Episode Details

Matt and Macy Collins lost their four-and-a-half-year-old daughter, Hattie Jo, in 2020 when an EF4 tornado hit their home in Cookeville, Tennessee. Now, six years later, Matt joins Kerry to discuss how her legacy is honored by giving back to communities around the country through the Magnolia Foundation. Matt recalls the most heartbreaking night of his life, the pain he and his family endured, and ultimately how the Magnolia tree came to be a reminder of their love for Hattie Jo. The Magnolia Foundation aids families who've experienced the loss of a child by providing financial assistance for funeral expenses, access to licensed counseling, and long-term commemorative care. To partner, donate, or refer a family, visit themagnoliafoundation.com.