2015 American Dream Royalty

Thursday, April 14, 2016

State Queen Sightings


Mrs. Florida Elite had the honor of Singing the National Anthem at the opening of the Marine Corp Foundation golf tournament April 8, 2016. Here are her words:
I still shake my head in amazement with each invitation such as this. Thank you All who serve and have served and defend our powerful nation. God bless you.

Wednesday, April 13, 2016

State Queen Sightings


Mrs. Florida Elite had the Honor of opening for SolisBravo Saturday night here at the historic Ritz (Wayne Densch Theater).  https://youtu.be/_C9VHIcVKbQ

The SB band puts on the classiest, most professional and entertaining show. An evening that will be reminiscent of the days Big Bands with true talent took the stage. ‪#‎solisbravo‬ #‎Americandreampageant‬  The theatre is nearly sold out. The ticket proceeds benefited Wounded Officer's Initiative.

Tuesday, April 12, 2016

State Queen Sightings

From Mrs. New York:
Today was so amazing!
That is me with Brian Shapiro New York state director for the Human Society of the United States. I was able to speak to my assembly member and Senator at the State Capitol in Albany about the bills to protect animals we want passed in New York!

Monday, April 11, 2016

State Queen Achievements


From Miss Florida:

Words cannot describe how incredibly blessed and honored I am to have been chosen to be Disney's Shining Star representing all high schools in Lake County. I am so thankful for all the support and encouragement through my high school career which has been a big influence in leading me to this point.

Saturday, April 9, 2016

State Queen Sightings


Miss Illinois volunteered at Spin to Break the Cycle at the House of Blues in Chicago!

Friday, April 8, 2016

International Pageant Day!


Miss Ohio commemorated International Pageant Day by letting others know why she's involved in pageants!  Here's what she had to say:
Celebrating International Pageant Day today! For those of you wondering why I do pageants here's a short list.
1. It's fun. I love the competitive nature and the sportsmanship. After losing my ability to cheer I am so glad I was able to find something to fill the void.
2. The cause. Spreading awareness for disabilities is something I've done forever. Having a crown just makes people listen better.
3. Because I can. I won't let anyone put me down because of what I love. It's not about being the prettiest and I certainly am not stupid. I will always fight those stereotypes. ‪#‎internationalpageantday‬ ‪#‎pageantgirl‬ ‪#‎love‬ ‪#‎missohio‬ ‪#‎missamericandream‬ ‪#‎missnationwide‬

Monday, April 4, 2016

State Queen Sightings


Mrs. Florida Elite had a fantastic time on a photo shoot with Larry Oskin.

Sunday, April 3, 2016

State Queen Sightings



#wheresmsmaryland

Performing stand-up comedy in Timonium, MD. This was a dream come true for me! I made my first debut on stage doing stand-up comedy and it felt really good. It was such a great experience for me to be able to celebrate my life with the audience while also making them laugh. I met and bonded with a lot of other great up and coming comedians and can’t wait to see them on stage again. It is an experience that I will never forget.

Thursday, March 31, 2016

State Queen Sightings

Mrs. North Carolina had the honor of being a judge with my husband at the state qualifying Sunburst Beauty Pageant. She met some beautiful and adorable girls and young ladies. They had so much fun!!!

Wednesday, March 30, 2016

Tiaras of Hope is Looking for You!!

From Mrs. Florida Elite:

The search is on! 

YOU could be a conduit to bring sparkly moments of joy as you see in these photos.

We have launched the Tiaras of Hope National Ambassador search.We are searching for 50 Ambassadors to help bring Tiaras of Hope around the nation to those in need of 'Cinderella Moment".

Pageant Sisters and Directors please check this out:
www.tiarasofhopeprogram.com/




Tuesday, March 29, 2016

State Queen Sightings and Acheivements


Words can not describe what this day has meant to me. Today was the first day my amazing daughter Sarah, a.k.a. Miss Florida American Achievement, and I made "Sister Queen" appearance together. I can not believe that we will have a year to reign side by side, sharing our message of Hope.
Thank you Abracadabra foundation for allowing me the Privilege of being your keynote speaker. I do not take an opportunity such as this lightly. The look in each young ladies eye's has transformed my life.
Thank you Sandy Wooster for all you do! I think it's time for your coronation!

