Momma Ashley Rose/Jason DeShazo has been a family-friendly drag performer for over two decades. Her shows and events are safe for all ages. She occupies her time as a philanthropist, public speaker, activist, singer-songwriter, drag performer, and more! Over the years, Momma has spoken to political leaders and advocated for LGBTQ+ youth and families. She is the founder and president of Rose Dynasty Foundation Inc., a nonprofit organization based in Central Florida that operates nationwide. Momma has also raised almost a million dollars for charities across the country. She creates safe spaces for all ages through performances, visual arts, story times, conferences, festivals, pageants, etc.
Momma also teaches diversity and inclusion to businesses, universities, and more. She networks with many communities, bringing people together from all walks of life. Furthermore, she created the Miss Rose Dynasty pageant, the first and only local family-friendly, charity-based drag pageant. This year, Momma and her team are partnering with Pineapple Healthcare to open the Rose Dynasty Center, the first LGBTQ+ center in Polk County, Florida. She mentors LGBTQ+ youth and families while spreading the message everyone is Loved, Accepted, and Wanted!
You can find her on Instagram (@mommaashleyrose) and Facebook (Momma Ashley Rose).
If you would like to learn more about all the great work Rose Dynasty Foundation Inc. is doing, you can visit their website (www.rosedynasty.org).