I’m Toya Smith. My work brings together stories, business, wellness, and a commitment to making a difference.
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Toya Smith is an author of eight books, entrepreneur, executive producer, and community advocate. Her work spans publishing, spring water, film and television, digital personal growth tools, and nonprofit service.
She is the founder and CEO of EAU LLC, the company behind EAU Spring Water, and the creator of Purpose in Motion by Toya. As founder and president of Making A Difference and Serving A Purpose, Inc., she carries her commitment to service into her community work.
Purpose is at the heart of the work.
Toya has been featured in 20 magazine publications highlighting her dedication to community service, philanthropy, entrepreneurship, and public leadership.
Commissioner
Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)
and Plan Commission
Toya Smith serves as a commissioner on Highland’s Board of Zoning Appeals and Plan Commission, continuing her commitment to her community through public service.
Highland Town Council · Highland, Indiana
Toya Smith made history as the first African American and the first woman in 112 years to be elected to the Highland Town Council.
Her service reflects a commitment to representation, community, and opening doors for others.
Post-Tribune · March 31, 2022
Highland Dems pick Toya Smith for empty 2nd Ward council seat; election board head breaks tie vote
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Highland Democratic Precinct Organization
Toya Smith serves as Vice Chairman of the Highland Democratic Precinct Organization.
Lake County Women’s Democratic Club
Toya Smith serves as Vice President of the Lake County Women’s Democratic Club.
Member · Legacy Foundation
Toya Smith is a member of Women in Philanthropy (WIP), a giving circle hosted by Legacy Foundation in Lake County, Indiana.
Individual philanthropists, corporate partners, and local leaders pool their resources to support lasting funding for issues affecting women, children, and families.
Learn about Women in Philanthropy ↗Hammond Boxing Club
Toya Smith serves as Treasurer of Hammond Boxing Club, supporting the club’s amateur boxing work in Hammond, Indiana.
Visit Hammond Boxing Club ↗Founded by Toya Smith, EAU LLC is the company behind EAU Spring Water. Pronounced “OH,” the brand connects hydration, wellness, and community through its message: Because It’s Needed.
Discover EAU Spring Water ↓Explore eight books by Toya Smith, from personal growth and encouragement to children’s adventures, autism awareness, and kindness.
Explore the book collection ↓A web app created to encourage reflection, personal growth, and purposeful action—bringing encouragement into everyday life.
Discover Purpose in Motion ↓Healthy Magazine is Toya Smith’s publication focused on healthy eating and a healthy lifestyle, sharing practical ideas for everyday living.
Visit Healthy Magazine ↗Founded in 2002, Toya’s nonprofit reflects her commitment to service, including autism awareness and life skills. This community organization is presented separately from her personally owned business interests.
Visit www.madsap.net ↗
Practical inspiration for eating well and caring for yourself, one everyday choice at a time.
Explore a new eight-page digital edition featuring colorful meal ideas, a lemon chickpea bowl recipe, budget-friendly shopping tips, movement and rest, and a seven-day wellness planner.
November 2026 · Digital edition · 8 pages
Visit the magazine ↗ Download PDF ↓General wellness education and inspiration. Health resources are linked inside.
Purpose in Motion by Toya
Inspired by No Permission Needed, Purpose in Motion brings encouragement, reflection, and intentional action into your everyday life.
Pause, reset, and find encouragement through affirmations.
Make space to reflect, explore your thoughts, and recognize your growth.
Turn your intentions into purposeful next steps.
Reflect. Grow. Move with purpose.
Open Purpose in Motion By Toya ↗
EAU Spring Water
EAU—pronounced “OH”—brings Toya Smith’s entrepreneurial vision to everyday hydration. From your workday to community gatherings, make room for a refreshing moment.
Because It’s Needed.
Explore EAU Spring Water ↗Discover the brand, explore available products, and find purchasing and partnership information on the EAU Spring Water website.
Visit drinkspringeau.com ↗
EAU Spring Water is a proud sponsor of City of Champions Boxing, bringing its commitment to hydration and community into the ring.
Because It’s Needed.
Stories that inspire young minds.
Pages that empower your journey.
Do what you love.
Let your purpose touch lives.
Executive production work across film and television.
2025
TOYA P SMITH
Executive Producer
The Reynaldo Rey
Documentary Story 2025
Toya Smith’s film work has received recognition for Best Executive Producer and Best Documentary.
About the festival ↗
on WLTH Radio
92.7 FM 1370 AM
Toya Smith brings community voices, meaningful conversations, and issues that matter to the airwaves.
Giving a voice to the people,
one conversation at a time.
Toya Smith’s commitment to breast cancer awareness is rooted in community, compassion, and showing up for others.
Through her advocacy, she honors survivors, supports those facing a diagnosis, and helps keep their stories at the heart of the conversation.
Behind every pink ribbon is a person whose story matters.
Coverage of Toya Smith and Natalie Ammons’ annual breast cancer celebration, recognizing Kenneth Clark as its first male honoree.
Read article on The Crusader ↗
Contributor to The Crusader Newspaper
Coverage of Toya Smith and Natalie Ammons’ annual breast cancer celebration, recognizing Kenneth Clark as its first male honoree.
Read article on The Crusader ↗A reflection on storm recovery in Northwest Indiana and the need for stronger preparedness and support for vulnerable households.
Read article on The Crusader ↗Commentary calling for legislation and emergency preparedness training to help protect students in schools and colleges.
Read article on The Crusader ↗Toya Smith’s professional credentials include a certificate in journalism from New York University (NYU), along with board certification in life coaching and clinical hypnotherapy.
Toya Smith
Toya Smith
New York University (NYU)
Licensed by the Indiana Gaming Commission for professional boxing.
Toya Smith’s professional recognition includes inclusion in Marquis Who’s Who.
About Marquis Who’s Who ↗Toya Smith is a recipient of the Shero Award and the Lake County Women’s Democratic Club’s Woman of the Year award. She was also nominated for Northwest Indiana Influential Woman for two consecutive years.
Recipient
Lake County Women’s Democratic Club
Nominated two years in a row
Combined estimated business and project value
Toya Smith estimates the combined value of her businesses and projects at approximately $900,000 as of November 2026.
This figure is a self-reported estimate, has not been independently appraised, and does not represent personal net worth. The nonprofit is a separate organization; its assets are not personal assets of its founder.