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Discover what’s possible when purpose meets action.

C.R.O.W.N. of Health

C.R.O.W.N. of Health isn’t just a title. It’s a movement built for students, leaders, and changemakers who care about doing more in their schools and communities. Whether you're starting a garden, mentoring younger kids, applying for research programs, or just trying to make your voice heard, this page is where it starts. I’ve pulled together the same tools and opportunities that helped shape my journey. Now they're yours too.

Community

Health starts with connection. From school visits to back-to-school drives, I believe in meeting people where they are and creating spaces for wellness conversations that matter.

Research

I’ve worked with institutions like Mayo Clinic and the University of Florida to explore what drives health inequities and how we can change them. Research helps us move from awareness to action.

Outreach

Outreach means showing up. Whether it’s reading my children’s book in classrooms or hosting local wellness events, I aim to make health education accessible and relatable for all ages.

Wellness

As a cheerleader for 17 years, wellness was my foundation. Today, I continue to prioritize mental, physical, and emotional well-being through preventive care, movement, rest, and joy.

Nutrition

From promoting school lunches to sharing tips on mindful eating, I’m passionate about helping kids and families understand the power of food in shaping lifelong health.

Boys & Girls Club

Through CROWN of Health, I’ve partnered with Boys & Girls Clubs across Northeast Florida to lead wellness workshops, host book readings, and launch CROWN Ambassadors in local chapters. From back-to-school drives to garden days, this partnership brings health education directly to students where they already feel safe and seen.

Learn more about the Clubs

Feeding Florida

Proceeds from The Not So Perfect Garden Project have helped provide over 10,000 meals through Feeding Florida. This partnership connects literacy and nutrition, proving that small actions, like buying a book, can create real change in how families access food.

See how meals are delivered

PBS Kids

Visit PBS Kids online

In partnership with PBS Kids Jacksonville, we donated 100 books to local Head Start programs and featured my Sunshine mentees on the PBS podcast and website. Their voices brought the story to life and reminded kids everywhere that their health matters too.

The Not-So-Perfect

Garden Project

Explore the book and impact

This book began as a story for two of my mentees and grew into the foundation of the CROWN of Health initiative. The Not So Perfect Garden teaches kids about friendship, food, and feeling seen—and has now reached hundreds of students across Florida. Thanks to the support of organizations like Kids Hope Alliance, VyStar Bank, PBS Kids, Central Fairfax Community Association, and The Resistance Book Café, over 750 books have been sponsored for local youth or distributed through pop-up events and school visits.

Community Gardens

Support local garden programs

C.R.O.W.N. of Health supports community gardening as a way to teach students about nutrition, sustainability, and access. From planting events to local harvests, these gardens are where healthy habits grow and neighbors come together.

Programs That Shaped My Journey

These are some of the incredible opportunities that have helped me grow as a student leader, researcher, and advocate. You can apply too!

Ribault Get R.A.W.

As a high school junior, I

co-founded Get R.A.W., a student-led health club that promoted our school-based center through peer education, wellness, and access to care in underserved communities.

University of Florida Cheerleader

Cheering for the University of Florida taught me how to lead with visibility, connect with diverse audiences, and represent something greater than myself—all while staying healthy and grounded.

Advocacy on

Capitol Hill

In Washington, D.C., I met with Senator Rubio’s staff to advocate for school-based health centers and support H.R. 2075. This opportunity was made possible by a scholarship from Wolfson Children’s Hospital.

The Miss America Opportunity

Competing for Miss Florida through the Miss America Opportunity has given me a platform to champion health equity statewide. It's about so much more than a crown, it's about community impact.

Mayo Clinic CRISP

Through the Mayo Clinic Clinical Research Study Internship, I conducted transplant research and earned a scholarship to present at a national conference. This shaped my passion for health systems and equity.

University of Florida Research Assistant

As a student researcher at UF, I discovered how powerful data, curiosity, and purpose can be in driving change. From health equity to clinical studies, research became a way for me to ask better questions and find better solutions.