Donor: Jennifer Barnett

Available to: Miss Texas delegates

Scholarship Amount: $500

Application Deadline: June 1, 2026

Scholarship Qualifications & About: 

The Media Influence and Digital Impact Award is a scholarship designed to recognize the individual who has demonstrated exceptional leadership, creativity, and responsibility within the digital media space. Awarded to the candidate with a social media following of 20,000 or more on Instagram, this scholarship honors the person who has successfully built a platform rooted in authenticity, engagement, and positive influence. The recipient exemplifies a strong understanding of personal branding and audience connection, using her reach to inspire, uplift, and foster meaningful conversations within her communities. Through strategic partnerships and aligned brand collaborations, this candidate has shown an ability to enhance brand awareness. Beyond digital success, this scholarship seeks a candidate who embodies integrity, purpose, and a commitment to using their voice for advocacy and impact.

Application Requirements

In short answer responses, please answer the following in PDF format and submit via the submission button below. 

1. What is one post or campaign you created that you are most proud of, and why?
2. How do you ensure your online presence remains authentic and aligned with your values?
3. In your opinion, what responsibility do titleholders have when using social media?

Please also submit public links to any relevant social media posts or pages via the submission button below.