Testimonials

I just wanted to take a moment to say thank you for all the time and effort you put into coaching me for the Miss North Carolina USA pageant. Thank you for accepting me as your queen on such short notice. Your experience and teaching were exactly what I needed to get ready for the big day. You made sure I was prepared and confident, and I couldn’t have asked for a better coach. Your dedication and support mean the world to me. Thanks for believing in me and pushing me to be my best. I’ll always be grateful for everything you’ve done.

Jaliyah Locke

Thank you Miss Donna!! ...We couldn't have found a better coach, we love you! 😘

Laila Pickett

Kate Satchwill

I just soooo enjoy your posts!!! You're beautifully smart and generous to coach these young girls!!! Making a difference for girls makes a difference for the world. Affecting gender and racial change for all of us. I miss my work with the City of Charlotte Community Relations especially because of women like you.

Kavitha Vyata
2020 Ms India North Carolina

Thank you so much for coming and staying for the entire Miss India North Carolina Pageant. I wouldn't have WON without your support and coaching. So, so many thanks, sorry I couldn't properly meet you since you coached me through FaceTime,. They were busy taking photos all evening. Just wanted to say a big "Thank You" and "Hug". I definitely would like you to continue to coach me and go to Nationals later this year, I will call you to prepare. Again, Thank you

Patrice Bush
Author and Entrepreneur

We have always believed in the theory that "it takes a village". Donna Murrell I am grateful that you are part of our village. Initially met you because you gave my oldest daughter Kylah, an opportunity to sing at one of your events and from there you begin to mentor and coach my little ones. Trinity has always loved the stage but has GROWN leaps and bounds by having your guidance. Jurnee, has always been our shy baby but let me tell you, Carolina Girls Rock Pageant brought out a child that we didn't know existed. Thank you for being part of our village, Donna, we could not be more grateful for your love and care for our girls...all 3 of them. You are all Carolina Girls who ROCK!

Nichelle Nelson

Donna, I am soooo very proud of you for always continuing YOUR dream and your vision to give these girls and all of us the very best of yourself. Your time and your undying passion for loving these girls and getting them to accomplish their biggest dreams are just the tip of the iceberg for what GOD has in store for you. YOU are my bestie and I'm so grateful I get to be a part of your vision and you are HANDS DOWN the Best Pageant Coach ever! We love and appreciate you.

Sheena Jean-Jumeau

Thank you so much for another great season of Carolina Girls Rock Pageant! Everyone spoke great things about this event, the girls came with it this year! Your hard work doesn't go unnoticed. You did an outstanding job once again. Londyn had an amazing time and learned alot along the way.

Carrie B. Cook

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