About Daisie Foundation

Honoring a Legacy of Love, Strength, and Service

The Daisie Foundation is a living legacy in honor of the late Daisie Robinson — a woman of valor, grace, and unwavering faith. More than a mother, wife, grandmother, and aunt, she was a true pillar of her community, known for her kindness, resilience, and belief in the power of service.

Daisie was a family woman who wore many hats with grace and purpose. Whether she was raising her children, working multiple jobs to provide for her family, or encouraging those around her to persevere through life’s challenges, she led by example. Her life was guided by faith and an unwavering belief that obstacles aren’t roadblocks — they’re opportunities to rise.

“The most rewarding fulfillment is knowing how you impacted someone’s life.”

Her message was simple yet profound: remain humble, stay kind, and always serve others. Today, the Daisie Foundation carries her legacy forward by spreading kindness and creating opportunities for women and children in the communities we serve.

Our Mission is to continue Daisie’s legacy of Empowerment

“It's a blessing to be a blessing!”

We are committed to empowering women and children through community partnerships and meaningful outreach. Our work focuses on creating opportunities and exposure for those in socioeconomic communities, because we believe that exposure is the greatest pathway to success.

Through random acts of kindness and special projects, we aim to bring joy, hope, and life-changing moments to families, students, and professionals — reminding them that they are seen, valued, and loved.

Our Initiatives

At the Daisie Foundation, we believe that small acts of kindness spark big change. Through our core programs and events, we create opportunities that uplift and inspire the communities we serve:

Delivering holiday cheer directly to classrooms by surprising students and teachers with thoughtful gifts and festive moments. Focused on creating a day to remember through simple, meaningful acts of kindness that brighten the season.

View Our Holiday Magic Express →

Surprise holiday celebration programs that transform entire schools into magical experiences. Students, teachers, and staff are honored with thoughtful gifts, festive activities, and special holiday lunches. These programs bring kindness, hope, and lasting memories to schools in socioeconomic communities.

View Our Holiday Magic Experience →

A one-day summit connecting beauty professionals and future leaders with top industry experts. Through education, inspiration, and financial support like grants and scholarships, this initiative helps reduce barriers and creates pathways for success.

View Our Beauty Gives Back →

Honoring and empowering mothers through head-to-toe makeovers, celebrations, and thoughtful outreach that helps them feel valued, confident, and supported.

View Our Mother’s Day Initiative →

A Kentucky Derby–inspired event celebrating women who inspire with heart, drive meaningful change, and create a lasting legacy. This empowering experience highlights their impact, service, and unwavering commitment to uplifting others and strengthening the communities they so proudly serve.

View Our Leading Ladies Luncheon →

At the Daisie Foundation, we believe that when women uplift one another, communities thrive. Our Leading Ladies Panel Series is hosted in Chicago, Houston, and Milwaukee, bringing together accomplished women from diverse industries to share their journeys, challenges, and successes.

View Our Leading Ladies Panel Series →

Creating moments of joy and support for women and children throughout the year through unexpected acts of kindness and impactful outreach efforts.

View Our Community Special Projects →

Daisie Foundation’s Magical Adventure Initiative creates unforgettable experiences for students in socioeconomic communities, offering life-changing exposure, inspiration, and joy. It’s more than a trip—it’s a spark for future dreams.

View Our Magical Adventure →
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Our Belief in Partnerships

We know that strong partnerships build stronger communities. The Daisie Foundation collaborates with individuals, businesses, and organizations that share our mission to bring light and hope to the communities we serve. Together, we create opportunities and moments of kindness that spark lasting change.

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About Daisie Foundation

8+ Years of Impact in Communities Nationwide

With your help, the Daisie family continues to grow.

Like the flower she was named after, Daisie Robinson stood for new beginnings. Even the daisy itself represents the unity of two different flowers blended together in perfect balance. And through our relationships with generous donors, partners, community organizations, and business entities, we aim to strike that same balance between passion and action.

More than 
 36,523+  
random acts nationwide!

Through our ongoing philanthropic efforts, the Daisie Foundation continues to uplift and support first responders, healthcare professionals, mothers and fathers, children, teachers, and beauty professionals across the country.

From surprise experiences that spread joy, to grants that help beauty and barber school students and artists advance their careers, our mission remains rooted in empowering women and children to lead brighter, more hopeful lives.

To date, our initiatives have reached thousands of children, women, and families—providing meaningful support and resources that foster growth, resilience, and opportunity. We’ve also awarded financial grants to aspiring beauty and barber professionals, helping them pursue their dreams and build sustainable futures.

