Kristen Taekman, a familiar face from Real Housewives of New York City, has made quite the splash since leaving the cast last year. The model and former reality star has been pretty busy with her environment friendly endeavors.
Accompanying Taekman’s family and storied career is her heart warming efforts with SmileTrain. SmileTrain is an international children’s charity that provides 100% free cleft repair surgery and comprehensive cleft care to children 85+ developing countries. I asked her to describe the feeling in which she responded “it is a surreal feeling being there at the very moment someone’s life is changed forever”. A feeling we should all strive for at one point or another in our lives. The “Season of Giving Campaign” continues to grow as lifestyle shoe brand, Therafit, has joined the initiative to change children’s lives all over the world.
It seems like Kristen’s decision to step away from the microscope known as reality tv has allowed her to reconnect with what matters most and although it may have not been the popular decision, it was the right decision, for her.
While her charitable efforts span the globe, Kristen often reflects on how her experiences in New York City shaped her passion for making a difference.
Fans who followed her journey on the show will remember her vibrant life in New York City, which now fuels her dedication to giving back.
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