Reality Cheque Mentorship Program
About the Reality Cheque Program
The Reality Cheque Program is designed to equip youth with the knowledge, confidence, and practical skills needed to navigate real-world financial decisions.
We are committed to ensuring that diverse young people have access to quality education with us. Here at TDD, youth can practice their skills through in person and virtual structured settings to improve their confidence in managing personal finances, making informed financial decisions and engaging in positive financial practices.
What Make Reality Cheque Program Unique?
The Reality Cheque Program goes beyond traditional financial literacy by creating an environment where youth can learn and connect. The program emphasizes:
- Empowering Equity Seeking Youth: Fostering confidence, resilience and self-sufficiency in young people enabling them to take control of their destinies.
- Facilitating Access to Opportunities: Connecting young people with skill development, mentorship, community resources and practical tools to help them build essential financial, life and career skills.
- Promoting Inclusive Learning Environments: Offering culturally appropriate and inclusive learning spaces that recognize and celebrate diverse backgrounds and lived experiences.
- Breaking Down Barriers: Addressing and mitigating compounding challenges faced by young people, such as social exclusion, poverty, stigma and discrimination.
- Encouraging Experiential Learning: Providing scenario-based, hands-on learning experiences that equip young people with real-world knowledge and practical skills.
Our Impact
Our Reality Cheque Mentorship Program was independently verified by Impact Genome, confirming both its quality and effectiveness. This program enabled youth to achieve measurable improvements in financial literacy and skills with 100% of youth reaching the intended outcomes—a rate that surpasses the sector benchmark of 83%–91%. This certification, recognizing our commitment to deliver meaningful and measurable impact for youth and those facing barriers. It also demonstrates our ongoing dedication to improving financial empowerment.
