Creating Better Dais for Our Children and Community.
Serving the community of San Marcos, Texas, and providing aid to the families of the San Marcos Housing Authority.
3nd Annual Better Dais Foundation Golf Tournament
Saturday, May 11, 2024
Double J Ranch Golf Club – Wimberley, Texas
Double J Ranch Golf Club – Wimberley, Texas
About the Better Dais Foundation (BDF):
The BDF was established in 2021 by Founder William (Daisy) Williams and Co-Founder Minerva Santellana, along with the support and guidance of a Board of Directors. On May 25, 2019, Daisy was diagnosed with in stage renal failure. As participants of the Paired Kidney Exchange Program, and with God’s grace, Minerva lovingly and graciously donated a kidney to a stranger which in return placed Daisy on the top of the kidney transplant list. On August 20, 2020, Daisy received his new kidney, allowing him for a second chance in life.
This precious gift has allowed Daisy to fulfill his lifelong dream. After a successful kidney transplant, Daisy decided to move forward with fulfilling his lifelong vision of serving the community of San Marcos, Texas, specifically assisting and providing aid to the families of the San Marcos Housing Authority.
Daisy, along with his siblings, Linda, Cathy, Phillip, and Joseph, and his Mama Robbie Mae Williams resided in Allen Woods – San Marcos Housing Authority Unit. This special place was Daisy’s home for 12 years. Daisy fondly recalls residing in Allen Woods from 1st – 12th grade. Allen Woods is a home close and dear to his heart.
On June 6, 2021, Daisy was diagnosed with cancer. After a tough battle, and by the grace of God, Daisy is now in remission. Despite being diagnosed with cancer, Daisy firmly believes in providing hope for all and to inspire people to let them know that there indeed are better dais (days) ahead.
“The love that I have received over the years has made me realize that it doesn’t matter where you come from or if you made mistakes along the way. It’s about giving back to our youth. It’s about letting families know that there is hope. The goal of this foundation is to touch as many lives as we can and to make a difference. Our vision is to support underprivileged children, provide tools and resources for low-income families to better their future, and to better serve the youth of Hays County. This is what we believe our Father has chosen us to do. I am a believer of hope and faith and firmly believe that there is promise for Better Days (Dais) ahead.“
– Daisy Williams
Passing Of Our Founder, William “Daisy” Williams
On November 24, 2023, after a brave and hard-fought battle, Willaims (Daisy) passed peacefully and is now rejoicing with Jesus. His legacy will live on through the Better Dais Foundation.
Better Dais Foundation is making an impact:
Functions Sponsored and Hosted by the Better Dais Foundation:
- Back to School Backpack Drive
- Hamburger Sale – Hays County Food Drive Thanksgiving Drive
- Annual Better Dais Foundation Toy Drive
- Adopt-a-Family Christmas Program – Serving the San Marcos Housing Authority
Use the Paypal QR code or click the button to make a donation to the Better Dais Foundation.
The first project spearheaded by the BDF, was to host a “Back to School Backpack Drive.” During this event, the community rallied around the BDF and donated and raised funds to purchase 400+ backpacks and drawstring bags, filled with school supplies. The backpacks were distributed to children in the San Marcos Housing Authority, San Marcos, and surrounding communities.
Distribution:
- 400+ backpacks/drawstring bags with supplies were donated/purchased
- Donated 365 backpacks/drawstring bags with supplies to grade school children residing in the San Marcos Housing Authority (Chapultepec, Allen Woods, CM Allen, and Porter Homes)
- Donated 60 backpacks/drawstrings bags with supplies to grade school children attending San Marcos CISD, Hays CISD, and Boys & Girls Club
A Hamburger Sale was held in September 2021. A portion of the proceeds from the hamburger sale went towards the donation of $1,000 to the Hays County Food Bank Thanksgiving Meal Drive. The $1,000 donation to the Hays County Food Bank Thanksgiving Meal Drive allowed for 32 local families to receive a Thanksgiving meal for the holidays.
With generous donations made by the community, the BDF was able to purchase 155+ toys. In addition, 175+ toys were generously donated during the toy drive.
- The 1st Annual Toy drive was held on November 20, 2021 and was attended by numerous supporters and community members. This event allowed the BDF to purchase gifts for the Adopt-a-Family Christmas Program – Serving the San Marcos Housing Authority.
With the continued support of the community, the BDF was able to “adopt” families from the Chapultepec, Allen Wood, CM Allen, and Springtown Villa Housing Authority Units of San Marcos. Furthermore, several toys were delivered to the Youth Service Bureau of San Marcos.
Each year, the Better Dais Foundation gathers to collect toys and bring Christmas cheer to many families.
Outcome:
- 330 toys donated and/or purchased and distributed
- 17 families served from the San Marcos Housing Authority
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- 4 Chapultepec Families Served
- 7 CM Allen Families Served
- 5 Allen Wood Families Served
- 1 Springtown Villa Families Served
- 8 Porter Homes Families were provided Christmas baskets
- 60 Springtown Villa Residents (30 males/30 females) were provided toiletries and essential needs bags
- 52 San Marcos Housing Authority Children Served
Each year, the Better Dais Foundation awards three $500 scholarships to three deserving San Marcos High School seniors who are pursuing their academic careers in either a 4-year college, junior college, or trade school.
People helping people.
That’s what Better Dais is all about.
Please join us in helping our San Marcos, TX community members.
Use the Paypal QR code or click the Donate button to make a donation to the Better Dais Foundation.