Capability Statement

Company Summary

Richly Learning is an independent publisher specializing in affirmation-based coloring books, financial literacy resources, and creative visualization tools that inspire personal development, education, and empowerment. Our books combine representation, financial independence, and creative expression to help individuals of all ages succeed.

Our Offerings Include:

✔ Affirmation Coloring Books

Promote self-confidence, mindfulness, and emotional resilience.

✔ Coloring Books Centering Black People

Provide inclusive, culturally rich content that fosters positive representation.

✔ Career-Focused Coloring Books

Introduce young learners to diverse career paths in an engaging, hands-on way.

✔ Financial Affirmation & Practical Guides Inspired by the FIRE Movement

Teach financial literacy, wealth-building, and financial independence through easy-to-understand and empowering content.

✔ Vision Board Books with Clip Art

A magazine-free, creative tool for goal setting and manifestation, making visualization more accessible.

Our mission is to create engaging, empowering, and inclusive content that inspires lifelong learning and success.

Business Summary

📖 Innovative & Empowering Publications

Our books merge education, personal finance, creativity, and goal-setting to encourage lifelong growth.

📚 Culturally Inclusive & Representation-Focused

Our work prioritizes diversity, equity, and inclusion by centering Black stories and experiences.

💡 Creative Goal-Setting & Financial Empowerment

Books that teach financial independence, career awareness, and personal success strategies in an interactive way.

🎨 Hands-On Learning Tools

Our affirmation-based and vision board books help individuals of all ages visualize and achieve their dreams.

📢 Community Engagement & Corporate Partnerships

We collaborate with organizations and institutions that align with education, financial literacy, and personal development.

Core Capabilities

✅ Educational & Personal Development Publishing

Books designed for self-improvement, financial literacy, and career readiness.

✅ Diversity & Representation in Literature

Culturally inclusive content that reflects Black excellence, empowerment, and inspiration.

✅ Hands-On Learning & Goal-Setting

Interactive books that foster creativity, mindfulness, and personal vision planning.

✅ Financial Literacy for All Ages

Providing affirmation-based and practical guides to help individuals build wealth and confidence.

✅ Strong Community & Corporate Partnerships

Working with libraries, educators, businesses, and cultural institutions to provide impactful books.

Differentiators

🔹 Empowering Content with a Purpose –

Books that not only educate but motivate and transform readers through affirmation, self-discovery, and financial growth.

🔹 Culturally Inclusive & Representation-Focused

Filling gaps in mainstream publishing by prioritizing Black voices, career exploration, and financial independence.

🔹 Financial Literacy Meets Creativity

Bridging the gap between financial education and personal growth through unique affirmation-centered books.

🔹 Recognized & Trusted by Leading Institutions

Featured in schools, public libraries, major corporations (Meta/Facebook), and community organizations like Jack & Jill of America.

🔹 MWBE-Certified & FAMIS Vendor.

Approved vendor status for public and private institutions looking to incorporate empowering, diverse, and engaging books

🔹 Vision & Manifestation Tools

Unlike traditional books, our vision board resources provide structured goal-setting tools with easy-to-use clip art.

Expertise

Tracey Little

🖊️ Tracey Little, RN, MBA– Former NYC Instructional Technology educator, tech leader, registered nurse, and lifelong athlete turned book publisher, focused on education and empowerment.

Nadine Payne

📈 Nadine Payne JD, MBA – Business strategist driving innovation, financial growth, and market expansion.

Past Performance & Customers

✔ Department of Education (FAMIS Approved Vendor)

Supplying books to NYC schools and educational institutions.

✔ Public Libraries

Providing diverse and educational books to expand library collections.

✔ Higher Education & Community Organizations

Partnering with Hostos Community College and Jack & Jill of America to support literacy and empowerment initiatives.

✔ Corporate & DEI Initiatives

Supplied books for Meta (Facebook) and other organizations promoting diversity, financial wellness, and career success.

✔ Cultural & Community Engagement

Featured at Brooklyn Museum First Saturdays and other high-profile community and educational events.

✔ Retail & Independent Bookstores

Books available through Taylor & Co. Books and specialty booksellers.

Certifications & NAICS/NIGP Codes📌

Certifications:

✔ DOE Vendor

✔ FAMIS 

✔ MWBE Certified 

NAICS Codes

📖 511130 – Book Publishers

📚 451211 – Bookstores -- Brooklyn Museum Bookstore Pop-Up

🛍️ 454110 – Electronic Shopping & Online Bookstores

🖨️ 323117 – Book Printing

🎓 611710 – Educational Support Services -- Schools

📈 541611 – Professional Management & Development -- Employee Health Events

🏫 611699 – Miscellaneous Schools & Instruction

📖 511199 – All Other Publishers

NIGP Codes:

📚 71520 – Educational & Classroom Books

🎨 78570 – Art Supplies & Materials

📖 20867 – Publishing Software & Content Development

Clients & Partners

🖼️🎶🕺🏽 Brooklyn Museum First Saturdays

👑🧒🏽🌸 Jack & Jill of America (Queens Chapter)

🎓 Hostos Community College — CUNY

🏫👦🏽👧🏻🎒📝 IS 281

🏫👦🏽👧🏻🎒IS 303

🎬⚖️🎨🖍️🎒The Middle School of Media, Law and Fine Arts K581

🧭🌱📚🏙️ Metropolitan Expeditionary

♾️ Meta

📖🏛️👓 Roselle Public Library

🛍️📚🖋️ Taylor & Co Books

✊🏾📚👩🏾‍💼The Free Black Women’s Library

🚀💼🏢Small Business Svite Business Incubators

🧑🏽‍🏫🫱🏽‍🫲🏘️ University Settlement Society of New York

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