The tragedy also sparked a surge in fundraising for pool safety nonprofits. A GoFundMe campaign started by one of Kiser’s close friends has already surpassed $250,000, with donors writing messages like “For Jace, and for every child who deserves to grow up safe.” Kiser has pledged to direct these funds toward community programs that provide free pool fencing and safety lessons for families in need.
In an exclusive interview with Good Morning America, Kiser revealed the moment she decided to take legal action. “At first, I didn’t want to relive the pain in a courtroom,” she said. “But when I learned that this same company had been sued before for similar safety failures, I knew I had to fight.” That revelation, backed by public court records, became a turning point in the case.
Meanwhile, her TikTok presence has shifted. While she still posts occasional updates, her content now focuses heavily on safety awareness. One viral clip shows her installing a new self-closing gate around her pool while explaining the importance of multiple protective layers. “It’s not about living in fear,” she tells viewers in the video. “It’s about giving your kids every possible chance.” The post was shared by Children’s Safety Network, further amplifying the message.
Her grief turned into action. Watching Emilie use her platform for change has been incredible to see. 🙏— Aaron M. (@aaronmupdates) August 9, 2025
The case’s outcome has been hailed as a watershed moment by child safety advocates. Organizations like National Swimming Pool Foundation and Safe Kids Worldwide are now calling for federal legislation mandating uniform safety standards for all residential pools. In interviews, several lawmakers indicated they may introduce such measures in the next congressional session, citing Kiser’s case as evidence of the urgent need for reform.
Despite her legal victory, Kiser remains clear-eyed about the road ahead. “Winning in court doesn’t erase the pain,” she told People magazine in a follow-up interview. “But it gives me the power to help others. And that’s what I’ll keep doing — for Jace, for his sister, for every family who loves their kids enough to fight for their safety.”