Mrs. Florida Elite was also honored by the Abracadabra Foundation for her continued support.

Monday, March 28, 2016

State Queen Sightings

From Mrs. Florida Elite:

Today I had the HONOR of crowning Minneola former Mayor May as her family and friends surrounded her on her 103rd Birthday.
What a thrill it was to Sing "The Glory of Love" for her.
Photography By Larry Oskin of Art Beautique, Clermont, FL
Reigning as Mrs. Florida Elite American Dream and continuing with my Tiaras of Hope Program is privilege that I do NOT take lightly.

 

Friday, March 25, 2016

State Queen Sightings

Mrs. New York's platform is about ending animal abuse and puppy mills.  She does this by volunteering with Molly's Wish.  Molly's Wish educates the public, provides a safe haven for animals rescued and advocate to change laws and legislation.

Find out more by visiting their website www.mollyswish.org.

Thursday, March 24, 2016

State Queens Rockin' the Vote!




Ms. Illinois and Miss Ohio let their voices be heard when they voted in the primary elections in their respective states last week.  Every vote counts!!

If you need to register to vote visit www.usa.gov/register-to-vote


Wednesday, March 23, 2016

State Queen Sightings

From Mrs. North Carolina:
Just found my favorite place on earth!!! The Blind Cat Rescue and Sanctuary!!! This place is amazing. They take in the cats that are deemed unadoptable. The cats that are blind, FIV or even FELV positive. These cats would be put down quickly in shelters. Here they get all the proper medical care they need and a forever home. This rescue is not like any I have ever seen. These cats are truly loved and finally home. I will be volunteering there weekly and donating monthly. Please check out this amazing place at www.blindcatrescue.com!!! They have live webcams in every room 24/7 so you can see these amazing cats and how they are cared for.
         

Tuesday, March 22, 2016

State Queen Sightings


 Mr. and Mrs. New York looked festive as they attended the St. Patrick's Day Parade last week.

Monday, March 21, 2016

State Queen Sightings

Mrs. Florida Elite walked in the Live Out Loud Charity Fashion show in NYC!!  


After that, she continued to spread the Florida Sunshine throughout the city.



Tuesday, March 8, 2016

State Queen Sightings


#wheresmsmaryland

She was at Maryland Public Television!

Ms. Maryland American Dream 2016 visited the Maryland Public Television station aka “MPT” on March 5th 2016. MPT is part of a network of public television stations stretching from Maryland to DC and is a member of the public broadcasting service. MPT is a non-profit corporation depending on donor support for contributions. She was so happy to observe what it felt like to be a producer for a day including the way the cameras worked, what the hosts do when on air, and how the volunteers handle phone calls for donor support. It was a wonderful experience as she is an avid supporter of Maryland Public Television and will definitely be back to experience it again.

Monday, March 7, 2016

State Queen Sightings


These babies were happy to have Ms. Illinois supporting their cause and it was only right for her to be apart, they're helping homeless women and children battling cancer. ...

Wednesday, March 2, 2016

State Queen Sightings


Miss Ohio got to judge the sunburst beauty pageant in Cincinnati this past weekend. She had a great time going back to where it all started.

Saturday, February 27, 2016

State Queen Sightings


Mrs. New York attended a benefit for the Veteran's Outreach Center in Watertown last night.

Friday, February 26, 2016

State Queen Sightings


#wheresmsmaryland

@INNterim….an organization that helps homeless mothers and their children by providing them with the assistance they need to transition back to their respective communities. If you would like to help or find out more about this great organization…please visit their website at http://www.innterim.org/how-can-i-help/

Thursday, February 25, 2016

State Queen Sightings

Mrs. New York helped out at a fundraiser for the American Diabetes Association at Bull in Bear.

Tuesday, February 23, 2016

State Queen Sightings

#wheresmsmaryland

Ms. Maryland was so honored to volunteer her services on Sunday at Cherie Amour for their bridal show. All bridal dresses are donated items which are sold for less than half the original cost. When you make a purchase at any of their stores, you are helping low income individuals get jobs.


Friday, February 19, 2016

State Queen Sightings

Mrs. Florida Elite started Valentines Day off by giving back.

