Community Service Initiative
Lead With H.E.A.R.T.
My commitment to a healthier, more equitable New York — and a future where no dream is limited by a zip code.
The Framework
What H.E.A.R.T. Stands For
Every letter is a pillar. Every pillar is a promise.
H stands for
Health
Expanding access to early health education, preventive care, and wellness resources so every person can build a strong foundation for their future.
E stands for
Education
Ensuring children and communities have access to quality health education, nutrition knowledge, and the information needed to make empowered decisions.
A stands for
Access
Advocating for affordable, transparent healthcare and treatment so that cost, location, and systemic barriers never stand between a person and the care they need.
R stands for
Research
Advancing solutions in women's health, medical access, and health equity through data-informed advocacy and partnerships with institutions driving change.
T stands for
Togetherness
Building strong communities through school engagement, outreach, and partnerships — because lasting health change happens when we move together.
The Why
Why Do I Advocate for a Healthier New York?
Because over half of New York adults face healthcare affordability burdens, skipping care, delaying prescriptions, or struggling to pay medical bills.
Because children are growing up without consistent access to nutritious food, health education, and care, the very foundation of their future.
Because the top causes of death in New York are largely preventable through lifestyle changes.
Because in one of the wealthiest states in the world, your health is still determined by your zip code.
Because women's health is still under-researched, underfunded, and misunderstood.
Because life-saving medicine exists, but not everyone can access or afford it.
Because no one's dreams should be limited by their zip code or their health status.
Service in Action
Community Engagement & Advocacy
20+ Appearances | 8,000+ Miles | One Mission
As Miss Heart of New York, I believe representation begins with showing up.
Over the course of my year of service, I have traveled more than 8,000 miles across New York, engaging with communities from classrooms and community centers to healthcare events, nonprofit initiatives, and public service programs. Whether implementing Food for Thought Foundation STEM and nutrition curricula, speaking on preventive healthcare, volunteering at community events, advocating for cancer awareness, or performing the National Anthem at civic celebrations, my goal has always been the same: to serve people where they are.
New York is one of the most diverse, resilient, innovative, and vibrant states in the nation. It deserves a representative who is not only visible on stage, but present in its communities — listening, learning, and leading alongside the people it serves.
Appearances Across New York
Collaboration & Change
Strategic Partnerships & Impact
Through Lead with H.E.A.R.T. (Health, Education, Access, Research, and Togetherness), I am building partnerships that expand access to healthcare, wellness resources, and preventive education throughout New York.
Education is one of the most powerful tools for improving long-term health outcomes. Through partnerships with schools and educational leaders, I am working to expand the Food for Thought Foundation's School Health Hubs, bringing hydroponic growing systems, nutrition education, STEM learning, and fresh produce directly into schools and communities that need them most. These hubs empower students to become leaders in health, sustainability, and innovation while providing tangible resources to families.
Healthcare should be accessible, affordable, and available when people need it most. DispatchHealth's innovative model of delivering same-day medical care directly to patients' homes aligns closely with my vision for the future of healthcare. As a healthcare innovator, I am passionate about advancing solutions that reduce unnecessary emergency room visits, increase access to care, and bring healthcare beyond hospital walls and into our communities.
Working to connect New Yorkers with resources that improve everyday health outcomes, including healthcare navigation, wellness opportunities, healthy food initiatives, and community-based support services. Through this partnership, we can help families access resources that contribute to healthier lives and stronger communities.
Cancer advocacy is deeply personal to me. After witnessing the impact cancer had on my own family, I became committed to advancing awareness, research, and patient support. Through the American Cancer Society, I hope to help promote earlier detection, increased access to care, and continued investment in the development of faster, more effective, and more affordable cancer treatments and therapeutics.
As the Miss America Organization's national philanthropic partner, the American Heart Association aligns directly with my commitment to preventive healthcare. Through heart health education, CPR and AED awareness initiatives, nutrition advocacy, and active living programs, I aim to empower New Yorkers to take proactive steps toward better health before a crisis ever occurs.
Building a Healthier New York
Together, these partnerships support a common vision: a New York where healthcare is more accessible, education creates opportunity, preventive care is prioritized, and every community has the resources needed to thrive.
From school health hubs and nutrition education to at-home healthcare services and disease prevention initiatives, my goal is to create sustainable, measurable impact that extends far beyond my year of service as Miss Heart of New York.