The Daisie Project, Snips of Success, and the Daisie Foundation proudly partnered to host the 2026 Chicago Father’s Day Makeover Experience, honoring and celebrating 100 deserving fathers with a day dedicated to self-care, encouragement, and appreciation.
Created to recognize the often-overlooked contributions of fathers, the Father’s Day Makeover Experience is designed to uplift dads, strengthen families, and remind men that they are valued, appreciated, and deserving of being celebrated for the positive impact they make every day.
Participating fathers received complimentary grooming services, professional barber services, and styling, helping each dad look and feel his best. Thanks to the generosity of Meijer, every father also received a brand-new wardrobe featuring polo shirts and cargo shorts, along with professional before-and-after photos to commemorate their transformation.
The experience continued with a special luncheon, where participating fathers enjoyed great food, fellowship, and the Men on the Move Panel Series. Moderated by ABC 7 Chicago Anchor Jasmine Minor, the panel brought together accomplished leaders for an engaging conversation about fatherhood, leadership, perseverance, personal growth, and the importance of creating opportunities for future generations. Their honest reflections and shared experiences inspired meaningful dialogue and encouraged the fathers in attendance.
Featured panelists included Sam Reeves, Commercial Banking/Treasury Management Market Manager and Senior Vice President at Old National Bank; Nick Ramos, Owner of Chicago Theater Works and Final Cuts Barber Shop; Marvin Anderson, Manager of Healthcare Services at Molina Healthcare of Illinois; and Marco A. Rodriguez, Senior Vice President of Dulcelandia Candy Stores and Founder of XOL Chicago.
As an additional surprise, every participating father received a special Father’s Day gift courtesy of Banana Republic Factory Store.
The day served as a powerful reminder of the importance of celebrating fathers and recognizing the lasting impact they make within their families, workplaces, and communities.
A heartfelt thank you to our participating sponsors, supporting partners, volunteers, and community leaders who helped make this special day possible, including Meijer, Old National Bank, Banana Republic Factory Store, MolinaCares, HealthChoice Illinois, Penske, Meridian, Pin Me Up, Final Cuts Barber Shop, Mane Space, Chicago Theater Works, and the many volunteers whose generosity and dedication made this unforgettable experience possible.
Together, we celebrated fatherhood, created lasting memories, and honored 100 fathers with an experience that reflected the appreciation, respect, and gratitude they so richly deserve.
