DPDavid Payne Jr.

An original poem by David Payne Jr.

Strength

Until I cry my last tear

Until my being no longer exists

Until I join my fallen brothers and sisters

I will fight

Until the sun shines no more

Until I breathe my last breath

Until I utter my final words

I will fight

Until I conquer all that I fear

Until my blood pumps no more

I will fight

For everything that I love

For my family, unity, and my people

I will fight

Until the end

Until I see freedom

Or die in the pursuit of it

I will fight

Strength · David Payne Jr.

Long-term vision in development

Education · Ownership · Unity

The 27

Creating economic independence through capital, practical business education, mentorship, and accountability.

The 27 exists to empower aspiring entrepreneurs from every background and stage of life. Grounded in unity and the belief that love conquers evil, the program will help people build lasting businesses, introduce new brands, create jobs, strengthen communities, and open doors for others.

Every participant will carry the mission forward by helping empower two more entrepreneurs—turning opportunity into a growing cycle of ownership, service, and generational change.

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The capital structure

One opportunity.
Two doors opened.

The first-cycle direct-capital goal is $2.7 million: 27 founders, each eligible for up to $100,000 through a separate merit-based program.

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Selected founders

Each may receive up to $100,000 for an approved business plan, released through responsible milestones and oversight.

$2.7M first-cycle goal
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Future entrepreneurs

Each founder helps mentor two more people, building a future pipeline for education, preparation, and later funding opportunities.

Two doors opened by each founder
Extended community81

Entrepreneurs empowered

Twenty-seven funded founders plus 54 developing entrepreneurs connected through mentorship and responsibility.

27 funded in the first cycle

A thirty-year horizon

Build the business. Create the job. Open the next door.

Book royalties are envisioned as an original funding stream, supported over time by donors, sponsors, grants, and community partnerships. A separate operating fund would support education, legal guidance, accounting, mentorship, administration, and program evaluation.

From David's collection

The featured
six.

Six collectible sports cards are planned as six separate noncash prizes, with one card awarded to each of six potential winners. Final card values, assignments, and complete Official Rules will be posted before entry opens.

Shaquille O'Neal Orlando Magic Ultra basketball card from David Payne Jr.'s collection01
Featured card

Shaquille O’Neal

Orlando Magic · Ultra

Shaquille O'Neal LSU basketball card from David Payne Jr.'s collection02
Featured card

Shaquille O’Neal

LSU

Barry Sanders Detroit Lions football card from David Payne Jr.'s collection03
Featured card

Barry Sanders

Detroit Lions

Larry Bird 1991–92 Fleer Team Leader basketball card from David Payne Jr.'s collection04
Featured card

Larry Bird

1991–92 Fleer · Team Leader

Shaquille O'Neal Premier Prospects basketball card from David Payne Jr.'s collection05
Featured card

Shaquille O’Neal

Premier Prospects

Emmitt Smith Fleer 1995 football card from David Payne Jr.'s collection06
Featured card

Emmitt Smith

Fleer ’95

Free entry · No purchase necessary

Enter free.
Same odds for everyone.

The first sweepstakes is planned for Georgia residents age 18 or older. Buying a book is appreciated, but it is never required and never improves anyone's odds.

Opening after final legal reviewPlanned entry period: August 27, 2026–August 27, 2027

The free form will activate only after the complete Official Rules are posted.

Privacy-safe free entry wall

Every free entry.
Optional public confirmation.

After a free entry is privately verified, David may publish a privacy-safe confirmation card only when the participant gave permission. No receipt, donation, or book purchase is used to qualify an entry.

Free sweepstakes entry board
— verified free entries

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Privacy promise: emails, full names, eligibility confirmations, and private entry records stay private. Only approved, consented details appear here.

Public display is optional and does not affect eligibility or odds. A wall card confirms a verified free entry; it does not guarantee selection or a prize.

Planned framework · Not yet the Official Rules

Clear rules.
Equal odds.

The entry form remains closed until the complete Official Rules receive final legal review and are posted on this page.

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No purchase necessary

Entry will be free. Buying a book, donating, or leaving a review will not improve anyone's odds.

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Georgia · Age 18+

The first promotion is planned only for legal residents of Georgia who are at least 18 years old.

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Six potential winners

Six featured noncash sports cards are planned, with one card assigned to each potential winner.

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Random drawing

Potential winners will be selected randomly after the entry period closes. Odds depend on eligible entries received.

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One free entry

The planned limit is one entry per person and email address, subject to verification under the final Official Rules.

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The 27 is separate

The entrepreneurship program will use a different free application and published merit-based scoring process.

Planned entry period: August 27, 2026 through August 27, 2027. Dates, sponsor information, prize values, winner procedures, privacy terms, tax responsibilities, and all other material terms remain subject to the final Official Rules. Void where prohibited.