Ariel Beverly is a former Miss Illinois 2019–2020 whose Community Service Initiative focused on advocating for the arts in education. Today, she continues that mission as a visual arts educator at Geneva High School.

The Miss America program had a profound impact on Ariel's own life, providing her with enough scholarship opportunities to become student-debt free by age 25. Now, she is excited to give that same opportunity to the next generation.

As Executive Director, Ariel is passionate about supporting, mentoring, and preparing young women to surpass their goals. She hopes to help each contestant build confidence, discover her potential, and use the opportunities this program provides to make a positive difference in the world.

Ariel is thrilled to build this program in her community and can't wait to see where the next generation takes it!