I know firsthand how much of a difference a meaningful boost can make when life gets tough. Over the years, friends and family have stepped in to help me during hard times, and that support gave me hope and the ability to keep going. Now, through my Pinup Perspectives brand, I want to pay it forward and help others feel that same relief and encouragement I did. This scholarship fund is open to anyone in need, no matter where they live, because everyone deserves a chance to get back on their feet and pursue their dreams.

The grants from this fund can be used for a wide range of needs—rent, medical bills, education, legal fees, everyday bills, gifts for kids during the holidays, food banks, and even support for charities. But it’s also about more than just surviving. I want to help people in the pinup and burlesque community live their best lives, whether that means attending life-changing events like Viva Las Vegas Rockabilly Weekend, Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekender, or Tiki Oasis, or investing in costumes, props, and wardrobe to express themselves through fashion and art. Each application will be considered individually, with the goal of providing substantial support to help people participate in these experiences and invest in themselves.

Community is everything to me. Life shouldn’t be just about bills and getting by—it should be about joy, creativity, and supporting one another. I invite you to join me in making a real difference. Your support will help others experience the relief, hope, and happiness that comes from knowing they’re not alone. Together, we can help people not just survive, but truly thrive.