the madro foundation was born from both personal passion and professional purpose. as a black woman and aspiring neonatal nurse practitioner, i have witnessed firsthand the devastating racial disparities that persist in maternal and infant health outcomes in our country. these inequities are not abstract statistics — they are lived realities for too many families, especially in black and minority communities.

my journey in healthcare began at the age of 15, as a high school summer volunteer at the children’s hospital of los angeles. it was there that i first saw the profound impact of compassionate, skilled care on the lives of children and their families. that early experience sparked a lifelong commitment to healthcare, which has now led me to philadelphia, where i am currently pursuing dual master’s degrees at the university of pennsylvania. my goal is to become a neonatal nurse practitioner — a role i see not just as a career, but as a calling to serve vulnerable populations with excellence and empathy.

the madro foundation, based in philadelphia, is my response to the urgent need for change. our mission is to combat racial disparities in maternal and infant health, with a particular focus on supporting black mothers and families. we are committed to driving this change through advocacy, research, and the implementation of direct service programs that promote equitable health outcomes for all.

this work is deeply personal. it is about ensuring that no one is left behind because of the color of their skin. it is about listening, learning, and leading with integrity. and most of all, it is about building a future where every mother and every baby has the opportunity to thrive — no matter their background.

our mission is to combat racial disparities in maternal and infant health, with a particular focus on supporting black mothers and families. we are dedicated to fostering change through advocacy, research, and the implementation of direct service programs that promote equitable health outcomes for minority communities.

the madro foundation hosts curated events designed to bring communities together while raising essential funds to support our mission. these events not only benefit the foundation’s own programs but also contribute to other organizations and charities aligned with our commitment to improving maternal and infant health outcomes.

we have partnered with the 76ers + our sister company, the philly pickleball club, to host our inaugural fundraising event which will take place on january 17th, 2026. this fundraising tournament will mark the beginning of a powerful tradition of advocacy, celebration, and collective impact.