Blessed.. Totally blessed to have the privilege of crowing these special paws of honor. Today I presented the first Ambassador of Hope Award to Kirby Family. They are a remarkable couple giving back 365 to this community.
Humbled as Ellen of Dream Acres presented me with the Paws of Honor award.  Touched by meeting, Allen. Robin and Mandy of Fighting for our Heroes.
What a tremendous way to begin this day of celebrating Love.

Thursday, February 18, 2016

State Queens on the Airwaves

Mrs. Florida Elite had the pleasure of being interviewed on the Get Fit Feel Fabulous with Britt Podcast this past weekend.  Here's what she had to say:

I had a the delightful pleasure of being on "Get Fit and Fabulous with Britt" 
Blogtalkradio.com
If you missed the interview, it will be archived. Britt Allen is quite the inspirational Woman. You all will be thrilled I introduced her to you.

Britt, you are a remarkable Woman and it is a gift to call you my friend.

You can here the interview by clicking the link below:
http://www.blogtalkradio.com/writestream/2016/02/13/get-fit-feel-fabulous-with-britt-mrs-central-florida-dianne-garvis

Wednesday, February 17, 2016

State Queen Sightings


Ms. Maryland American Dream 2016, volunteering at Maryland New Directions providing closet management services. Maryland New Directions is an organization that provides jobs and skills training to low income Baltimore City residents seeking employment. To facilitate this process, they also provide these men and women with business suits to dress for work interviews and help them to build a professional work wardrobe.

Tuesday, February 16, 2016

Beauty and Achievement run in the Family

Congratulations to the new Miss Florida American Achievement 2016, who happens to be our Mrs. Florida Elite's daughter!!

What a beautiful family of kings and queens!

Mrs. Florida also had the honor of entertaining the guests after the evening wear competition.




Monday, February 15, 2016

Live Out Loud Charity Fashion Show Tonight!!

Make sure you watch for our very own Mrs. Florida Elite as she works the runway in support of the Live Out Loud Charity.  Click the link below to register for the live stream for FREE!!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/livestream-live-out-loud-charity-nyfw-show-tickets-21126620290


Contribute to the Live Out Loud Charity through one of their Ambassadors!

Mrs. Florida Elite is a Live Out Loud Charity Ambassador, and she needs our help.  Here is a letter from her.

A letter from my Heart regarding Live Out Loud Charity,

PLEASE Share this...Please Help me reach my Goal.

‘Raise the Volume’

I live by one motto: “No day should ever be about me, rather, how can I make a difference in the life of one person each day”. In this fast paced, electronic world of communication it can be very easy to get caught in the back draft of this out of control and self centered generation. The noise of day to day living has gone to an all time decibel high. A volume so loud that people around us are literally screaming for help, and yet they are not being heard. How do we raise the Volume?  Statistics. What actually are statistics? Numbers quoted on a daily basis, regarding everything under the sun from the amount of population in a given area, to revenue generated, homelessness, childhood hunger, displaced veterans etc. According to an article in Business Insider, Mark Suster stated, ‘there are even statics about the accuracy of Statistics. 73.6% Of All Statistics Are Made Up.’ As a result of the overload of statistics quoted, we often forget that those numbers actually representation something or someone.

December 1999, the Orlando Sentinel ran a 6 week series titled “The Poor Children of Lake Co.Florida”. This series was powerful and touched a chord in my heart. After all, how can I live in Lake County and not know that children around me are suffering from hunger? My husband and I went into action mode. We gathered our children, placed them into their car seats and began a driving trip in search of those behind the numbers quoted in the paper. Sadly I report that the need was far closer than ever imagined. Only 3 miles from our home, behind the grocery store where we often frequent. We found what looked to be a third world country. People living in homes so run down that plastic was used to replace windows, doors were simply a crude piece of plywood and bare foot children playing in the dirt street. The need, while clearly in sight, seemed invisible. That very day we could place a face to what many only saw as a number.Our hearts were called to action. We founded “The Good Neighbor Program” in 1999. Now, 17 years later, God has used us to team together the community with time, talent and resources to make a Forever difference in the lives of our neighbors in need. We are a not for profit organization but NOT a 501c3. We have not, do not and will not accept financial donations of any size. We simply team PEOPLE together to help neighbors in need. The homeless have been rescued, thousands have been handed new blankets, children have been fed, homes have been built and lives have been changed.

