One World, One Future
As an 18-year-old social entrepreneur and the founder of my own 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, I’m passionate about spotlighting changemakers from around the world. Through my podcast, I give these incredible individuals a platform to share how they’re making the world a better place, one step at a time. If you’re someone who’s creating positive change in your community and would like to be featured, I’d love to connect with you! Visit www.sargeantsarmy.org to learn more and get in touch.
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My journey with the Miss America Opportunity began nearly a decade ago when, at just fourteen, I was a young girl seeking confidence, purpose, and stability. I found all of that—and more—through this program. As Miss Kentucky’s Teen 2017, I earned the Miss America’s Teen Presidential Scholarship and pursued a degree in Musical Theatre at The University of Alabama. Surrounded by fellow titleholders who became lifelong friends, I ste...
Lucille Esler is a 14-year-old titleholder proudly representing Gloversville, New York, as Miss Niagara’s Teen. A student at Gloversville High School, Lucille is a dedicated scholar and community leader with aspirations of becoming a radiologist.
Her Community Service Initiative, “Life With Theodorable: Supporting Autistic Individuals and Their Families,” reflects her passion for inclusion and advocacy. As the founder of this initia...
Kynlee Schultheis, Miss Oklahoma’s Teen, is a sixteen year old sophomore at Epic Charter Schools. She is a nationally awarded competitive dancer with South Tulsa Dance Co. As Miss Oklahoma’s Teen she has received over $19,000 in cash scholarships during this year competing in the Miss America’s Teen Opportunity. Kynlee represented Oklahoma at the Miss America’s Teen competition and was named as a top 11 semi-finalist.
As a proud adv...
Chapel Tinius, 24, is a Bowling Green, KY native and daughter of Jim and Dana Tinius. Inspired by her two WWII veteran grandfathers, she created her Community Service Initiative: Operation Gratitude – For the Fallen, For the Fighting, For the Veterans. Her first project began at age six, collecting books and VHS tapes for deployed soldiers. She later received her grandfather’s Purple Heart, a symbol of the sacrifice she seeks to ho...
Ariana is a dedicated advocate, speaker, titleholder, and changemaker working to transform the foster care system. Originally from Bardstown, KY, she is a sophomore at the University of Kentucky, pursuing dual degrees in Social Work and Psychology to further her mission of supporting young adults aging out of foster care.
Her lived experience in the foster system fuels her passion for systemic change. She serves as a Federal Childre...
Juliette is the reigning Miss Environment England and will proudly represent her country this June in the Philippines at Miss Environment International. She is passionate about raising awareness around the impact of fast fashion and uses her voice to advocate for sustainable choices. Juliette also hosts The Lesbian Lounge, a podcast available on all streaming platforms.
To follow Juliette for more content, check her out on social m...
Mia Vanessa, proudly known as Mia Fly Girl, is a Filipina Cambodian-American trailblazer making waves in pageantry, philanthropy, and the arts. A former International Junior Miss Jr. Teen 2022–2023 and the reigning Miss Westchase Florida Teen USA 2025, Mia brings over five years of experience as a celebrated international, national, and state titleholder.
Beyond the crown, she is a published author, dancer with the Philippines Perfo...
Olivia Andrews, Miss Nelson County 2025, is proud to champion her Miss America Service Initiative: Maestra — Empowering Women to Step Up to the Podium. Through Maestra, Olivia is committed to increasing representation and leadership opportunities for women in conducting and music education.
She brings her initiative to life daily as a student teacher with the Floyd Central High School Choirs, where she recently launched a student le...
Ericka Adams is the reigning Royal International Ms. and a proud Air Force veteran and volunteer firefighter. With a deep commitment to empowering young women, Ericka combines her extensive career experiences and passion for learning new skills to inspire girls to explore careers in the trades. Through her hands-on instructional videos and the creation of a scholarship for young girls pursuing trade careers, Ericka is dedicated to ...
