Hope in the Fight KY began as my Miss America Community Service Initiative, but it quickly became something much more personal. After watching both my aunt and my grandmother walk through the fight against breast cancer  seeing the strength it required and the emotional weight it carried  I knew this was more than just a project. It was a calling placed on my heart.

I saw firsthand how difficult treatment can be, not only physically but emotionally. I also saw how meaningful small acts of encouragement can be during that journey. That realization inspired the creation of Pink Packs and the broader mission of Hope in the Fight KY.

What continues to inspire me is witnessing the impact. Seeing hospital baskets regularly used, hearing how encouragement notes brighten someone’s day, and knowing that even one person feels less alone because of this work is what keeps me going.

At the heart of Hope in the Fight KY is one simple belief: no one should have to fight breast cancer feeling unseen, unsupported, or alone. If we can bring even a small measure of hope, comfort, or awareness to someone’s journey, then we are making a difference that truly matters. Thank you for your support.