Become a 2026 Miss Contestant

Become a 2026 Miss Contestant

We are thrilled that you would like to become a member of our Class of 2026. As an Official Local Preliminary to the Miss Washington Organization, we are excited to help you on your journey through the Miss America Organization.
CONTESTANT INFORMATION
Legal Name:*

First NameLast Name
Name you wish to go by: (If different from you legal name; Ex: Kenzie instead of Mckenzie)

First NameLast Name
Email:*
Phone Number:*
Please enter a valid phone number. Format: (000) 000-0000.
Date of Birth:*

MonthDayYear
Date
Age on March 7, 2026:*
Current Age:*
Miss Contestant must be between the ages of 18-27. A contestant must turn 18 by first day of state week competition and no older than 27 at the state competition (Please reach out if you have questions regarding the age policy).
Physical Address (Where you currently live - no PO Boxes) :*

Street Address

Street Address 2 Line (Optional)

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
Mailing Address (if different from physical address, such as a PO Box):

Street Address

Street Address 2 Line (Optional)

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
Miss Yakima CountyMiss Apple Valley
Select the eligibility option that best applies to you-I have lived in Washington State for at least 120 days prior to the competition date. I have worked full-time in Washington State for at least 120 days prior to competition date. I am enrolled as a full-time student at an accredited high school, college, or university located within the State by the first day of the Local Competition, March 7, 2026*

Employer (If applicable)College Attended: Major and Year of GraduationHigh School Attended and Year of Graduation
Please explain what eligibility you selected above:*
For example: If you choose College Attended, you would write: (Bachelors in Science of Nursing 2028).
School Currently Attending (or most recent attended/graduated from):*
Current Grade
If applicable
Graduation Date (month and year):*
The month and year you graduated or will graduate.
College Major:
If applicable - for those currently in college or who have already graduated from college.
College Minor:
If applicable - for those currently in college or who have already graduated from college.
Current Employer:
If applicable
Career Ambition:*
If not sure write "undecided".
Honors and Achievements (Academic, Career, Etc):
How did you hear about our program? If someone referred you, we would love to know who!*
Ex: Facebook, Instagram, Local News, Etc.
PARENT GUARDIAN INFORMATION

If you are 18 years or older, providing parent or guardian information is optional. However, we encourage you to fill it out since parents/guardians are referenced in parts of our production.
Parent/Guardian Full Name:

First NameLast Name
Relation to Contestant:
Example: Mother, Father, Grandmother, etc.
Parent/Guardian Phone Number:
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Parent/Guardian Email:
example@example.com
Parent/Guardian Address:

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION:
Emergency Contact:*

First NameLast Name
Phone Number:*

Area CodePhone Number
Relation to Contestant:*
EX: Mother, Father, Grandmother, Sister, Brother, etc.
MEDICAL INFORAMTION

To be used in case of emergency or for when we provide any snacks/food for contestants.
Medical Information: Known Medical Conditions and.or Allergies (i.e. food allergies, asthma, etc). If no known medical conditions please write N/A:*
Please list any other medical or health concerns we need to know about, or write N/A: *
SOCIAL MEDIA

Please make sure you follow our Facebook and Instagram pages! Facebook: Miss Yakima County, Miss Apple Valley, Miss Yakima County's Teen, Miss Apple Valley's Teen and Miss Yakima County Organization: Instagram: @missyakimacountywa, @missapplevalleywa, @missyakimacountysteenwa @missapplevalleyteenwa, and @missyakimacounty_org.
We have a private social media group for contestants. Please enter your social media handles below so that we can find you and add/follow you. If you do not have an account, please write "none".
Contestant Facebook Profile (Link or Handle):*
Or write "None" if you do not have a Facebook Account.
Contestant Instagram Profile (Handle):*
Or write "None" if you do not have a Instagram Account.
I give permission to be photographed and/or videotaped by MYCSO in conjunction with all activities associated with the Miss Yakima County Scholarship Organization. These photos may be used on the MYCSO website, social media sites, newspapers, and/or other official printed publications.I DO NOT give permission to be photographed and/or videotaped by MYCSO in conjunction with all activities associated with the Miss Yakima County Scholarship Organization.
COMPETITION INFORMATION
Not SureVocal (Signing)PianoViolinFiddleBallet DanceJazz DanceTap DanceHip Hop DanceIrish DanceBallroom Dance (no partner)Ballroom Dance (with partner)*GymnasticsCheerleading (no partner)Cheerleading (with partner)*MonologuePoetryMartial ArtsComedySpeed PaintingVentriloquismHER Story**Other
Click HERE for a full list of approved talent types (required by the Miss America Organization) as well as talent rules and regulations. For any talent questions, please ask! We are happy to help!

