Cavett Kids Foundation

Let's welcome Ashley Simpson!

Ashley will share how the Cavett Kids Foundation is empowering children with chronic and life-threatening illnesses to build character, develop coping skills, and form connections through their programs. She'll also highlight how partnering with organizations like Bricktown Rotary Club helps to expand their impact and create even more life-changing experiences for these incredible Oklahoma kids.

Ashley Simpson serves as the Executive Director of the Cavett Kids Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering children and youth with chronic and life-threatening illnesses to thrive beyond their diagnosis. Her journey with Cavett Kids began in 2012 as an intern providing art therapy services at Oklahoma Children’s Hospital, where she witnessed firsthand the healing power of connection and creativity. After joining the team as Program Director, Ashley was named Executive Director in 2018. Under her leadership, Cavett Kids has expanded its programs and reach across Oklahoma, improving the lives of thousands each year through medically supported camps, programs, and hospital outreach services.

Born and raised in Tulsa, Ashley earned her Bachelor of Arts from Oklahoma State University and dual master’s degrees in Counseling Psychology and Art Therapy from Southwestern College in Santa Fe, New Mexico. A nationally licensed Art Therapist (ATR), she brings both professional expertise and heartfelt vision to her leadership. Her work has earned wide recognition—Cavett Kids was named Nonprofit of the Year for three consecutive years by OKCYP (OKC Young Professionals) and won the Crystal Milestone award. While Ashley has been honored among OKC’s 50 Most Influential Young Professionals and voted one of Oklahoma City’s Most Powerful Young Professionals for five consecutive years. She was also featured among Hundred Magazine’s “Top 100 Wildly Capable Women” which honors not just achievements but a woman’s character.

Grounded in the belief that every child deserves to feel accepted, supported, and never alone in their battle, Ashley has led the mission of Cavett Kids for over 13 years with authenticity and a deep commitment to community impact. She lives in Edmond, Oklahoma with her husband, Devin, and their three pets (two Golden Retrievers and a cat)—Finn, Andy, and Zazu— and enjoys painting, traveling, boating, time at Lake Eufaula, and cheering on OSU sports all while still campaigning for adding another Golden Retriever to the family.