Rocks of Unity

05/26/2026

This Memorial Day, we pause to honor the courageous men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Their bravery, selflessness, and unwavering dedication remind us that true strength is rooted not only in courage, but also in unity, compassion, and service to others.

As we remember our fallen heroes, may we also honor their legacy by choosing empathy over division, unity over hate, and kindness over indifference. Let us stand together in gratitude, reflect on the freedoms we often take for granted, and continue building a world grounded in respect, hope, and humanity.

04/21/2026

I never set out to build a project. I set out to spark a movement.

What started as a simple lesson plan has grown beyond anything I could’ve imagined: reaching 25+ countries, 35 states, embraced by voices at every level- including A-list celebrities, and now finding a permanent home in the new Buffalo Bills Highmark Stadium. Built by many hands, many stories, and one shared vision: kindness, unity, and belonging.

Honestly, it still feels surreal. Nine years ago, 20-year-old me could never have pictured this moment. Rocks of Unity was never about one person. It’s about all of us. The collective power of people choosing compassion, choosing connection, choosing each other.

Deeply humbled. Endlessly grateful. Thankful for every single person who has been part of this journey.

Now let’s step into history together. Bills by a billion- forever and always 🦬💙❤️

When you have the choice between being right and being kind, choose kind because you’ll always be right 🤍

OFFICIAL PRESS RELEASE: https://www.buffalobills.com/news/buffalo-bills-unveil-selected-artists-at-highmark-stadium

04/03/2026

8 years ago today, my entire life changed for the better. I was chosen as a guest on Harry Connick Jr’s talk show, “HARRY,” to spread the message of Rocks of Unity. It was then that Rocks of Unity reached not only a national but also an international following. At 21 years old, I never thought I would be given such a life-changing opportunity to spread kindness, diversity, and acceptance on such a platform. To those who supported Rocks of Unity from then until now, you are the reasons I do what I do. You all deserve to be recognized. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for helping to make Rocks of Unity what it is. Click on the link below to relive this monumental experience.

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Harry spotlights women who are empowering others and making a difference in their communities including the 21-year-old founder of the Rocks of Unity project...

03/31/2026

So.. I’ve been keeping a little secret for some time, but HERE 🦬WE 🦬 GO🦬

I am so humbled and grateful to share that there will be a special Rocks of Unity installation at the new Buffalo Bills Highmark Stadium!

As a Buffalonian born and raised, this feels like a fever dream. And the best part? This isn’t just my project- it’s ours. I’ll be out in the community working with children and adults across Buffalo to help bring this to life. This will be built by many hands, many stories, and one shared vision: kindness, unity, and belonging. Keep an eye out for where I will be next 👀

20 year old me who started Rocks of Unity 9 years ago as simply a lesson plan while teaching would have never expected a moment like this would ever be possible. Rocks of Unity is not the power of one, but it is the power of many who come together for a kinder and more accepting world. Humbled, grateful, and thankful for all of the support throughout the years. Now let’s take part in a piece of history.

Buffalo Buffalove. Bills by a billion-forever and always 🦬💙❤️

Community assists local groups BuffaLUG and Rocks of Unity™ to prepare artwork for Highmark Stadium

03/11/2026

It’s not every day that you’re sitting at your desk working, you answer a call from an random number, and it’s Hoda Kotb’s Chief of Staff saying that Hoda Kotb wants to meet you in an hour and a half so get ready ✨

Since I was young, I’ve admired Hoda Kotb not only for her remarkable career, but for the compassion, warmth, and authenticity she brings into every space. She leads with heart, uplifts others, and champions inclusion in a way that feels genuine and deeply human. Her empathy and belief in the goodness of people embody everything Rocks of Unity stands for. In interviews, when asked who my top dream participant would be, I’ve always said Hoda. She heard about Rocks of Unity, and wanted to meet me. Not only did she take her time with me to have such a meaningful conversation, but she also made rocks for the cause. Thank you, Hoda, for being as down-to-earth and genuine as I always imagined you would be.

When we lead with kindness and stay committed to our purpose, the right people find their way into the story🤍

03/09/2026

This Daily Dose of Kindness comes from Rocks of Unity inspiration and fellow kindness advocate, Hoda Kotb. Joy doesn’t arrive when life becomes perfect. It begins in the small choices we make with our hearts each day. When we offer kindness, share a genuine smile, or choose compassion even when it’s hard, we carry light into the world. The beautiful truth is that joy grows when we give it away. Today, let your words be gentle, your presence be warm, and your heart be open. The joy someone needs most might be the joy you choose to bring🤍

02/17/2026

Happy Random Acts of Kindness Day🤍Today is a reminder that the smallest gestures often carry the greatest impact. Unexpected kindness doesn’t require wealth, status, or recognition. Kindness costs little, but its return is immeasurable. One small act can ripple outward as it lifts a a mood, changes a perspective, even alters the course of someone’s day, week, or life. We may never see the full impact of our kindness, but that doesn’t mean it isn’t impactful.

Today, choose kindness. Reach out. Lift up. Give freely. Change begins with you.

02/12/2026

Never forget where and why you started🤍 At 12 years old, I lost a close mentor in the Colgan Flight 3407 crash 17 years ago today. Just five minutes from landing in Buffalo, 50 lives were taken and 50 families would never be the same again.

Grief can break you or build you. I chose to honor Susan by living the values for which she continued to advocate: inclusion, acceptance, unity. She devoted her life to bringing people together, and therefore, I promised to do the same.

From that promise, Rocks of Unity was born. Nine years later, it has reached over 25 countries and over 35 states. However, no matter how far it goes, I will never forget why it started. The journey hasn’t been easy, but growth, purpose, and honoring those we’ve lost is what makes it meaningful.

In loving memory of the 50 lives lost that night, may we continue to carry your light forward🤍

01/29/2026

Our differences don’t divide us. They unite us🤍 The Rocks of Unity slogan which seems so simple, yet, for some reason, seems hard for our world to fully grasp. Each unique story, background, and perspective is a stone that strengthens the foundation we stand on together. When we choose acceptance over judgment and kindness over fear, we discover that diversity is not a weakness. In fact, it is our greatest source of strength. Honoring what makes us different allows us to rise together as we work to build communities rooted in compassion, understanding, and shared humanity. When we lift one another up, we become unshakable as we are connected not by sameness but by unity.

When you have the choice of being right and being kind, choose kind because you will always be right. Our world needs more of this now more than ever 🤍

01/19/2026

On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we are reminded that real change begins with the quiet courage to choose love. When the world feels heavy with anger or division, responding with more of the same only adds to the ongoing problem. Love is not weakness. It is the most powerful force we have to heal wounds, bridge divides, and move humanity forward. Today, let us be that light- choosing love in our words, our actions, and our hearts.

01/01/2026

Daily Dose of Kindness: We begin today with a fresh start. We can take the memories and the lessons with us, but today we are given the gift of a new chapter in life. The only person to live your life is you. It all comes down to choices. What is the life that you envision for yourself? You can write that life through your choices starting today. It’s what we do with the life we are given which defines us as individuals. Do what you can to make that life count. Surround yourself with those who make life worth living. Detach from those who bring negativity into your life. Find your tribe and love them hard. From my family to yours, may you have a happy and healthy New Year filled with positivity and love today and every day. Thank YOU for making my life so remarkable daily🤍