And this is only the beginning…

With each passing year, our impact expands—thanks to the generosity of our supporters and partners.

To help us continue Daisie’s legacy of compassion, empowerment, and opportunity, please consider making a donation to our 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization today. All contributions are tax-deductible and directly support programs that create lasting change in the lives of women and children.

Proud to Have Impacted

Students @ 23 Schools
12000 +
Caring Mothers
3000 +
First Responders
700 +
Teachers and Staffers
700 +
Beauty Technicians
300 +
Health Responders
700 +
Awarded in Scholarships & Grants To Aspiring Beauticians
$ 100000 +

About Daisie Foundation

Our Dedicated Board Members from Across the Country

Julie Hightower

Executive Board President
“The Daisie Foundation is deeply important to me because it creates a lasting legacy—a powerful footprint for generations to come. It is about more than giving back; it is about empowering women, children, and future leaders to rise, thrive, and realize their full potential.”

Diana Gutierrez

Executive Board Member

“Being part of the Daisie Foundation always reminds me how impactful collective generosity can be. Each effort, big or small, contributes to lasting change and meaningful impact in our communities. At the heart of this organization is the unwavering belief that everyone deserves a hand up—a chance to rise, thrive, and feel supported through life’s challenges. I’m grateful to contribute to an organization that doesn’t just talk about change—it creates it by uplifting those who need it most. It’s an honor to help carry this mission forward and witness the difference it makes. “

Brittany McCollum

Executive Board Member

“I’m a part of Daisie because giving back is one of my core values. Daisie supports those that are underserved, those that might be looked over, and it’s so incredibly important. The smiles on the students, teachers, mothers and nurses are truly why we do what we do. Daisie makes those that might feel invisible, visible and the world needs organizations who make people feel loved. I feel so blessed to be a part of an organization committed to make the world a better place.”

Dr. Elizabeth Kiracofe

Executive Board Member
“My heart and passion align with the Daisie Foundation because our mission is grounded in genuine care for all people. Whether we’re surprising a school or lifting up a family, everything we do is about making someone feel seen and valued, and I’m proud to play a part in that.”

Carla Dennis

Executive Board Member

“Daisie has a straightforward agenda of simply helping others – it’s refreshingly uncomplicated and profoundly impactful. The smiles, and tears of joy, are real when Daisie transforms simple acts of kindness into EXTRAORDINARY gestures of compassion that help our most vulnerable communities realize they are valued and cherished.”

Tracy Lilly

Executive Board Member

“The Daisie Foundation aligns deeply with my belief in the power of compassion and generosity. Because of the Foundation’s unwavering commitment to serving others and uplifting our communities, I proudly endorse this organization.”

Dana Fountain

Executive Board Member

“It’s the sister hood for me! Doing life and buisness with like minded, hard working, multi tasking magic making women is unmatched!”

Kendra Chaplin

Executive Board Member

“I have always been passionate about women’s issues—from women studies in college to owning a women-focused magazine. Today, as a board member of The Daisie Foundation, I am able to make an impact on the lives of women and children that feeds my soul. As a board, there’s something so powerful about women coming together to lift up other women. Daisie thrives on collaboration to create opportunities and spread hope—we’re building a community that inspires and empowers in ways that truly matter. It is and continues to be an honor to be part of something as special as Daisie.”

Deneen Newman

Executive Board Member
“Helping others has been the guiding light in my life. The Daisie Foundation goes above and beyond to help and support women, children and families in need. It is indeed an honor to be a board member.”

Emily Eckel

Executive Board Member

“The first time I volunteered with Daisie Foundation, the atmosphere was electric and I left feeling wrapped in the love and spirit of the event. I knew I had to do more and make this part of my life. For me, few things are more fulfilling than creating moments of kindness that uplift and inspire. Being part of Daisie means making a lasting impact through generosity and joy.”

Kandice Hightower, MSN FNP, PMHNP, BC

Executive Board Member

“Daisie is the foundation of life for so many women and children in need! I take immense pride in ‘doing the work’ for this reason and because of Daisie I am blessed to be a blessing to someone else!”

Harpeet Milam

Executive Board Member

“Because with care and love Daisie ignites a flame of empowerment in women and children to awaken their inner strength and pursue boundless excellence.”

Frenchye Bush-Harris

Executive Board Member

“The Daisie Foundation sprinkles a little extra love to mothers and children during special times of the year creating a magical reminder that giving love changes lives and I am honored to serve with an organization that starts and ends with love.”