Kept Promises
Despite not always making the right decisions, Holmes stayed strong and kept her integrity. She kept her promise of giving 10% of her earnings to charity, which ended up being $9.7 million. Part of the money used to set up another charitable organization. It’s called The Marie Holmes Foundation and is located in North Carolina.
Source: Essence
Holmes decided to mirror the foundation after her own life experience before she won the lottery. When she was a single mother working two low wage jobs to support her family. She had to leave both jobs because one of her children was suffering from cerebral palsy, and had worry about his medical bills. The Marie Holmes foundation helps provide for struggling families and underprivileged children. The charity holds large events where school supplies and toys are donated.