Guidance. Growth. Sisterhood.
Our Mission
We empower young women to rise above life’s storms through mentorship, workshops, and community events that build resilience and sisterhood.
What We Do
Through mentorship, workshops, and community events, we provide young women with the guidance and tools they need to grow. Our organization is designed to build confidence, safe spaces, and lasting connections.
Why Girls Need This
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Mentorship Gap
• 1 in 3 young people grow up without a mentor
• 65% of girls wish they had one but don’t know where to find it
• Mentored youth are 78% more likely to give back and lead
• Girls with mentors are 2x more likely to enroll in college and stay in school
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Mental Health Crisis
• 1 in 3 teen girls feel persistently sad or hopeless
• 57% of teen girls report overwhelming anxiety
• Suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death for girls ages 10–24
• NC ranks 42nd in the U.S. for youth mental health access
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Sisterhood Gap
• 50% of girls say they don’t have a safe place to talk
• Girls lose up to 30% of their confidence by age 14
• Only 1 in 4 girls say they feel supported by female peers in school
• 59% of teen girls feel pressure to “handle problems on their own”
Sources: CDC Youth Risk Behavior Survey (2023), MENTOR National, National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), Girls Inc., The Confidence Code for Girls (2020), NC Child, Afterschool Alliance, Girls Leadership & Deloitte – U.S. Girls Leadership Study.
Based in
Charlotte, NC
Meet the Team
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Dayna Thomas
Founder & Executive Director
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Taylor Bullock
Director of Operations & Programs
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Bria Waller
Development & Partnerships Director
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Shiron Johnson
Mentorship & Governance Advisor
The Power of Mentorship
Mentorship leaves an imprint that lasts a lifetime. Our stories prove that when you pour into one girl, you help shape generations to come.
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“Long before I knew His name or the power that lay therein, God sent you as an angel into my life. I am forever grateful for your unselfish acts of kindness—taking time to invest in a little Black girl named Yvonne. You took me to church, fed me, clothed me, and shared your family with me. You exposed me to stability and success I hadn’t known. You loved me.
I understand now that God used you in a most powerful, beautiful, and wonderful way. The seeds you planted have grown into a beautiful tree—producing fruit that remains. For one little Black girl, you made a difference.”
— Yvonne, former mentee
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“Taylor is that big sister who just gets it. She’s always pushing me to dream bigger and actually go for it. Watching her handle life with so much confidence makes me feel like I can do anything too. She’s taught me a lot about believing in myself and going after what I want.”
— McKenzie
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“Dayna has been such an inspiration in my life. She’s always led by example—driven, creative, and never afraid to chase what she wants. I’ve learned so much from her, from building my resume to finding the confidence to start my own business. She always had me helping with her projects, and through that, I got to see what hard work and purpose really look like. Dayna has shown me that anything is possible when you believe in yourself.”
— Jennie
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“Bria is like that older sister you didn’t know you needed. She’s real, she’s supportive, and she always hypes me up when I’m doubting myself. She keeps it honest but in the sweetest way, and being around her just makes me feel more confident in who I am.”
— Mentee
The Ripple Effect of Sisterhood
Stories like this remind us why mentorship matters—and why sisterhood will always be at the heart of the Storm Sister Project.
