Callie
Chapman
At 17, I'm a storyteller, filmmaker, author, speaker, and the founder of Glitter for a Cause. I believe stories can do more than entertain. They can inspire people to act. What began as a children's book series has grown into a movement that has raised more than $21,500 for children's hospitals, donated hundreds of books through Family Court partnerships, and inspired students through school visits, educator conferences, and the Glitter for a Cause Kindness Challenge. My goal is simple: to help young people realize they are never too small to make a difference.
I'm passionate about using storytelling, creativity, and service to make a difference. Whether I'm writing books, making films, speaking to students, or leading Glitter for a Cause, I hope every project encourages someone to believe they can create positive change.
Creating films that explore kindness, courage, and the power of ordinary people to make an extraordinary impact.
Award-winning author of the Glitter the Unicorn series, with books read in 48 states and several countries while raising more than $21,500 for children's hospitals.
Inspiring 5,000+ students and educators through school visits, author events, and keynote presentations, including the Alabama Literacy Association Conference.
Leading Glitter for a Cause, a growing movement that encourages young people to create kindness in their communities through books, service, and the Kindness Challenge.
"Dream big. You are never too small to do big things.Be kind. Be happy. Be yourself."
Ten years of dreaming big, measured in real impact.
Every check, hand-delivered. Every dollar, art supplies.
100% of book proceeds fund art therapy at Children's of Alabama. To date, I've given $20,000 to Children's of Alabama and $1,500 to Children's Hospital New Orleans, every check hand-delivered.
- Jun 2018 · Age 8$1,500
Children's Hospital New Orleans
- Oct 2025 · Age 15$20,000
Children's of Alabama, Art Therapy
- And countingThe next chapter →
From a school art contest to a Manhattan billboard.
At 7, I wrote Glitter the Unicorn for my elementary school's Expressions Art Contest. Years later, the NYC Big Book Award put me on a Times Square billboard. The proof is right there above Pelé Soccer.
Explore the work.
Six titles, picture books, coloring books, adventures from the beach to the moon.
$21,500+ raised
100% of proceeds fund art therapy at Children's of Alabama and books for Family Court.
Take the leap
The Greystone belly flop story behind trying new things.
Press
CBS 42 · BhamNow · KidNuz
The Kindness Kit
Free downloadable kindness pledge for classrooms, counselors and parents.
Barnes & Noble · The Summit
A day of stories, filling Family Court's book vending machines.
AL Woman of the Year
Future Leader Award · plus YouthServe Impact Award & AFP Young Philanthropist.