NEW FALL PROGRAMS
SINCE THE BEGINNING (2018)
OF GIRLS HAVE ATTENDED
2 OR MORE DRF PROGRAMS
GIRLS SERVED
SUMMER CAMPS
ABOUT DOTTIE ROSE FOUNDATION
MISSION STATEMENT
Our mission is to set the standard in computer science education while bridging the gender gap in the technology field.
VISION STATEMENT
We envision a future where computer science education is accessible, inclusive, and equitable for all, regardless of gender, and a technology industry that values and benefits from the diverse perspectives and contributions of women.
LEARN MORE ABOUT DOTTIE ROSE FOUNDATION
MEET DR. SHARON JONES, OUR FOUNDER
WHAT ARE THEY SAYING?
Sharon was great about letting me know of opportunities my daughter might enjoy after she attended her first Dottie Rose event. The organization does a great job of helping their students feel comfortable while learning and having fun! The ice cream outting downtown was also a hit!
Parent
My daughter had an awesome experience at the Dottie Rose summer camp! She had an opportunity to learn about theatre at UNC Charlotte in a class taught by college professors. She also had an opportunity to learn about robotics and coding.
Parent
My experience with Dottie Rose foundation has been amazing. I get to learn new things and do a lot of things that I didn’t think I would do, but the dottie rose has really made me think about trying new things because ever since the first time I went, they have been telling me about other events and since I had so much fun the first time I agreed so I have been coming back ever since my first time with the Dottie Rose foundation.
Parent
Thank you so much! The girls had a blast and we are going to try to get them plugged into the camp this summer. Anytime I have all 3 girls sharing how fun something was and how much they learned we don’t have much feedback.
Parent
DRF has opened both of my daughter’s eyes to all the possibilities computer science and technology has to offer – all while having a blast! I am so grateful for all the camps and events DRF puts on that introduces such a fun, new world to these girls.
Parent
Both of my daughters have attended different events and both were wanting to know when the next event was taking place.
Parent
My daughter was done with coding. she felt like she had no more interest. Luckily her aunt signed her up and she was so elated. She enjoyed the classes and doing something different with her coding skills.
Parent
THANK YOU TO OUR PARTNERS
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Board Member Spotlight: Maryanne Sweat
Maryanne is a Director, Test Engineering Manager at LendingTree with over 20 years of experience. While studying at Guilford College with a BS in Physics and Mathematics, Maryanne was also the leader of the LGBTQ Alliance on campus. From a young age, Maryanne sought to empower people, championing diversity and acceptance and standing up for the rights of others. Whether it was giving gift money to Southwestern State Mental Hospital patients or defending the inalienable rights of a Jehovah’s Witness refusing to say the Pledge of Allegiance, young Maryanne fought for equality for all. Today, Maryanne promotes STEM education for women and girls. She’s a leader in STEM careers and has mentored women to pursue professions in STEM.
As for family, Maryanne was a uniformed Scout leader for her son and wholeheartedly supported his high school marching band. Maryanne is empowered, and she will never stop empowering those around her.
Thank you for your support and belief in the mission and vision of the Dottie Rose Foundation!
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#cltboard #charlottenc #stemeducationforkids #computerscience
“We will always have STEM with us. Some things will drop out of the public eye and will go away, but there will always be science, engineering, and technology. And there will always, always be mathematics.”
— Katherine Johnson, Mathematician
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#quoteoftheday #motivation #womeninstem
Happy Birthday to Mama D! Our founders grandmother and the legacy in which the Dottie Rose Foundation stands on. Dr. Sharon Jones spoke on her legacy while also building her own…
“As a young girl, my bond with Mama D. was unbreakable. She taught me to find magic in life’s simple moments—whether through shopping trips, garden strolls, or heartfelt conversations or her green mesh bag with all kids of learning ideas. Her words of encouragement and unwavering support made me feel I could achieve anything. Together with my parents and extended family, they nurtured my curiosity and love for learning, shaping the person I am today.
My career in education and computer science reflects this rich legacy. My passion for integrating disciplines like computer science, art, and technology stems from my childhood experiences of imagining and creating—a direct gift from the values instilled by my family. Today, through the Dottie Rose Foundation, named in Mama D.’s honor, we work to inspire young girls to discover their voices in technology and computer science.“
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#dottierosefoundation #womenempoweringwomen #legacy
Thank you to one of our partners, SIM South Carolina! We appreciate your support and belief in the mission and vision of the Dottie Rose Foundation.
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#southcarolina #stemeducation #digitalworld #girlswhocancode
The students at Mint Hill Elementary were able to practice their golf swings while also learning about statistics of the golf world with our StatStars program! Fun for all!
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#stemeducationforkids #statstars #dottierosefoundation
The holidays are upon us! This class would be a fun way to learn how to bake and decorate the perfect cookie for the holidays.
“Cookie artist and Food Network competitor Maisha Cottman will give you all the deets to start creating your own masterpieces! We’ll learn tips for making and using royal icing then practice a variety of decorating techniques that you’ll get to apply to a set of finished cookies you can take home. Maisha will also share her favorite tips on baking the perfect cookie, shopping for supplies, and developing cookie designs.”
25% of all sales will help to support the mission and vision of the Dottie Rose Foundation. Sign up today at the link in our bio!
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#holidaycookies #cookiedecorating #cltnonprofit
Technology is constantly changing and growing! We are determined to continue in our gaining as much knowledge as possible when it comes to the STEM industry and yesterday was one of doing that. We were able to learn about AI prompting and we also won best prompt for Algorithm Alchemist! Thank you to @apparoclt and @avidxchange for a great event!
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#stemknowledge #knowingisgrowing #stemeducation
Our mission is to set the standard in computer science education while bridging the gender gap in the technology field.
We envision a future where computer science education is accessible, inclusive, and equitable for all, regardless of gender, and a technology industry that values and benefits from the diverse perspectives and contributions of women.
We would love to have you join us in this mission! Contact us today to learn how you can help.
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#cltnonprofit #bridgingthegendergap #spotonthedot
Board Member Spotlight: Angela McFadden
Angela is a dynamic leader with extensive experience in planning, analytics, sales, supply chain, strategy, and people development in the consumer packaged goods industry. Known for her charisma and ability to collaborate across functions, she excels in delivering actionable recommendations based on data and building trust with others. With nearly two decades of experience within The Coca-Cola system, Angela has a track record of gaining buy-in and driving success for the organization. Currently serving as the Senior Director of Revenue Growth Management at Coca-Cola Consolidated, she oversees analytics, planning, forecasting, and pricing strategy for a $7 billion portfolio.
Outside of her professional life, Angela is dedicated to raising her daughter, traveling, and engaging in various hobbies such as cooking and reading. She is also passionate about philanthropy, mainly supporting women, children, and underserved communities. Through her involvement on boards and as a mentor, Angela actively contributes to advancing and developing women and multicultural talent. Angela, a native of Germany, holds an undergraduate degree in Business Administration with a focus on Marketing and a Minor in Journalism from Winthrop University.
Thank you for all you for the Dottie Rose Foundation!
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