Like ‘The Good Neighbor Program’, LOLC is teaming people together to ‘Turn up the Volume’ in hopes that those around us will HEAR the cries of the deeply Broken. Hear and see statistic quoted on Suicide are not simply a number rather each number represents a person who no longer could see the light at the end of the dark tunnel. Why do I feel passion about LOLC?  I have a few very personal stories of loved ones l lost in the deepest despair. Here is one of my stories:

Choosing a name for your child is always a monumental task. Sure, the name you choose for your baby will be a defining piece of his or her identity for a lifetime. So no pressure, right? Sadly in our case with our son, the name was given as a tribute to the medical Doctor who saved my life. Dr. Gregory was a brilliantly gifted diagnostician and because of him that I am alive today. While Dr. Gregory saved my life, sadly no one knew that he needed a voice to speak HOPE to him and Save his very own life. At 42 years old, in a dark moment of despair, my 'Real life hero', took a gun to his head leaving a hole in my heart and in this world that no one can fill. Our son Gregory is named after this very special man. Far beyond the tribute to Dr. Gregory, I use this tragedy to speak HOPE to those who are so deeply broken that they cannot see Sunrise is only moments away.

I am asking you to link arms with me adding our voices to the powerful choir that is holding the LOLC microphone. Together, we can Raise the Volume!

Click this link to donate to her cause today!  https://www.gofundme.com/d3npkbww

Friday, February 12, 2016

State Queen Sightings


Miss Maryland had an amazing time volunteering with the Code of Support Foundation at Toast to our Troops a few nights ago.

Monday, February 8, 2016

State Queen Sightings


Mrs. Florida Elite lending her talents to a wonderful event.  Here are her words on her appearance:

Honored to Sing and Sign the National Anthem at the Florida Hospital Lady Track Shack 5k.  My daughter Sarah is running her first 5k...go Sarah!

Friday, February 5, 2016

State Queen Sightings


Mrs. New York donates blood whenever she gets a chance!  Find out where you can donate near you by clicking the link to Red Cross.

Thursday, February 4, 2016

State Queen Sightings

Mrs. New York set a goal and helped fund raise on January 17th.  Here's what she had to say:
Today is huge for me. I helped raise money by having my picture taken by Anthony Williams. I'm also making this the start of my weight loss journey to Mrs. American Dream, with Hercules Gym!

Good luck on your journey!  We are behind you 110%

Wednesday, February 3, 2016

State Queen Sightings

#wheresmsmaryland




Ms. Maryland stays busy, this time she got to accessorize her crown!  Here's what she had to say about this appearance:

I had a fabulous time modeling jewelry at the Traci Lynn conference in Greenbelt, MD. I felt so beautiful in their statement necklaces. Special thanks to my sister queen for inviting me. If you would like one of these wonderful pieces, please see your local Traci Lynn Jewelry consultant today!

Tuesday, February 2, 2016

State Queen Sightings


Mrs. New York American Dream attended the 3rd Birthday Party for Believe in Syracuse, an organization that honors and promotes the city she was born and raised in!

Monday, February 1, 2016

Rollin with the Krewe!


Cailtyn, Mrs. American Dream 2015, got invited to participate in the Gasparilla 2016 Parade by The Mustang Sallies & Ryders.  One of our staff members, Yajaira, is a member, and was super excited to have Caitlyn join them at the fun event.


The Krewe of Mustang Sallies and Ryders, a co-ed Krewe, was formed in April 2005 by a group of socially-conscious business professionals to provide a forum for networking and socializing. Our members, like the mustang horses of the West, are daring, fun-loving, and unwilling to ride with the herd. The Krewe has approximately 70 members consisting of men and women of all ages from diverse backgrounds and professions. Our Krewe culture promotes individuality and the belief that our success is due to the contributions of each of our members.

To find out more about them, visit their website by clicking here.

  

Thursday, January 28, 2016

State Queen Sightings

Mrs. Florida Elite presented a Tiara of Hope to a very special woman of God.  Happy Belated Birthday Princess!