Who We Are

Storm Sister Project is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to empowering young women ages 13–24 through mentorship, workshops, and community events. We provide guidance, resources, and safe spaces that help every sister build confidence, resilience, and lasting connections.

Our mission empowers young women to rise above life’s storms by connecting them with positive role models and offering free opportunities for growth, self-expression, and sisterhood.

A world where no young woman has to face life’s challenges alone — because she always has a sister by her side.

Why It Matters

Too many young women feel alone as they navigate school, friendships, careers, and life transitions. Storm Sister Project bridges the gap by pairing them with mentors, offering safe community spaces, and creating experiences that inspire confidence and growth.

Based in

Charlotte, NC

Our Story

Storm Sister Project was born from a personal truth: I grew up without a big sister and without a mentor I could turn to when life got hard. My mom was my rock and always there for me, but like many young women, there were times I craved guidance from someone closer to my stage of life—someone just a few steps ahead who understood what I was going through.

Instead, I leaned heavily on my friends. They were my version of sisterhood, but we were all figuring things out together—basically the blind leading the blind. When I transitioned into highschool, college and later into adulthood, I faced new challenges—struggling with confidence, navigating career setbacks, and searching for community. I joined programs for young women, but I often left feeling like something was missing: I didn’t feel truly seen, safe, or able to show up as my full self.

That’s why I created Storm Sister Project: the space I once longed for. A place where young women don’t just attend events, but actually feel excited to be there. A place where mentorship is real, bonds are lasting, and every sister is reminded she’s not alone in her storm.

What started as a vision is now becoming a movement: a community rooted in guidance, growth, and sisterhood.

Founder, Dayna Thomas

Our Values

  • We believe mentorship changes lives.

  • We provide opportunities to learn, build confidence, and thrive.

  • We foster connection, compassion, and lasting community.

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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.

  • “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

  • “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

  • “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, former mentee

  • “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.