After raising the $995 entry fee through a GoFundMe campaign, Clark competed in the 2015 Miss Maryland USA pageant held October 31 – November 2, 2014, placing 3rd, losing to eventual winner Mamé Adjei.

[citation needed] On January 11, 2015, Clark was crowned Miss Anne Arundel County 2015.

[2] Clark's competition talent was singing her original composition "Everything Happens for a Reason" while playing a guitar.

[6] Clark was dedicated to using the Miss Maryland title as a true "year of service" to her community and causes.

She assisted in raising over $3M as Miss Maryland for various charities, including Children's Miracle Network Hospitals.