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About Us
Founder/CEO
Mrs. Yolanda Molden-Verner
Yolanda is the founder of “Mold-EN Our Youth for a Brighter Future, Inc.” She is a 1986 graduate of Calhoun County High School, Edison, Georgia. As a student-athlete, she received many awards for her athleticism and participation in its athletic programs. She was a member of the softball, basketball, track teams; she enjoyed numerous winning seasons with her teammates.
An Army Veteran, she served her country honorably for 22 years, received numerous awards, served abroad, and completed multiple schools and courses for professional development. She continues to serve her country as an employee of the Department of the Air Force.
Yolanda currently resides in Tampa, Florida. She serves faithfully at her church, loves to volunteer in the community, travel, and is a member of Kappa Epsilon Psi Military Sorority, Inc. Yolanda holds an MBA from the University of Phoenix.
Founder/CEO
Mrs. Yolanda Molden-Verner
Yolanda is the founder of “Mold-EN Our Youth for a Brighter Future, Inc.” She is a 1986 graduate of Calhoun County High School, Edison, Georgia. As a student-athlete, she received many awards for her athleticism and participation in its athletic programs. She was a member of the softball, basketball, track teams; she enjoyed numerous winning seasons with her teammates.
An Army Veteran, she served her country honorably for 22 years, received numerous awards, served abroad, and completed multiple schools and courses for professional development. She continues to serve her country as an employee of the Department of the Air Force.
Yolanda currently resides in Tampa, Florida. She serves faithfully at her church, loves to volunteer in the community, travel, and is a member of Kappa Epsilon Psi Military Sorority, Inc. Yolanda holds an MBA from the University of Phoenix.
MISSION STATEMENT
Proclaim the importance for continued education to high school students, provide resources, and financial assistance.
Founder/CEO
Mrs. Yolanda Molden-Verner
Yolanda Molden-Verner is the founder and CEO of MOLD-EN OUR YOUTH FOR A BRIGHTER FUTURE (MOYFABF) Inc., a 501c3 nonprofit organization, focused to provide resources and financial assistance to high school students, seeking to attend an institution of higher learning.
She is a graduate of Calhoun County High School, Edison, Georgia. As a high school student, the lack of financial resources resonated within her, thus creating a wonderful opportunity to give back and make a difference in the lives of high school students, by encouraging them to continue their education after high school.
An Army Veteran, she served her country with pride and honor for 22 years. While serving in the U.S. Army, Yolanda attended many schools and courses for professional development and received numerous awards and decorations for her performance and achievements.
She believes “Education is the new currency!” Attending a post-secondary school will significantly improve employment opportunities, earning potential, and most importantly in the words of her mother, Ms. Eunnie V. Molden, “Education is something that once you get it, no one can ever take it away from you.”
Initially, Yolanda established the “MOLD-EN OUR YOUTH FOR A BRIGHTER FUTURE Scholarship Award to provide financial assistance to students at her high school alma mater. The scholarship award is granted to the winner of the annual essay contest. The opportunity to enter essay contests and win cash prizes has been expanded to all high school students in the United States. (See Contest Rules)
Yolanda currently resides in Tampa, Florida. She serves faithfully at her church and loves to reach others through volunteerism. She enjoys traveling and spending time with her family. Yolanda is a member of Kappa Epsilon Psi Military Sorority, Inc. She currently holds an MBA from the University of Phoenix.
Secretary
Mrs. Annie Bennett
Ann Bennett has a reputation of selfless service to family and community.
Ann has worked for the United States Department of Veterans Affairs as a Benefits Specialist since 2015. Prior to her work in the civilian sector, Ann retired from the United States Army in 2011 after serving 20 years of honorable service that included three tours in Saudi Arabia and two tours in Iraq. Her assignment as a Drill Sergeant equipped her to lead others with integrity and precision.
In 2005, Ann’s passion to serve was super-ignited when she accepted Jesus Christ as her Savior. She is currently enrolled in Biblical Studies at Life Christian University in Lutz, Florida. Ann is an active member of New Walk Church, Zephyrhills, Florida where she serves as a Greeter.
Ann is an Executive Board Member for Women of Endurance, Power, and Authority (WEPA) Ministries, a non-profit organization whose mission is to help women know they have God-given value and purpose in life. She expertly plans production and serves (last 18 months) as Lead Host for monthly ministry fellowships (virtual and on-site).
Ann earned a Master of Business Administration degree from Saint Leo University. She is married to Lee with two sons, Stephone and Jacob, and five beautiful grandchildren.
Treasurer
Ms. Connie Leak
I currently reside in a suburb of Detroit Michigan which is where I was born. I come from a large family of ten siblings. We were taught to work hard, continue your education, and treat everyone right!
I am fortunate to have experienced many career opportunities ranging from retail to manufacturing. I was employed by General Motors over 40 years. I served as a UAW International Union Representative for 14 of those years During my tenure I held numerous leadership positions, both appointed and elected. I have served as National Vice President of the Coalition of Labor Union Women (CLUW) for four years. I was elected National President of Coalition of Labor Union Women at the Biennial Convention in 2013. I participate in my church with the Mission and Youth departments. I love to watch movies and HGTV!
I enjoy creating campaign literature for candidates seeking elected positions, within their community and union. I also consult, coach and encourage others to help them realize their ideas and the potential of achieving their dreams.
My goal is to encourage young people to lead through mentorship and most importantly by example!
I am excited and honored to serve as a board member of Mold-EN our Youth for A Brighter Future, Inc, because I have always championed young people through educational encouragement. Serving as a board member will allow me to continue to act upon my passion to inspire and mold our future leaders!
WHY MOYFABF
Mold-EN Our Youth For A Brighter Future, Inc., is dedicated to raising funds and providing financial opportunities for students who plan to attend an institution of higher learning to earn money.
Obtaining a certification or college degree will expand opportunities for students, and allow them to achieve something that can never be taken from them, education. Education is the new currency! Obtaining a certification or college degree will expand opportunities for students, and allow them to achieve something that can never be taken from them. My mother, Ms. Eunnie V. Molden, always encouraged us to “get our education” she said, “ that is something that once you get it, no one can ever take it away from you.”
Mold-EN Our Youth For A Brighter Future, Inc, will provide opportunities to earn money, that can be applied to future educational opportunities. Our goal is to encourage all high school graduates to strive to be debt free, upon completion of obtaining an institution of higher learning. Entering essay contests provides opportunities to win prize money to reduce costs.