We were lucky to catch up with Sonya Ceasar recently and have shared our conversation below.

Sonya , looking forward to hearing all of your stories today. What’s been the most meaningful project you’ve worked on?

Co-founded by sisters Sonya and Jayla Ceasar, The Ceasar Sisters Hope & Healing Foundation was born from a shared passion for helping the homeless and empowering others through pageantry.

Three years ago, under the mentorship of Miss Georgia 2025 Audrey Kittila, Sonya and Jayla were invited to serve as her Miss Georgia Princesses/Belles—an experience that became a life-changing journey. Through the world of pageantry, they discovered their purpose: to uplift others, promote confidence, and build strong bonds of sisterhood.

Deeply moved by the struggles of homelessness, the sisters were inspired to take action. They believe that no one in our country should be without a home and that small acts of kindness can lead to lasting change. Combining their compassion with the empowering values of pageantry, The Ceasar Sisters Hope & Healing Foundation creates opportunities to serve the homeless, inspire confidence, and promote hope and healing in every community they touch.

Great, appreciate you sharing that with us. Before we ask you to share more of your insights, can you take a moment to introduce yourself and how you got to where you are today to our readers.

My name is Sonya Ceasar, and I am 10 years old from Cumming, Georgia. I currently attend Whitlow Elementary School, where I am a proud 4th grader who loves learning, helping others, and being involved in my community.

Alongside my sister Jayla Ceasar, who is 7 years old and in the 2nd grade, I have always had a deep passion for helping the homeless and making a positive difference in the lives of others. Our journey of purpose truly began three years ago when Miss Georgia 2025, Audrey Kittila, invited us to be her Georgia Princesses/Belles. Through this amazing opportunity, my sister and I discovered the world of pageantry—a world that celebrates confidence, character, and community service.

Inspired by what pageantry stands for, I decided to pursue it further, not just as a competition, but as a platform to use my voice and actions to create change. Earlier this year, I was honored to be crowned Little Miss of Georgia 2025 under the American Pageants, Inc. system, and later that summer, I proudly represented my state at the National Pageant in Las Vegas, Nevada, where I was crowned Little Miss of America 2025.

Winning the national title was one of the most incredible moments of my life, but for me, it was more than just a crown—it was a calling to serve on a bigger scale. Together with my sister, we co-founded The Ceasar Sisters Hope & Healing Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping the homeless and empowering others through acts of kindness and hope. Through our foundation, we have collected and donated hundreds of essential items, including canned goods, clothing, personal care products, feminine hygiene supplies, and more, to homeless camps and shelters across Georgia and beyond.

Our goal is to continue expanding our outreach by not only providing physical necessities but also addressing mental health support, substance abuse recovery, job readiness, and long-term housing opportunities. We believe that no one should be without a home, and that every person deserves to feel seen, supported, and valued.

As Little Miss of America 2025, I am dedicated to using my title as a platform to inspire kindness, build confidence, and bring awareness to homelessness. I hope to continue showing other young girls that they can make a difference at any age — that leadership starts with compassion, and that a small act of love can create a wave of change.

We’d love to hear a story of resilience from your journey.

Many people think that pageantry is only about beauty, crowns, and fancy dresses — but that couldn’t be further from the truth. What I’ve learned is that pageantry is about purpose, perseverance, and heart. It’s about representing something bigger than yourself and using your platform to make a difference in the lives of others.

When I first entered the pageant world, I quickly realized that it takes hard work, discipline, and dedication. You have to prepare for interviews, talent, stage presence, public speaking, and community involvement — all while staying true to who you are. It’s not just about how you look on the outside, but about what you stand for on the inside. Through pageantry, I’ve learned to set goals, face challenges with confidence, and stay committed to my purpose.

My purpose has always been to help the homeless through The Ceasar Sisters Hope & Healing Foundation, which I co-founded with my sister, Jayla. Together, we’ve worked to collect and donate hundreds of items to people in need across Georgia and beyond. But even with our efforts, there were times when people didn’t take us seriously because we were “too young.” Being only 10 and 7 years old, some thought that our community service was just for show — that it wasn’t genuine.

But we never let that stop us. Instead, we used it as motivation to work even harder and prove that age doesn’t define your ability to make a difference — character does. We kept showing up, collecting donations, volunteering, and spreading awareness about homelessness because we knew that our hearts were in the right place. Every act of kindness matters, no matter how small or who it comes from.

Through both pageantry and community service, I’ve learned that resilience means believing in your purpose even when others doubt you. It means standing tall, staying kind, and never giving up on what you believe in. My journey has shown me that true beauty shines from within — through compassion, courage, and the willingness to serve others.

As Little Miss of America 2025, I hope to continue inspiring other young girls to find their voice, follow their dreams, and know that they are never too young to lead with love and make a difference.

Is there mission driving your creative journey?

The mission that drives me and my sister Jayla is simple yet powerful — to spread love, kindness, and hope in a time when the world needs it most. Through our foundation, The Ceasar Sisters Hope & Healing Foundation, and our journey in the pageant world, we want to show that compassion and purpose have no age limit. Our goal is to inspire others—especially young people—to believe that small acts of kindness can create big change. Our first documentary, The Ceasar Sisters Hope and Healing, follows our real-life journey as sisters, pageant queens, and young philanthropists who are using our crowns as platforms for good.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.theceasarsisters.org
• Instagram: @littlemissofamerica_ (and) @littlemissofgeorgia_
• Facebook: @Little Miss of America (and) @The Ceasar Sisters
• Youtube: @The Ceasar Sisters

Image Credits

Serena Zamarripa
The Ceasar Family