Living With Cystic Fibrosis8 Syys 2025

Miss America raising hope and awareness for CF

Miss America 2025 Abbie Stockard: A Champion for Kids, Health, and Cystic Fibrosis

Abbie Stockard, Miss America 2025, joins us to share her incredible journey, from Auburn University nursing student and Tiger Paws dancer to national advocate and role model. At just 22, Abbie has earned over $89,000 in scholarships through the Miss America Opportunity and is using her platform to promote pediatric health, women’s leadership, and awareness for cystic fibrosis (CF).

Inspired by her best friend Maddie, Abbie has raised over $200,000 for CF research and was honored as the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation’s “2024 Hero of Hope.” She also created High Five for Kids, a wellness program that empowers children—including those with chronic illnesses, to build healthy habits for life.

In this episode, Abbie talks about balancing school, service, and advocacy, and how she’s using her voice to drive real change in healthcare and beyond. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation with a young woman leading with heart, purpose, and unstoppable energy.

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