925 Financial is more than a business, it’s a movement rooted in purpose, resilience, and financial empowerment. Founded by Ayhana Austin, the company began as a personal mission shaped by profound life events. At just 19 years old, Ayhana was a college student preparing financially for motherhood. After tragically losing her son James to stillbirth on September 25, 2020, she transformed her grief into purpose. In his honor, she launched 925 Financial, named after the date that marked both her deepest loss and the birth of her life’s work. 

Since then, 925 Financial has become a resource for low to middle income individuals, families, and small businesses. With over 90% of its services priced at $150 or less every 3 to 6 months, well below industry norms of $200 - $400 per hour, the firm breaks down financial barriers for those often excluded from traditional financial systems. While budgeting tools, custom planning services, and digital resources anchor the company’s offerings, it’s the Financial Literacy for Youth (F.L.Y.) Program that truly sets 925 Financial apart. F.L.Y. Program is a copywritten 7-week financial literacy curriculum designed for students in grades K–8. It includes engaging content presentations, a teacher’s guide, student workbook, pre- and post-assessments, and more aligned with national education standards. By offering schools, churches, and youth organizations a ready-to-use toolkit, F.L.Y. equips the next generation with essential money skills in an age-appropriate and impactful format. 

By uplifting future generations through F.L.Y. Program and reshaping how financial services reach marginalized communities, 925 Financial isn’t just emerging—it’s creating lasting change.