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About Us
Step into a movement built on love, action and hope. DOSO World is committed to lifting up underserved families and individuals who desperately need the support. The purpose of DOSO is to provide real resources, support, and steady encouragement to those individuals that are single parents, young parents, young adults aging out of the foster care system and our cherished elderly community.
OUR MISSION
Is to provide social-emotional support and educational resources to enhance the lives of the individuals we serve.
"Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God's grace in its various forms." 1 Peter 4:10
DOSO — Our Heart in Four Letters
D — Do,
Do the small things and the great things, knowing every act carries impact.
O — Offer
Offer kindness, time, compassion, and presence — gifts that change lives.
S — Serve
Serve with heart, lifting others through love, dignity, and support.
O — Outreach
Outreach that transforms communities, one life and one moment at a time.
MEET OUR TEAM
We are a small group of compassionate women who have lived, seen, and experienced the challenges faced by these underrepresented communities. Together, we decided it was time to DO SOmething about it.
FOUNDER & CEO
LISA MARIE CEVALLOS
As a single mother at 17, I faced numerous challenges, the most significant of which was being able to care for my son and be the best mother I could while working nearly full-time to support him. That, combined with graduating high school and attempting to attend college. I needed a village to develop, raise my son, and become the person I am now. Many families and individuals are without a village, family, friends, a support system, or resources.
The DOSO World Foundation was founded on the idea that everyone can DO SOmething, whether it's through small acts of kindness or transforming lives and uplifting underserved families and individuals who need support the most.
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
FRANCHESKA MENDEZ
Leading initiatives that support elderly community members, foster children, teen parents, and single parents through essential resources and compassionate guidance. With a background in public service and a deep commitment to empowerment, she brings both lived experience and strategic leadership to her role. Francheska is passionate about creating dignified, accessible support systems that uplift families and strengthen community resilience.
DIRECTOR OF FUNDRAISING
ROSA LEYVA
As a single mother who navigated the challenges of raising my son while working, I wish I had found DOSO
to provide the resources and support I wish I'd had received. I understand the pressures of balancing work, family, and self-care, and my mission is to help others achieve generational wealth and success through our programs and community. As a loan officer, my driving force in service is to help our community is to provide knowledge and support with achieving their goal of homeownership. In my spare time, I enjoy working out and spending time with my family.
PROGRAM DIRECTOR,
SINGLE PARENTS
ROXANNE RODRIGUEZ
Bio coming soon
PROGRAM DIRECTOR,
TRANSITIONAL FOSTER YOUTH
VERONICA BARBOSA
I'm a single mother to my 21-year-old son. I work full time and I'm also the full-time caregiver to both my parents. I feel my purpose is to help others, to help them feel known, loved and supported. I was blessed to have support not only from my parents, brothers but also from my extended family. I think it's important for us to help one another and I know being part of DOSO WORLD FOUNDATION will give me the opportunity to share my purpose with others.
PROGRAM DIRECTOR,
ELDERLY SERVICES
Lynnett Hernandez-Kinnaird, M.A.
I have always had a passion for serving and supporting those within my community, and over time, that passion grew into my purpose. With more than 25 years of experience in community support, case management, and educational advocacy, I am committed to being a beacon of light wherever a community is in need. Drawing from my background in Counseling Psychology and Case Management, my goal is to ensure that individuals facing challenges are truly seen, heard, and empowered. I strive to provide the guidance, resources, and advocacy necessary to help them find their voice and move toward brighter possibilities.
