As Miss Kansas USA 2021, no one prepared me for just how much I would love this job. I have the opportunity to visit wonderful organizations that are doing amazing things for the community. Recently, I visited Operation Breakthrough and…
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Every day is a second chance, but for those escaping trafficking, a new beginning is everything. Join me in the 2nd Annual Virtual #RaceForHer to end trafficking. Early bird registration is open at a discount! All participants will receive a…
Working to break the cycle of hunger with The Chiefs Womens Organization & Harvesters. There are 100 thousand food insecure CHILDREN in the Kansas & Missouri counties that Harvester’s serves. No one should have to wonder where their next meal…
Hunger exists in every county in our nation. In Kansas and Missouri, there are hungry people living in sparsely-populated rural counties, suburban communities and urban centers. Due to the pandemic, 323,660 people may be food insecure—That is 12.4 percent of…
Trafficking ravages the lives of 40M+ people around the world. It’s a $150 million+ industry—the largest in the world. Together, we can make progress towards ending modern day slavery. We must END IT. New Friends New Life restores and empowers those…
I’m a huge animal lover. As a little girl, my nickname was Ellie May after the animal obsessed tv character. That’s why I’m grateful for the Great Plains SPCA and the incredible work they are doing. Rescue animals, like people,…
Do you ever get “hangry?” I know I do! Knowing kids go hungry every day and that we can do something about it is a huge motivator. Time flew by while I helped pack 500 meals and heard about the…
It seems so basic-but it’s not. I tried going without the basics for just a day to see what so many people in our community experience, and I couldn’t do it. I didn’t even last a day. One of my…
At The Golden Scoop they empower special needs heroes to succeed far beyond what most people think is possible. Remember to never underestimate, under value, or put limitations on people. The Golden Scoop employs 21 Superstars and has 18 on the…
I had the best time emceeing the KidsTLC fashion show! KidsTLC transforms the lives of children and families experiencing mental and behavioral health challenges, developmental trauma, and autism. They foster an environment where children feel safe, secure, and learn to…