Our Story

Life was lifeing for the Daniels family. Raising six kids in Los Angeles meant facing the high cost of living, the fear of homelessness, transportation struggles, and financial pressure that never seemed to let up. Even in those hard times, the family held on to giving back and creating hope for others.

Then came a life-changing moment. After appearing on The Ellen Show for the third time in 2018, the family was given the biggest gift in the show’s history: one million dollars. With $500,000 they were able to rebuild stability and work toward being self-sufficient. With the other $500,000, they gave back to deserving people and organizations who needed it most.

That moment sparked the birth of the Do Good Daniels Family Foundation. Since then, the mission has been clear: to Do Good, Be Good, and Spread Good through programs in housing, mentorship, wellness, and education. What started as one family’s struggle has grown into a movement helping thousands find stability, growth, and hope.

Mission

We empower youth and families to Be Good. Do Good. Spread Good. by providing relationship-centered programs and an interconnected ecosystem of services. Through housing, economic empowerment, education, and holistic care, we equip individuals and communities to thrive.

Vision

A future where youth are at the center of a strong, supportive ecosystem—where families are stable, communities are thriving, and young people are building careers, businesses, and legacies.

At the heart of this vision is the Do Good Hub in Long Beach, our anchor and permanent space where the seeds of good are planted and ripple outward to transform lives and communities.

Meet the #DOGOOD Champions Behind Our Mission

Our Team

Explore the dynamic team propelling our vision, including our founders, committed board members, and our founding family members—who have been integral from the very beginning and are the next generation of change-makers. Along with our full team and a host of dedicated partners, they form the backbone of our efforts to create lasting impact in the communities we serve.

Co-founders

Robert Daniels
Co-Founder & Executive Director

Overcoming personal adversity, Robert’s leadership and passion for mentorship have shaped the foundation's mission.

Christi Daniels
Co-Founder & CEO

With a background in business and economic development, Christi guides the foundation’s strategic direction.

Board Members

Gary Farwell
Attorney at Law
Dr. George Bell
Pastor and Social Service Advocate
MARIO HOLTEN
COMMUNITY IMPACT &SUSTAINABILITY SPECIALIST
Barton Farwell
Board President & Fortune 500 CEO
Dr. Richard Henderson
SENIOR EXECUTIVE
Jean-Pierre Rueda
CULTURAL ADVOCATEFINANCIAL SPECIALIST
Tana
McCoy
Business Leader
Melendy Butler
Board Secretary
Special thanks to our dedicated support staff, the true boots on the ground making a difference every day. Your tireless efforts are the backbone of our #DOGOOD mission!
OUR FOUNDATIONAL MOMENTS

How We Got Started

Discover the pivotal moments that sparked our passion for giving through a curated series of videos. These clips from The Ellen Show highlight the transformative experiences that inspired us to establish the Do Good Daniels Family Foundation and continue our journey of support and empowerment for families.