KRISTY CHANCE

MISS BLACK VIRGINIA USA 2005

And your new Miss Black USA, 2005 is…Kristy Chance!  Those are the words I hope to hear on August 7th, 2005 in Washington, DC after many months of rehearsing, working out, training, appearances, fundraising, radio shows, speaking engagements, and other promotional activities that I am proud to be involved in as the reigning Miss Black Virginia, USA.  The funny thing about all of this is if you had told me, just five years ago, that I would be Miss Bethesda, MD 2003, Miss Prince George County, MD 2004, and Miss Black Virginia USA, 2005, I would have laughed and called you crazy!

I’ve only been competing in pageants for a couple of years, and I began by competing within the Miss America Organization.  Then, I located the Miss Black USA Organization in late 2004, and discovered that they are a very respectable organization with high expectations and high standards.  In March, I decided to compete for the title of Miss Black Virginia USA, 2005.  I showcased my talents and at the end of the night, was selected Miss Black Virginia USA, 2005.  This was the opportunity of a lifetime – being a state delegate, competing for a national title, and promoting and spreading the message of the platform that I have been an avid advocate for, America’s Employment: From Searching to Working.  I am ecstatic and I have an incredible road ahead.  I have so much to do, and so little time in which to do it, but I am so excited!

I can’t wait to do everything I can to make a difference in my community and in each life I touch.  I have a wonderful support system that is behind me every step of the way and my hope is to positively impact you, and others, in my journey to becoming the next Miss Black USA and beyond.