Every donation has the power to save a life!
My passion for the American Heart Association began with someone very close to my heart; my cousin, Maia. She was born with a congenital heart defect and underwent open-heart surgery in early childhood. Watching my family experience the uncertainty and fear that came with her diagnosis showed me just how precious every heartbeat truly is. Today, Maia is thriving, and her journey is the reason I have dedicated my platform to ensuring more families have stories filled with hope.
I have made heart health advocacy one of my life's missions. Through the American Heart Association, I've volunteered at heart health events, educated students and community members about cardiovascular health, encouraged others to learn CPR, and even met with Massachusetts legislators to advocate for making CPR education a requirement for high school graduation so more people are prepared to save a life when every second counts.
Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in women, yet so many lives can be saved through education, research, early prevention, and quick action. That's why I'm committed to growing awareness throughout my community and inspiring others to become advocates for heart health.
Every dollar donated through this fundraiser supports the American Heart Association's lifesaving mission while I continue reaching schools, community organizations, and events to educate others and expand this movement. Whether your gift is $5, $50, or $500, you are making a meaningful difference and helping create healthier futures for families across our communities.
From the bottom of my heart, thank you for believing in this cause. Together, we can honor stories like Maia's, protect countless others, and ensure that more heartbeats continue for generations to come. ❤️
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Miss America and Miss America's Teen National Scholarships are awarded by a separate non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, the Miss America's Scholarship Foundation Inc. This collaboration provides funds for national awards, and in addition, both Miss America's/Miss America's Teen State Scholarships and the American Heart Association's Go Red for Women movement. The American Heart Association's Go Red for Women is Miss America's Scholarship Foundation's national health thought leader. All above mentioned entities are 501(c)(3) organizations and all donations to this campaign are fully tax-deductible per IRS regulations.
