In 1997, Holly and Rodney formed the HollyRod Foundation, inspired by her father’s courageous battle with Parkinson’s disease, with the mission to help improve the quality of life of people with Parkinson’s. Then in 2005, motivated by their eldest son RJ’s autism diagnosis, HollyRod’s mission expanded to provide support and resources to those affected by an autism diagnosis.
When Cara finds her life spinning out of control, she returns to the scenic Lowcountry to visit her mother. Before long, the rhythms of the island open her heart in wonderful ways as she repairs the family beach house, becomes a bona fide "turtle lady," and renews old acquaintances long lost. Stars Minka Kelly, Andie MacDowell, Chad Michael Murray, and Makenzie Vega.
Holly’s good friend and philanthropist Leah Cher Pump asks Holly to be part of a panel of women, who will speak to a group of girls as mentors for the day. It will be the job of Holly and a few celebrity guests to talk to girls aged 12-18 and answer their questions about relationships, bullying, school, and career goals. What advice is given to the young women who attend this panel could help shape their futures, and Holly feels the pressure, so gets advice from Ryan and her Mom about how to best connect with them.
