This 11-year-old entrepreneur is chasing his dreams and making a difference in his community at the same time.
This 11-year-old opened a thrift shop to help low-income familiesMariya Moseley/ABC News
"I was inspired by all the superheroes helping to make the world a better place," Obocho said."I wanted to be a hero myself by helping my mom." His mother, Sasha Peters, who is a single mother originally from St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, believes that parents' investment into their children's dreams plays a huge part in their child's success.
Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams awarded Obocho as one of the"Heroes of the Month" last June --- an honor that celebrates people for their bravery, selflessness and service. Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams honors young CEO Obocho Peters as Hero of the Month at a ceremony in June of 2019. Among the local events are financial literacy sessions where Obocho hosts dozens of participants ranging from 5 to 55 years old. The seminars, which have nearly tripled with participants since the first session, are geared towards teaching families how to save for college.
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