Shirley Raines, the visionary founder and CEO of the nonprofit Beauty 2 The Streetz, has died at 58.
According to Fox News, the organization dedicated to helping the homeless in Los Angeles, Las Vegas and San Diego, announced Raines death in an Instagram post on Wednesday, January 28.
"This loss is devastating to the entire Beauty 2 The Streetz team, the communities we serve, and the countless individuals whose lives were forever changed by Ms. Shirley’s love, generosity, and selfless service. Her legacy will continue to live on through the work she started and the hearts she touched," the organization said.
TMZ reports Shirley was found unresponsive next to her bed in her Henderson home during a wellness check on Tuesday night.
The mother of six balanced a 26-year career in medical billing with a mission to provide food, hygiene kits, and beauty services to those living on the streets.
Her work earned her the title of CNN’s 2021 Hero of the Year and the NAACP's 2025 Social Media Personality award.
Beauty 2 The Streetz stocked the campus pantry, ensuring students have access to free groceries. Her food truck also serves hot meals to students at no charge.
Shirley said she wants students to know that even during challenging times, they are cared for and help is available.
