Founders Corner
Donna Kshir
Donna M. Kshir is a 15x bestselling author (2008-2016), publisher and columnist featured in over 50 books. Donna is an advocate and activist. She served as president for the Michigan nonprofit Dreamcatchers for Abused Children from April 1, 2008 through February 13, 2015 when she resigned. On January 1, 2009, Donna created, produced and hosted Dreamcatchers Talk Radio; Michigan's largest 24 hour child abuse internet radio educational network until she resigned in February 2015.
Donna also used her influence in the growth of gaining national support for Conner's Law, making child abuse by death / murder a violent crime in Kentucky. She received a Letter of Recommendation from Mashanna Bachuss, Conner's mom, for her diligent work sharing Conner's story, creating child abuse awareness for Conner's Law/Conner's Coalition.
She united with Erin's Law in 2013 and in June 2016 she and her best friend and sister advocate Lee 'Cougardawn' Roberts co-founded Advocates United for Humanity. Donna received the NNPAAW Award in 2012, 2013, 2014, 2016, and a 2016.
Donna is a writer who seeks truth and justice for children exposed to abuse. She was among the nominees for the Pinnacle Awards in 2018 & 2019 and in 2019 she received the Diamond Quill Lifetime Achievement Award. She is also member of the Nonfiction Authors Association and She Writes, the world's largest online community for women writers.
In 2014, Donna and Lee created and mentor the Chapman Wordweavers creative writing group, and in the Fall of 2015, Donna created a series of children’s books with her grandchildren, and a historical series titled, Renovo Storytellers where she shares short stories by those who lived it; in her home town nestled in the endless mountains of Pennsylvania.
On November 18, 2020 Donna compiled and served as Co-Editor to honor her dear friend Stephen Miller, who passed away unexpectedly on 02-11-2020, and his first release Waterfalls and Cascades of the Pennsylvania Wilds. The photo book reached the Amazon’s Top 100 in Photography and Travel in January/February 2021.
On December 23, 2020 Donna and Lee 'Cougardawn' Roberts created and took to the air on a new radio format, AU4H RADIO ‘Real Talk’ airing ‘LIVE’ on YouTube and podcast formats.
On July 22, 2021 Donna and Roberts introduced a petition to make the Child Abuse Central Registry public. Their goal is to have a State Representative sponsor the amendment and present it to the House and Senate. Donna and Roberts first introduced this amendment in 2015 following the passing of Conner's Law.
In January 2022, S. Justice featured Donna in the book, Conner's Law-KY for her work with Mashanna Bachauss-Waggoner, Conner's mother, prior to it being passed into law.
Donna writes under several pen names and advocates for those in need. She has spent much of her life dedicated to giving back to her community. Donna has volunteered her time and talents with numerous non-profit organizations over the years. She has volunteered at her children's schools, local youth groups and other charities giving of her time with God leading her journey as her health allows. She enjoys a quiet laid back lifestyle with her family.
Donna's books are available on Amazon, Lulu and other online bookstores, as well as Donna's online bookstore!! For more on Donna visit her website! (Book proceeds are donated to charity)
Donna also used her influence in the growth of gaining national support for Conner's Law, making child abuse by death / murder a violent crime in Kentucky. She received a Letter of Recommendation from Mashanna Bachuss, Conner's mom, for her diligent work sharing Conner's story, creating child abuse awareness for Conner's Law/Conner's Coalition.
She united with Erin's Law in 2013 and in June 2016 she and her best friend and sister advocate Lee 'Cougardawn' Roberts co-founded Advocates United for Humanity. Donna received the NNPAAW Award in 2012, 2013, 2014, 2016, and a 2016.
Donna is a writer who seeks truth and justice for children exposed to abuse. She was among the nominees for the Pinnacle Awards in 2018 & 2019 and in 2019 she received the Diamond Quill Lifetime Achievement Award. She is also member of the Nonfiction Authors Association and She Writes, the world's largest online community for women writers.
In 2014, Donna and Lee created and mentor the Chapman Wordweavers creative writing group, and in the Fall of 2015, Donna created a series of children’s books with her grandchildren, and a historical series titled, Renovo Storytellers where she shares short stories by those who lived it; in her home town nestled in the endless mountains of Pennsylvania.
