Donor: Shannon Smith 

Available to: Miss Texas delegates

Scholarship Amount: $500

Application Deadline: June 1, 2026

Scholarship Qualifications & About: 

The Myra York Smith “Isaiah 40:29” Scholarship celebrates women who have turned faith into strength and adversity into purpose. This scholarship honors young leaders determined to make a name for themselves while uplifting others along the way.

 Eligibility Requirements:

- Be a graduating high school senior, current college student, or trade/vocational student
- Plan to pursue higher education, vocational training, entrepreneurship, ministry, public service, or a professional career path
- Demonstrate leadership, perseverance, and community involvement
- Submit the required social media video/post entry and written application response

 

Application Requirements

Applicants must submit a written response (350-500 words) answering the following:

-Describe a time you faced adversity or a major challenge in your life.

-How did you overcome it, and how has that experience shaped the person you are today?

-If faith played a role in your journey, explain how it impacted your ability to persevere and grow. (Applicants do not have to be religious or identify as a believer to apply.)

*Please submit your response in PDF format via the submission button below.

In addition to the written application, applicants must create and submit:

- A TikTok or Instagram Reel sharing their personal story of perseverance and growth. Please share your story while doing one of your favorite family traditions.

*Please submit a public link to your reel via the second submission button below.