About Us
A legacy of excellence.
Our Story
Behind Be the Best
As a divorced mother living in the ghettos of Fayette, Mississippi, “Mama” Regenia Moore Kent was determined to ensure her four sons’ success. She instilled a simple mantra in them daily: be the best. Her goal was to enable her sons to pursue their dreams unhindered and give back to their communities. Her efforts paid off, as all four of her sons went on to become decorated Army soldiers, with Stephen and Robert attaining the rank of colonel, and Patrick the rank of lieutenant colonel.
Before enlisting, Stephen became the first in his family (though not the last) to attend college, starting at Alcorn State University. After finishing company command, the Army sent Stephen to earn his Master’s of Business Administration degree from Syracuse University.
Stephen Kent.
During his time there, Stephen discovered a passion for investing. Through the ups and downs of financial investing and trading, he realized that principles of financial literacy and freedom were rarely taught to those in his community and others like it. Thus, Be the Best Foundation was born.
Today, the Foundation stands as a tribute to Mama Kent and an extension of her life’s mantra. By teaching BIPOC and marginalized communities how to achieve financial success and freedom, and by providing ongoing financial assistance to marginalized youth pursuing their college dreams, the Foundation is committed to help everyone realize the same vision that Mama Kent has for her sons: to be the best.
Learn more about the people behind Be the Best.
Our Story
Behind Be the Best
As a single mother living in the ghettos of Fayette, Mississippi, “Mama” Regenia Moore Kent was determined to ensure her four sons’ success. She instilled a simple mantra in them daily: be the best. Her goal was to enable her sons to pursue their dreams unhindered and give back to their communities. Her efforts paid off, as all four of her sons went on to become decorated Army soldiers, with Stephen and Robert attaining the rank of colonel, and Patrick the rank of lieutenant colonel.
Before enlisting, Stephen became the first in his family (though not the last) to attend college, starting at Alcorn State University. After finishing company command, the Army sent Stephen to earn his Master’s of Business Administration degree from Syracuse University.
Stephen Kent.
During his time there, Stephen discovered a passion for investing. Through the ups and downs of financial investing and trading, he realized that principles of financial literacy and freedom were rarely taught to those in his community and others like it. Thus, Be the Best Foundation was born.
Today, the Foundation stands as a tribute to Mama Kent and an extension of her life’s mantra. By teaching BIPOC and marginalized communities how to achieve financial success and freedom, and by providing ongoing financial assistance to marginalized youth pursuing their college dreams, the Foundation is committed to help everyone realize the same vision that Mama Kent has for her sons: to be the best.
Learn more about the people behind Be the Best.
Empowering Futures Through Education
Our mission is to develop and invest in driven, historically underserved young people through long-term mentorship, scholarships, financial empowerment, and leadership development.
We walk alongside young people as they grow into confident, responsible adults—equipping them with the knowledge, relationships, resources, and opportunities to build successful lives and stronger communities.
Our commitment extends beyond individual success. We develop young people who will ultimately return to serve, mentor, and invest in the generations behind them.
We don’t just fund potential. We walk with it.
Scholarships
THE EVIDENCE:
12 scholarships. 10 students. $12,000 invested in their futures.
Be the Best Foundation invests in driven young people pursuing higher education and the opportunities it can create.
Our scholarships help reduce financial barriers while reinforcing something equally important: their potential is worth investing in.
Two of our scholars have already earned additional awards—evidence that our support doesn’t simply recognize achievement. It helps fuel what comes next.
Join us in transforming lives through education and making a lasting community impact.