My dearest friends and family,


It is with great pleasure that I was selected as a State Finalist in the Miss New York USA pageant to be held in January at the Purchase College Performing Arts Center in Purchase, NY. I am beyond excited to embark on this journey and am extremely blessed to have this opportunity.


The Miss New York USA pageant gives young women a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, representing so much more than just beauty on stage. It includes our personal and professional goals, while also encompassing our values, academic achievement, social and civic involvement and hard work. The winner of this event will then compete for the crown for Miss USA, as well as Miss Universe!

This would be my VERY first time competing in such competition and am extremely grateful to even be chosen to participate,  let alone get your hard earned money to sponsor me. Without the love and support from everyone, I would not have the strength and courage to make it this far. I sincerely hope you will choose to celebrate this event with me and remember that every penny counts!


Gratefully yours,
Ellen Wang