Miss Texas Annette Addo-Yobo makes history as the first American immigrant titleholder to become Miss Texas. During her year of service, Annettte will pursue advocacy for her community service initiative, The S.P.A.R.K. Project: Autism Safety, Awareness, and Education. In conjunction with her philanthropic efforts, Annette has graduated with a Masters of Business Administration at Lamar University as a stepping stone in her aspirat...
Peyton Bolling, Miss America's Teen 2025, is a high school senior, civics advocate, and academic achiever with a passion for service and leadership. As the daughter of a U.S. Marine Corps Colonel, Peyton has a deep appreciation for the sacrifices made by military families and a profound love for her country. Her father’s multiple deployments inspired her to foster unity within her community and promote civic participation and ...
Abbie Stockard, Miss America 2025, is a 22-year-old dancer, choreographer, and proud Alabama native. A senior at Auburn University, she is a member of the Tiger Paws Dance Team and a dedicated student in Auburn’s College of Nursing. With plans to pursue a career as a pediatric nurse, Abbie will fully fund her education using the $89,000 in scholarships she earned through the Miss America Opportunity.
Abbie’s commitment to service ex...
At just 15 years old, Arsh Pal is an artist and philanthropist dedicated to making a difference through creativity and compassion. His journey began at the age of 8 when he discovered a passion for art while exploring various hobbies. Acrylic painting, mixed media, and pencil sketches quickly became his favorite mediums, and he started sharing his artwork with friends and family.
His inspiration for giving back came from visits to t...
Over the next few weeks leading up to the exciting launch of Season 5, we’ll be revisiting some of our all-time favorite episodes from the past four seasons. This special throwback series, is our chance to reflect on the incredible moments and inspiring voices that have shaped our journey so far.
For the third episode in this mini-series, we’re throwing it back to a conversation with Jack Kosakowski, a leader who’s redefining the wa...
Over the next few weeks leading up to the exciting launch of Season 5, we’ll be revisiting some of our all-time favorite episodes from the past four seasons. This special throwback series, “Way Back Wednesday,” is our chance to reflect on the incredible moments and inspiring voices that have shaped our journey so far.
For the second episode in this mini-series, we’re revisiting a conversation with a true force for good—Asha Curran. ...
Over the next few weeks leading up to the exciting launch of Season 5, we’ll be revisiting some of our all-time favorite episodes from the past four seasons. This special throwback series, “Way Back Wednesday,” is our chance to reflect on some of the incredible moments and stories that have defined our journey so far.
To kick off this mini-series, we’re taking it all the way back to where it started with a fan-favorite from Season 1...
Heather French Henry is a multifaceted professional with expertise in authorship, product design, strategy, and media. With over 23 years of experience, she has worked extensively with organizations and government entities at local, state, and national levels. Heather rose to national prominence as Miss America 2000, leveraging her platform and family experience to advocate for military veterans.
In her roles as deputy commissi...
Bowling Green Native, Rachel Counts, is a 20 year old student of the University of Louisville school of nursing. In September she was crowned as Miss South Central Kentucky 2024, and will be competing for the Job and title of Miss Kentucky in just a few short weeks.
Rachel is a Bowling Green High school graduate class of 2021, and will graduate from the university of Louisville in May of 2025 with a bachelors of science in nursing. ...
Content warning: This story contains references to suicide. If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide and needs support now, call or text 988 or chat with the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988lifeline.org.
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About Taylor:
A suicide prevention advocate with a love for the military as Navy veteran soon to return back to the armed forces as a Naval Jag Officer. As ...
In honor of season four starting back up, let's take a trip down memory lane to season one with Ryan Hickman's inspiring episode. Recorded in 2021, this conversation highlights Ryan's incredible mission to make a positive impact on the environment through recycling. While some facts shared in this episode may be out of date, the passion and dedication Ryan brings to his cause remain timeless. Join us as we revisit th...
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