field.

Performance testing

PERFORMANCE ACCESS

Partnering with schools and community programs that lack funding to bring development resources to the youth who need them.

Youth learning

FINANCIAL LITERACY

Teaching young people how to budget, build credit, and make smart financial decisions — skills they will carry for life.

Our Mission

“TO EMPOWER YOUTH TO ACHIEVE THEIR FULLEST POTENTIAL THROUGH HOLISTIC DEVELOPMENT”

Emphasizing mental, physical, and social growth through mentorship, education, and development programs.

Voices of Impact

STORIES OF GROWTH

“Define Yourself has been transformative for my child. They don't just teach sports — they teach life lessons that have made a real difference.”

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Jessica Lee

Parent — Sacramento

“The mentorship program gave me the confidence and discipline I needed. I'm a better person because of Define Yourself.”

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David Thompson

Youth Participant — Sacramento

“Watching my daughter grow through this program has been incredible. She's learned resilience, teamwork, and what it means to define yourself.”

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Melissa Carter

Parent — Sacramento

Level The Playing Field

EVERY DOLLAR GOES TOWARD THE YOUNG PEOPLE WHO HAVE THE DRIVE BUT NOT THE ACCESS

Your contribution directly funds these programs. It helps a young person earn a scholarship, find a mentor who shows them what is possible, or access the resources that change their trajectory.

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Location

SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA

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WE WOULD BE HONORED TO PARTNER WITH YOU

On behalf of every young person you help reach new heights — thank you.