As a survivor of a drunk driving crash,
Britt has turned her painful experience into a powerful message of hope and resilience.

Brittany Cass
Founder | Survivor | Advocate

Our bold message is to boldly educate our community to promote cultural change and eliminate drinking and driving.

  • Bold Like Britt was established.
  • Bold Like Britt with MADD’s support funded two billboards
    along Hwy 70 in Eastern North Carolina.
  • Bold Like Britt gained focus and clarity on our mission and
    started focusing on speaking to military audiences.

As a survivor of a drunk driving crash, Britt has turned her painful experience into a powerful message of hope and resilience. Now, along with her husband, Jared, they are on a mission to share their story. Boldly, they use their voices to raise awareness to save lives. The presentation touches on mental health, substance abuse, and the many programs and resources dedicated to helping those in need. The impact of the presentation is felt when Britt explains how the poor choices of one individual altered the trajectory of the rest of her life.

As a military family, and through candid storytelling, we strive to connect with audiences on an emotional level. Our story is raw, unedited, and told through two separate view points. While we recognize that many face the challenges of substance abuse, our goal extends beyond just reaching those who are struggling. We aim to inspire everyone to join us in the fight against the dangers of substance abuse, fostering a sense of community and shared responsibility.

Brittany is survivor, a true miracle, having overcome the challenges of a devastating drunk driving crash that changed her life. The crash left her with significant physical, mental and emotional scars. Her strength and determination propelled her through an intense recovery. With her family, friends and community rallying around her Brittany emerged with a renewed sense of purpose and appreciation for life. Her newly found passion and appreciation for life has propelled her to advocate against the very thing that almost took it. Her journey has transformed her into a beacon of hope as a survivor allowing this trial to refine her and demonstrate that resilience can prevail even in the darkest moments.

2022 Timeline

  • January 4, 2022: Survived a head-on collision at a combined speed of 120 mph when a driver entered the highway going the wrong way and hit me head-on in Newport, North Carolina, on Highway 70.
    • Woke up to discover severe injuries:
      • Both femurs broken, left hip broken, right knee shattered, fractured tailbone, L4 in back broken.
      • Experienced mini-strokes and a traumatic brain injury (TBI).
      • Left in a coma for 5 days.
  • Spent months in the hospital managing pain, undergoing multiple surgeries, and adjusting to life in a wheelchair.
  • #BoldLikeBritt Movement: The hashtag and T-shirt were created while I was in a coma.
  • May 2022: Another surgery.
  • June 2022: Decided to turn the support received into action by creating a 501(c)(3) organization.
  • Met with the Assistant District Attorney, Craven & Carteret County Sheriffs to share my story.
  • September 2022: Held the first-ever #BoldLikeBritt 5K & 1-mile walk, raising funds.
  • Surgery #7.
  • October 2022: Donated $10,000 to MADD North Carolina.
  • December 2022: Spoke at the NC State Capitol during the MADD Candlelight Vigil.

2023 Timeline

  • April 2023:
    • Delivered my first speaking engagement to an audience.
    • Underwent surgery #8.
  • July 2023: Moved to Hawaii.
  • November 2023: Spoke to an Army squadron at Schofield Barracks.
  • December 2023: Spoke at the Hawaii MADD Candlelight Vigil.

2024 Timeline

  • January 2024:
    • Hosted the 2nd annual #BoldLikeBritt 5K.
    • Met with Hawaii legislators to discuss the .05 initiative.
    • Joined the Hawaii MADD Board.
  • April 2024: Began speaking to Marines and Sailors at Marine Corps Base Hawaii.
  • May 2024:
    • Spoke at a middle school in Hawaii.
    • Underwent surgery #9 and a hospital stay.
  • October 2024: Surgery #10 and another hospital stay.
  • November 2024:
    • Spoke to an Army squadron at Schofield Barracks.
    • Participated in the Hawaii MADD Candlelight Vigil.
  • December 2024: Delivered another talk to an Army squadron at Schofield Barracks.

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