First Down Finances.
The first down is the first step to scoring.
Teach Financial Literacy and Build Skills that Create Generational Wealth.
Although Eric was a defensive football player, he knew that success or failure was based on first downs. It is the job of the defense to stop the other team from getting first downs. It is the job of the offense to get as many first downs as possible. The first down is the first step to scoring — and scoring is how you win.
Like many professional athletes, Eric came into a great deal of money, and had many people take advantage of him financially. Over time, he learned the value of money. You cannot buy happiness with money; but, without it, it is difficult to make the MAVERICK Moves required to maximize your potential.
Like MAVERICK Moves, First Down Finances is funded through grants and private donations, and blends evidence-based content, trauma-informed delivery, and Eric's personal experiences. The program is facilitated by Eric or someone directly trained by him, and can be expanded or contracted to fit available delivery time.
- 01Money MindsetThink like an owner.
- 02EarningIncrease your offensive power.
- 03BudgetingCreate a game plan.
- 04BankingLearn the financial field.
- 05SavingBuild your emergency defense.
- 06CreditProtect your financial reputation.
- 07DebtThe difference between tools and traps.
- 08InvestingLet money play offense.
- 09TaxesWhat comes out of the check.
- 10InsuranceProtect the team.
- 11Homeownership & Real EstateBuild assets, not just rent receipts.
- 12EntrepreneurshipCreate your own opportunities.
- 13Career PlanningYour talent is an asset.
- 14Generational WealthMove the chains for the next generation.
- 15Consumer AwarenessAvoid financial penalties.
- 16Giving BackWealth with a purpose.
Host First Down Finances in your community.
We partner with workforce-development orgs, community colleges, and faith-based organizations to deliver the curriculum where it is needed most.