Ms California United States 2011: Jade Monfils Celebrates in the Veteran's Day Parade

Friday, November 13, 2009

Jade Monfils Celebrates in the Veteran's Day Parade

This Veteran's Day I celebrated and honored the men and women who so gratefully serve our country. We had a parade in downtown Dallas that ran from Reunion Tower down Main Street and ended at Dallas City Hall. There were 150 different groups in the parade which made it a long event (about 2 hours), but an exciting one. There were several military veterans as well as those who are currently serving. Also future recruits, there was over 250 ROTC teens. A BIG "THANK YOU"! to my fabulous driver Glen, and to everyone that has or is fighting for our country, making it what it is, and giving us the greatest gift of all..... FREEDOM!!!!

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My Platform

In 2009 I traveled over 7,000 miles across the state of Texas, and helped to raise over $200,000 for after-school and youth mentoring programs; with The Boys & Girls Clubs of America and Big Brothers & Big Sisters. I believe that many of our youth are growing up too fast, and being negatively influenced. Many children are coming from broken homes and I believe that through after-school programs and positive mentoring these youth can be productive in today's society instead of destructive. Growing up I had two working parents, and had many friends that were “latch key kids”. I have seen first hand the dangers of gang violence and the importance of these programs. Having volunteered with the Boys & Girls Clubs of America since 1999 and mentoring my “little sister” through Big Brother and Big Sisters, I see a need for positive outlets for young teens. For youth, 12 - 14 years old is a crucial time when youth are exposed to gangs. Also boys and girls involved in after school programs are 50% less likely to drop out of high school, and 2.5 times more likely to go on to further education.

The Presidential Volunteer Service Award