On November 18, 2020 Donna compiled and served as Co-Editor to honor her dear friend Stephen Miller, who passed away unexpectedly on 02-11-2020, and his first release Waterfalls and Cascades of the Pennsylvania Wilds. The photo book reached the Amazon’s Top 100 in Photography and Travel in January/February 2021.
On December 23, 2020 Donna and Lee 'Cougardawn' Roberts created and took to the air on a new radio format, AU4H RADIO ‘Real Talk’ airing ‘LIVE’ on YouTube and podcast formats.
On July 22, 2021 Donna and Roberts introduced a petition to make the Child Abuse Central Registry public. Their goal is to have a State Representative sponsor the amendment and present it to the House and Senate. Donna and Roberts first introduced this amendment in 2015 following the passing of Conner's Law.
In January 2022, S. Justice featured Donna in the book, Conner's Law-KY for her work with Mashanna Bachauss-Waggoner, Conner's mother, prior to it being passed into law.
Donna writes under several pen names and advocates for those in need. She has spent much of her life dedicated to giving back to her community. Donna has volunteered her time and talents with numerous non-profit organizations over the years. She has volunteered at her children's schools, local youth groups and other charities giving of her time with God leading her journey as her health allows. She enjoys a quiet laid back lifestyle with her family.
Donna's books are available on Amazon, Lulu and other online bookstores, as well as Donna's online bookstore!! For more on Donna visit her website! (Book proceeds are donated to charity)
NOTE: *Donna volunteered/served as President and Chief Development Officer at Dreamcatchers for Abused Children from April 1, 2008 until she resigned on February 13, 2015. She also the creator of Dreamcatchers Talk Radio; Michigan's largest 24 hour child abuse internet radio educational network.
Lee Roberts
Lee 'Cougardawn' Roberts: Lee is s an advocate, activist, acting extra and survivor. Lee has spent much of her life dedicated to giving back to her community over the years. She has volunteered her time and talents with various non-profit organizations over her lifetime and gives of herself as she is able with God/Great Spirit guiding her journey.. Lee is an advocate of animals, children, Deaf Community, Missing/Unidentified persons and other causes that touch her heart and soul. She supports other survivors of abuse and bullying. Lee advocates for and speaks out in support of laws that will protect and aid those who are unable to speak for themselves.
On December 23, 2020 Lee and Donna created and took to the air on a new radio format, AU4H RADIO ‘Real Talk’ airing ‘LIVE’ on YouTube and podcast formats.
On July 22, 2021 Lee and her best friend and sister advocate Donna Kshir introduced a petition to make the Child Abuse Central Registry public. Their goal is to have a State Representative sponsor the amendment and present it to the House and Senate. Roberts and Kshir first introduced this amendment in 2015 following the passing of Conner's Law.
Lee was nominated for the Eagle Rare Life Award for her dedication and tireless advocacy work, received the NNPAAW Award in 2012, 2013, 2014 and is a 2016 & 2018 nominee of the Pinnacle Achievement Awards for independent authors.
Lee is also a member of the Nonfiction Authors Association, Author's Den and She Writes, the world's largest online community for women writers. For more on Lee visit her website.
On December 23, 2020 Lee and Donna created and took to the air on a new radio format, AU4H RADIO ‘Real Talk’ airing ‘LIVE’ on YouTube and podcast formats.
On July 22, 2021 Lee and her best friend and sister advocate Donna Kshir introduced a petition to make the Child Abuse Central Registry public. Their goal is to have a State Representative sponsor the amendment and present it to the House and Senate. Roberts and Kshir first introduced this amendment in 2015 following the passing of Conner's Law.
Lee was nominated for the Eagle Rare Life Award for her dedication and tireless advocacy work, received the NNPAAW Award in 2012, 2013, 2014 and is a 2016 & 2018 nominee of the Pinnacle Achievement Awards for independent authors.
Lee is also a member of the Nonfiction Authors Association, Author's Den and She Writes, the world's largest online community for women writers. For more on Lee visit her website.