Contestants may change their talent type after submitting this form.

*Contestants performing cheerleading or ballroom dancing may use a partner. The partner request must be approved by the Miss Spokane Organization. Partners must dress in all black and have no solo performances. For more partner rules, click HERE.

**A HERStory is different from a monologe. A monologue is a piece written by someone else. A HERStory is self-written by the contestant.
Community Service Initiative (or CSI):*
Contestants are required to have a Community Service Interest (or CSI). We are here to help if you have questions or need help deciding which Community Service Interest is right for you - just ask! Contestants should pick something they feel passionate about.

Examples: "Setting Scoliosis Straight"; "Let's Go Play Today: Making Youth Sports and Arts More Accessible"
Have you competed in any Miss America Organization local/state/national competition (miss and/or teen)? If yes, please list competition/year and title(s) held (if any). If no, please write "no".*
Have you competed in any pageants/competitions outside of the Miss America Organization (miss and/or teen)? If yes, please list competition/year and title(s) held (if any). If no, please write "no".*
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ELIGIBILITY (MISS):

I meet the standards put forth on the Miss Yakima County website and the standards put forth in the Miss America Organization Local Contestant Contract. I have reviewed the 2026 schedule and will be able to attend all events.

FEES:

Miss Yakima County entry fee is required when submitting entry form.

1.) Miss are required to register with the Miss America Organization annually, in order to
compete.

Registration fee with Miss America for state of WASHINGTON here:https://www.club.missamerica.org/join-page

There is a $49.99 fee and you will be signing up for competition cycle 27 (c27). This means if you become our state titleholder in 2026, you would compete at the September 2027 Miss America Competition in Orlando, Florida.

NOTE: If you have already registered for the season with another Local program, you still need to register for our competition and will not have to pay the fee again until the next season. Be sure to use the same name and address that was used on your initial registration. Here’s the link:https://www.club.missamerica.org/bypass-page

2.) Each contestant is also required to seek a minimum $30 donation to their established American Heart Association Spotify fund, which is also tax deductible for the donor. Here is the link explaining the process: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QvBA_kaQUrToJuu7PMUU-EDSCYLHj4Gc/view

The Go Red for Women AHA c27 One Page should be the reference item when local
contestants are registering their profile. State reference links on the right bottom of this form a samples. Change the year and state abbreviation to see your current real time updates! c26 One Page Reference Sheet.

3.) Rebel Athletic Top and Bottom (HERE). The Miss America Organization requires all local contestants to wear a Rebel Athletic fitness outfit for the fitness competition. Not all option shown on the website link above are avaiable to wear for the Miss Yakima County Competition. See the Contestant Handbook for a list of the available options. It is the contestant's responsibility to order her fitness outfit, making sure that it arrives on time and fits properly prior to competition. Contestants are more than welcome to borrow or purchase used items from perivious contestants/titleholders.

4.) Contestants are required to secure a minimum of $400 in program magazine advertisement sales. This is an excellent opportunity to engage with local businesses, friends, and family members to support the Miss Yakima County Scholarship Foundation.

Please note that the $400 advertisement fee is non-refundable if you choose to withdraw from the competition after applying. We encourage contestants to begin reaching out to friends, family, and local businesses early to assist in meeting this requirement. For example, you might secure four sponsors contributing $100 each or eight sponsors contributing $50 each.

Sponsor Recognition and Benefits:
- Local Businesses: Sponsors will receive a full year of logo placement on the Miss Yakima County website, along with on-screen video recognition before the onstage competition and during intermission.
- Friends and Family: Their contributions directly support scholarships and help contestants succeed.

Advertisement Pricing:
- $100 for a half-page ad
- $200 for a full-page ad

The more program magazines sold, the more scholarships we can award. Additional incentives are available for contestants who sell the most advertisements.

For further details, please refer to the contestant handbook or visit the Miss Yakima County Organization website. Thank you for supporting the scholarship foundation and being a part of this meaningful event!

*Eligibility requirements are subject to change as new guidelines are provided by the Miss America Organization*
I hereby certify that this application is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. As a participant in the Miss Yakima County Scholarship Organization, I will meet the expectations as they given to me.
Contestant (Signature)*

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Become a 2026 Miss Contestant

CONTESTANT INFORMATION

PARENT GUARDIAN INFORMATION

EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION:

MEDICAL INFORAMTION

SOCIAL MEDIA

COMPETITION INFORMATION