About Dreams Do Exist Foundation

Throughout his life, Daryl has been active in such organizations as Justice Resources of Baltimore, Broward Juvenile Detention Center in Florida, and Youth Services International in Parkville, Maryland.  His lifetime goals continue to include helping kids find their niche, and enriching lives through mentorship and youth athletic programs.  Along with Daryl’s wife, Rochelle they have established the Dreams Do Exist Foundation which provided a platform to promote young talent through hands-on guidance and mentorship with educators and professionals.

Daryl lists his daughter Taylor’s acceptance to graduate school at the University of North Florida, his son Sterling’s acceptance to Stevenson University, and his youngest son Daylin’s perfect attendance at Winand Elementary School as his proudest moments.  Daryl’s children are all growing up to be dreamers just like their dad!

In his spare time, Daryl has written his autobiography entitled, “Dreams Do Exist”, an inspirational journey for all of us.  This book is a personal recount of the struggles he encountered during his time as a minor and major league baseball player.

In 2012, Daryl also published four children’s books:
Who is Your Mentor? – illustrated by Evan Dodson
I Never Knew I Was A Bully – illustrated by Evan Dodson
Don’t Bully Me – illustrated by Darren Guest
Who Do You Want To Grow Up To Be? – illustrated by Darren Guest
Daryl’s books focus on real life lessons that are relevant to both youths and adults.

Rochelle E Smith, VP and Marketing Director for the website “Dreams Do Exist” has played an instrumental role in the creation of the website as well as establishing its parent company Deeandro, LLC.

In 2002, Rochelle graduated with honors from Johns Hopkins University, School of Professional Studies in Business and Education with a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Information Systems. She returned to school in 2007 and received a graduate certificate in Leadership and Development from Johns Hopkins University – Carey Business School. Rochelle’s ultimate goal is to continue to with her husband, Daryl C. Smith to provide support for youth and women’s programs through youth advocacy and motivational speaking engagements.

Currently, Rochelle is working on establishing a comprehensive business plan to establish a life skills institute to expand the support of youth and women’s programs through hands on experience and positive role models.

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