The most rewarding part of being a mom is knowing that everything I do now comes from the deepest love I’ve ever known. Motherhood has made me intentional—every decision is for my family. Watching my child grow into a kind, smart soul and seeing my partner thrive as a dad is beautiful. We’re breaking cycles, healing generational wounds, and becoming better humans. It’s changed us, and through us, our community too.

One memory I’ll never forget is the first time my daughter hugged and kissed me. I had just come home from work, rushing to change and say hi. It had been a chaotic day, and she could sense the stress. As I finally knelt to greet her, she calmly walked over, wrapped her little arms around me, patted my back with her tiny hand, and gave me a kiss. My heart melted. I thought I was coming home to comfort her—but instead, she comforted me.

I would use the $20,000 to help my mother bring her dream to life: launching a fashionable medical wear line for children battling cancer. Inspired by the loss of my brother to leukemia six years ago, this project is her way of honoring him and bringing joy to other families. After years of hard work, she’s now at the finish line. This funding would help create her very first collection—and turn grief into healing and hope.