My name is Amariah Gibson from Apopka Florida. I’m 10 year old who loves listening and making music. More than music I love God.I believe that I am called to be a servant and a leader by sharing my resources, time, and talents with the broken hearted, forgotten, and individuals held captive by the hardship we all face in this life. I feel that The Ronald McDonald House embodies my ideals; therefore it is my desire to use my talents to partner with them in order to bring hope.

I have ALWAYS had a passion for singing and theater! I have been a part of the Lake Nona High School theater and choir departments for the last 3 years and love being on the stage, especially for a great cause! In 2002, my parents started the B.A.C.O.N Foundation and their annual fundraiser, the “PIG RUN of Lake Nona”, so I have grown up realizing how important raising money for worthy causes is. We raised over $350,000 in 10 years and donated it all to Nemours! I would love to have the opportunity to sing at your event to raise money for the Ronald McDonald House!!

Hello! My name is Emily Caudill I am a 23-year-old singer/songwriter based out of Orlando, FL. I have been singing on stage ever since elementary school. I write my music to appeal to a wide variety of audiences. Alongside solo work, I also sing lead for two bands (one is all original content, the other is a cover band). It has caused me to think outside the box and get as creative as possible, which transitions into why I want to participate in the Block’s Rising Star Challenge. I absolutely admire the idea of combining talent and fundraising together. This allows performers to expose themselves while working for a great cause. Everyone wins! When I know I have an opportunity to do something positive for others, I cannot turn it down!

Pronounced “Empowered,” we are a female vocal trio that sings covers of popular songs. We are a different kind of singing group in that we are all aged 29-34; all either have at least an undergraduate degree and a postgraduate degree, or have been pursuing a postgraduate degree; and all work full-time, yet we have come together in this singing group because we want to perform songs with the goal of showcasing female empowerment and empowerment of others, hence the group name. We really want the group to reflect females in a positive light and be positive role models for the community.

My name is Ronald Bullard aka Uhar’y which means universal harmony. I was born & raised in Daytona Beach, FL . I’m participating in this challenge because I’ve been waiting for this moment for a long time and now that you’re giving me the opportunity I can’t let it pass me by. I love singing and playing the keyboard. But what makes this opportunity special is that my wife’s daughter was a guest in the Ronald McDonald House. We have been volunteering at the Ronald McDonald House for a few years now and any opportunity to give back and connect is always welcomed. So it’s an honor for me to participate because it’s personal for my family and me.

I am a wife and stay at home mom of 4 young children. I have been singing since I was a child. I have sang in many weddings and funerals and church services. I love singing. My 2nd child was born at Winnie Palmer Hospital with Dandy Walker Malformation. She has had 4 brain surgeries and we have stayed at Ronald McDonald House for a couple of these surgeries. RMH was such a gift to our family and I am honored to raise money for them.

Mylon was born in Chicago but grew up in Bradenton, FL. Her introduction to singing and songwriting is actually accredited to some of her friends from college. What started as open jam, the rest became history. They began to book major gigs as a headlined band throughout our time at FAU. Some of the members left after graduation, but not wanting to lose momentum, she started booking weddings and private events as an entertainer from 2012-present day. She also began to work in studios, writing original music for herself and for other artists’ projects. After moving to Orlando three years ago she has not had the chance to perform in Orlando with her original material and would love the opportunity.