Flagship program
Style Me
Culturally responsive textured-hair education and hands-on support for children, teens, families, caregivers and youth-serving professionals.
Explore Style Me
Confidence begins with being seen.
Confidence, care and opportunity.
Fusion Foundation empowers youth, caregivers and families through culturally responsive beauty education, mentorship, wellness and career exploration.
Why this work matters
Hair care is about more than hair.
It is connected to dignity, identity, confidence, belonging and well-being.
The need
Caregivers may care deeply for a child while still lacking the knowledge, products or culturally responsive guidance needed to care for textured hair.
Our response
We bring practical education, youth-centered learning and professional support into spaces where families can build skills without shame or judgment.
ConfidenceCareIdentityConnectionOpportunity
What we do
Programs that turn care into confidence.
From textured-hair education to STEM and career discovery, every experience combines practical learning with a stronger sense of self.
Ages 8–16
Fusion Beauty STEM Lab
A hands-on introduction to the science, creativity, entrepreneurship and careers behind beauty and wellness.
Explore the STEM LabMore ways we serve
- Caregiver Education
- Youth Mentorship
- Career Exploration
- Community Wellness
LeAnn Drake
Founder & CEO
Built from lived experience
“Every young person deserves to feel seen, valued and empowered.”
LeAnn’s own textured-hair journey—and seeing the challenges her sister experienced in foster care—shaped a lifelong commitment to closing gaps in education and support.
Today, she brings more than 15 years of experience as a licensed cosmetologist, educator, school owner, industry leader and youth advocate.
Licensed CosmetologistCosmetology EducatorIndustry LeaderYouth Advocate
Read LeAnn’s storyDesigned for lasting impact
Support that reaches beyond the workshop.
Practical skills
Healthy routines caregivers and young people can confidently continue at home.
Stronger identity
Experiences rooted in dignity, cultural understanding and positive self-image.
Future pathways
Early exposure to STEM, leadership, entrepreneurship and beauty careers.
Verified program totals will be added here once approved.
Take part
There is a place for you in this work.
Help create confidence, connection and opportunity—one child, one caregiver and one community at a time.
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Ask about programs, referrals and general information—or explore partnership opportunities.