Sharpened Mindz

04/11/2026

10 Years. One Mission. Real Impact.
For the past decade, Sharpened Mindz has been committed to one thing—uplifting our community from the inside out.
In a time where real connection is being lost, we are intentionally bringing back socialization, confidence, and purpose—especially to our youth and underserved communities.
Through our initiatives, workshops, and events, we create spaces where individuals feel:
✨ Seen
✨ Heard
✨ Empowered
This work isn’t just a program—it’s a movement.
Coach Lana and the Sharpened Mindz leadership team has spent 10 years building Sharpened Mindz from the ground up, pouring passion, purpose, and personal investment into creating opportunities that change lives.
From literacy initiatives like Books, Barbershops & Beyond to life skills development and wellness programming—
👉 We are restoring confidence
👉 We are building leaders
👉 We are strengthening our communities
Because at Sharpened Mindz…
💫 We rise by lifting others.

04/11/2026

Thank you to our community sponsors. Thank you to our awesome Girlz vs. World members

02/11/2026

🎉📚 You’re Invited! 📚🎉
Sharpened Mindz presents the 8th Annual Books, Barbershops & Beyond Celebration!
Bring the kids, rep your team, and join us for an unforgettable afternoon of reading, fun, sports spirit, giveaways, free haircuts, storytime, and a special appearance by Former NY Giants Super Bowl Champ Stephen “Touchdown Maker” Baker signing autographs! 🏈🔥
We’re proud to partner with
✨ CCC Community Child Care Solutions
✨ Nu Trendz
to bring literacy, smiles, and community connection to families across Middlesex & Somerset County.
📅 Sunday, March 8th
🕐 1pm–4pm
📍 American Legion Post #25
4 JFK Blvd, Milltown NJ
Let’s celebrate reading, culture, and community — together!
Register now ➡️ https://www.eventbrite.com/e/books-barbershops-beyond-celebration-tickets-1982244300062?aff=oddtdtcreator

01/19/2026

“Love & Legacy is more than a show — it’s a reminder of who we love, why we love and what we pass on,” says Coach Lana. “This experience honors our past, affirms our present, and inspires our future.”
Featured Performers Include:
Comedian Big Momma
Ron Snipes
Dr. Bill Davis
God’s Anointed (Joanne & Will Spann)
Ahmad Ali
Taylen Plunkett
Henny Hardaway
Lisa Rosario (Fresh Breakdown)
Atiba Page
Bishop Ottis A. T. Blount
Akbar Haskins
TyHas The Genius
Music by DJ Jeff Williams
Hosted by Dawn Bryant
Coach Lana
Each act of Love & Legacy explores a different dimension of the Black experience — from ancestral roots and self-healing to partnership, faith, legacy, and future joy — creating a cohesive, uplifting narrative designed to resonate across generations.

01/09/2026

We're excited to announce! This year, on Valentines day Sharpened Mindz is presenting a powerful cultural stage experience titled: Love &Legacy a Black history month celebration . It will honor Black love , unity healing and the brilliance of our history.
This experience blends spoken word, hip hop, smooth jazz, dance, story telling and affirmations into a journey that uplifts the soul and celebrates our culture with intention. Check us out this Friday evening when the awesomely talented featured performers will be named when we go live . Our community is better when we share our gifts. We rise by lifting others.

When : Valentines Day , February 14th
Where: State Theatre New Jersey, New Brunswick
Request a complimentary Complimentary Ticket while they last thru the email.

12/19/2025

12/19/2025

We are Sharpened Mindz, a social enterprise that's been serving the community for almost 10 years. Unlike a regular business, we use our product sales to fund five major initiatives—ranging from our Books, Barbershops & Beyond literacy program to acting as Re-entry Ambassadors for those coming home. We believe in 'Business for Good,' meaning every time you shop with us, you're directly funding things like our Girl vs. World pocketbook outreach and our support for homelessness and domestic violence. We don't just sell products; we sharpen futures." We rise by lifting others.

12/15/2025

Sharpened Mindz believes in the culture!

12/15/2025

Help us uplift the community. Join us this Saturday December 20th at both our locations. Spread the word and uplift someone in need.
New Brunswick 12noon to 2pm
Perth Amboy 3pm to 4pm

Want to gain clarity in your life?Chase purpose not money?Become a more effective leader?Grow your business or get organized

12/11/2025

***Sharpened Mindz believes in the culture***
Shout out to our amazing team of fierce Directors, clients, creatives, and visionaries! Self-doubt is a 24/7 battle, but self-belief is the ultimate superpower! As a coach, I help others tap into their potential. Taking them from 100% to 200%. With a supportive team, the sky's the limit. Let's rise together.

12/01/2025

Elevating the future provides a chance to picture a world rich in value-Coach Lana

11/13/2025

Help us continue to strengthen the community.