TikTok Community Raises Over $52,000 for Alysia Scott’s Prom and College Dreams

MILLEDGEVILLE, Ga. — Alysia Scott, a 22-year-old woman with cerebral palsy from Milledgeville, Georgia, is preparing to attend her special needs prom on March 28th and pursue her dream of attending college, thanks to an outpouring of support from the TikTok community. A fundraising campaign initiated after she shared her prom aspirations has surpassed $52,000.

A Dream Deferred, Now Within Reach

Alysia, who lives with cerebral palsy, initially shared her goal of attending prom on a GoFundMe page. She explained that her disability presents extra challenges, requiring additional funds for adaptive accessories, transportation, and other accommodations to fully enjoy the evening. “Alysia here, and I’m getting ready for prom!” she wrote on the fundraising page. “With cerebral palsy, things can be a bit more challenging, but I won’t let that stop me from having an unforgettable night. I’m raising funds to craft my special needs prom dreams come true, and I’d love your support.”

TikTok Amplifies Alysia’s Story

Alysia shared a TikTok video (@theyl0ve.lysiaa) detailing her prom plans, which quickly gained traction. The story resonated with users, and donations began to pour in. TikTok personality Kev Eudy, who has over 10 million followers, even offered to cover the entire cost of the evening. The story spread rapidly across the platform, reaching a wide audience and inspiring generosity.

More Than Just Prom: Funding Future Education

What began as a fundraiser to cover prom expenses has evolved into an opportunity for Alysia to pursue higher education. The funds raised will also aid her attend college this summer, where she plans to study psychology and become a psychiatrist. “So I’m going to college to be a psychiatrist. I feel like I want to be a psychiatrist due to life experiences, the stuff I’ve been through, so I just want to help people with their mental health,” Scott said.

A Source of Inspiration and Empowerment

Alysia’s mother, Elizabeth Thomas, expressed her gratitude for the overwhelming support, noting that it has been “life-changing” and is “uplifting her to retain pushing, to keep going.” Alysia herself says the support has given her confidence, purpose, and a platform to inspire others. She often avoids large crowds due to discomfort related to her condition, but has found connection and support through social media, using her lips to navigate TikTok and YouTube.

Those interested in supporting Alysia’s cause can visit the GoFundMe link.