Donna Baugham-Perry
A Beacon of Confidence and Charitable Impact
From the vibrant streets of Brooklyn, New York, Donna Baugham-Perry has emerged as a dynamic force in philanthropy, personal empowerment, and social activism. Her journey from a vocal major at Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School to a distinguished professional and visionary leader reflects her unwavering dedication to uplifting others.
Donna's professional path is marked by over a decade of experience in front-line fundraising, currently serving as the Individual Giving Manager at Habitat for Humanity New York City & Westchester County. Her tenure at Verizon Communications as an Account Representative for 16 years honed her interpersonal and managerial skills. Donna seamlessly blends her business acumen with her passion for empowering others, which is evident in her roles as the Proprietor of Courageously Curvy Coaching & Apparel and the Founder of The Courageously Curvy Girls Foundation. As a Certified Life & Confidence Coach, she helps others embrace their potential with unshakeable confidence.
Donna's academic background is as impressive as her professional achievements. She holds a Master's in Public Administration from Bernard Baruch College and a Bachelor’s in Management from Empire State College, both prestigious institutions within the State University of New York system. Her foundational education at the Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School for Music and Arts & The Performing Arts instilled a lifelong love for singing and the arts.
A multifaceted individual, Donna is an avid singer, writer, reader, and extreme crafter. Her wanderlust has taken her on international adventures, but her heart remains committed to social causes like educational equity, school lunch advocacy, housing justice, and championing curvy confidence.
Donna’s aspirations are a testament to her visionary spirit. She aims to publish her first and children’s books, organize a women’s empowerment conference, and provide significant scholarships to plus-size curvy girls for college, further solidifying her role as a beacon of hope and empowerment.
Donna embodies traits of resilience, confidence, and leadership. She identifies as a prayer warrior, worshipper, encourager, educator, visionary, and entrepreneur. Her philosophy, “Confidence is my SUPERPOWER,” encapsulates her approach to life and empowerment.
Her journey includes overcoming PCOS-related infertility, welcoming her daughters Anaya and Ava, and starting The Courageously Curvy Girls Foundation. Her initiatives like the “Courageous, Curvy & Paving the Way Awards” celebrate the achievements of plus/curvy women while supporting young girls of color.
Donna's impactful work has been recognized with notable awards, including the 2018 Not for Profit of the Year Award from The Full Figured Fashion Week and the 2017 Ignitor of Possibilities Award. Her selection as a 2023 Global Ambassadors Participant with Habitat for Humanity International underscores her global impact.
Above all, Donna cherishes her roles as the wife of Nate and mother to Anaya and Ava, considering these her most significant accomplishments.
Donna Baugham-Perry is an inspiring figure who advocates for social change and personal empowerment. She firmly believes that confidence can move mountains and change lives.
