Since her son Cooper's death in 2014, she has become an activist for street safety and has spoken and written extensively on this topic. She created a non-profit organization, CooperStocksWay.org, where she is actively seeking to change the laws and driver behavior. Additionally, to honor Cooper’s love of basketball, the organization raises funds to send children in underserved communities to basketball camp. Dana is a founding member of Families For Safe Streets, whose Peer Support Network provides crash victims and bereaved families support. She also serves on the advisory board for CabRidersUnited.org, which is an group promoting safety and rights for taxi and livery passengers.