A Little Spark
How We Got Our Start
Sometime during 2012, on a cold evening. I was sitting in the bleachers watching my son at soccer practice. I was freezing sitting there, even though I was wearing a winter jacket; the cold, damp air was blowing right through me. I saw other mums and dads with blankets on their laps and shoulders shuddering underneath them.
I imagined a product that I could wear over my jacket to insulate my body and capture the warmth.
So I designed a unisex garment of fantastic quality that could be worn over outerwear and still be worn comfortably at home?
That’s when the idea of DaCozee was born.
Foster Care & Children Living in Invisible Communities
I had thought of the concept, draped and designed the initial pattern, and made my prototypes. However, I still was insecure about the idea until I was sitting in a service at my local church. My pastor’s sermon focused on the dire needs of children within the foster care system within the state of Alabama.
The need just touched my heart; at that moment, God breathed life and purpose into me for this dream. I began to see the vision of children all across America the majority of the population does not see or acknowledge.
Invisible children of the working poor. Parents who were abused, drug-addicted, incarcerated, or homeless. Children who aged out of the foster care system and children trafficked across our state and country. Children who, for no fault of their own within the foster care system or communities marginalized by poverty. I wanted DaCozee to express God’s love. The product had to be multi-purposed, feel safe, and warm. Most importantly, I wanted each child to have something that was a gift to them, theirs 100%, given to them by strangers.
We are links in the chain.
Ripples in the Ocean
With every garment purchased, DaCozee wants to create small ripple effects of positivity that will make lasting changes in the lives of citizens living in disadvantaged communities.
“DaCozee made and bought to give the gift of love to invisible children.”
Invisible Adult Communities
Years ago, God challenged us to confront the root of poverty and abuse. We wanted to help the children who often go unseen, but how do we break the cycle? How do we support parents struggling to make a living? How do we help young adults aging out of foster care?
At DaCozee, we start by creating opportunities. We hire from financially fragile communities, partnering with youth programs and vocational training centers to reach those who need a second chance. We may not have all the answers, but we can make a meaningful difference—because every child and family is worth our best effort, and together we can cultivate communities of hope.
We are investing in our communities to build a brighter future. Serving our customers means delivering exceptional products, fair pricing, and real stories of impact. Together, we can energize our neighborhoods and bring hope to those who need it most.