Hearts of Mercy, Inc.

07/22/2026

Nearly 100 organizations providing lifesaving HIV prevention services could lose critical federal funding after the CDC reportedly declined to renew a $200M grant program. Advocates warn the impact could be felt across communities nationwide. 📸: Daniel Mayer

05/14/2026

🎗️💔 They Were Training For A Mission When They Both Drown.. 💔🎗️

Army Specialist Mariyah Symone Collington, 19, and 1st Lt. Kendrick Lamont Key Jr., 27, tragically lost their lives after disappearing off the coast of Morocco while participating in the African Lion 26 military training exercises. Reports say the two soldiers fell into the Atlantic Ocean during an off-duty recreational hike near the Cap Draa Training Area. After an intense multinational search involving more than 1,000 personnel, drones, helicopters, naval vessels, and divers, Kendrick’s body was first recovered along the shoreline on May 9. Days later, Mariyah’s remains were found in a coastal cave near where they entered the water. Both soldiers were assigned to the 5th Battalion, 4th Air Defense Artillery Regiment and were remembered by fellow soldiers as dedicated, hardworking, and full of promise. What was supposed to be a mission overseas turned into a heartbreaking tragedy that devastated their families, fellow service members, and communities.

🇺🇸🕊️💔RIP Mariyah Collington & Kendrick Lamont Key Jr. 🇺🇸🕊️💔

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04/13/2026

Hello Beautiful Souls,

I want to take a moment to sincerely thank each and every one of you for attending Stigma & Strokes yesterday, April 12, 2026. Your presence, energy, and support truly meant more than words can express.

While we did experience a few hiccups throughout the day, I am incredibly grateful for your patience, grace, and understanding as we worked through them together.

I would also like to personally apologize to those who were given the incorrect address. In preparing for the event, I used the address listed on the application, not realizing it would direct some of you to a different park in Casselberry. I am truly sorry for any inconvenience this may have caused.

Despite it all, I genuinely hope you were able to relax, enjoy the experience, and have a great time. Seeing everyone come together, paint, sip, and connect was truly special.

My bartender husband and I are so appreciative of your support—it does not go unnoticed, and it means everything to us 💛

If you’re not already connected with us, please be sure to follow Hearts of Mercy on Facebook and Instagram to stay updated on upcoming and ongoing events.

Thank you again for showing up, supporting the mission, and being part of something meaningful.

With heartfelt gratitude,
Christina Batts
Hearts of Mercy, Inc.

04/11/2026

ReD FrIdaY‼️

We true to it 🎗️ BRING OUR TROOPS HOME 🇺🇸

04/07/2026

04/03/2026

RED | GOOD Friday!!!

04/02/2026

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04/02/2026

I mean … I’m betting on me all the time ♠️