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Enriching Women’s Lives

Giving back to our local communities in support of women and their families has been at the center of our business since the beginning. Through our four company-sponsored foundations and our partners we provide monetary and product donations to organizations in the markets we do business around the world. 

Pink Changing Lives Program: Giving Back is a Beautiful Thing

At Mary Kay, we put our purpose in action. Our global efforts to support women and their families are guided by Pink Changing Lives®, a multifaceted giving approach focused on empowering women, strengthening families, protecting our most precious resources and creating safer, healthier communities for cancer and domestic violence survivors to thrive. We strive to create positive change that lasts for generations all around the world.

$ 234 MILLION DONATED globally through monetary and in-kind donations since 1996.

Women’s Empowerment: Empowering Women. Strengthening Communities

At Mary Kay, empowering women is the foundation for lasting impact. Our programs are designed to nurture leadership, spark entrepreneurship and support personal and economic growth. By investing in women’s education, independence and opportunity, we help build stronger communities and advance a more equitable, sustainable future for all.

600K+ WOMEN positively impacted globally through women’s empowerment initiatives.
Women’s Empowerment

Future of STEM: Inspiring Future Women Leaders

With an impressive 64% female global R&D team[1], Mary Kay is proud to champion women who are leading through curiosity, innovation and ambition. By encouraging young women to pursue STEM pathways and surrounding them with visible role models, hands‑on experiences and sustained support, Mary Kay is helping the next generation build confidence in their abilities and clarity about their futures. This commitment reflects our broader mission to enrich women’s lives and expand opportunities for women to lead, discover and dream boldly.

[1]  Women Representation and Leadership at Mary Kay (May 2026).

64% MARY KAY GLOBAL R&D team members are female.

Company-Sponsored Foundations

Our four company-sponsored foundations around the world dedicate support to enriching women’s lives. The four foundations are regional and include Mary Kay Ash Foundation (U.S.), Mary Kay Ash Charitable Foundation (Canada), Instituto Mary Kay (Brazil) and five Mary Kay China funds.