Miss & Mister Esther Funds Ultimate 2026
Official Scholarship Competition Voting Ballot
Welcome to the official voting ballot for the EFF Crowned in the Bayou Scholarship Competition.
Visit daily to cast your vote and help your favorite contestant rise to the crown.
Each contestant is competing for the official Miss Esther Funds Ultimate 2026 and Mister Esther Funds Ultimate 2026 titles, scholarship support, the official crown and sash, and the opportunity to represent Esther Funds Foundation nationally.
The contestant with the highest number of votes nationwide will be crowned and awarded the official scholarship title package.
About the Competition
Each $2.50 vote supports scholarships, literacy initiatives, leadership development, and college student success efforts across underserved communities.
This national scholarship competition is proudly presented by Esther Funds Foundation, a verified 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to preventing college dropouts through scholarship, service, mentorship, and educational support.
Every vote helps fund:
• Scholarships for college students
• Literacy and educational initiatives
• Emergency student support resources
• Leadership and mentoring opportunities
• College dropout prevention efforts across the South
Supporters may cast unlimited votes throughout the competition in support of their favorite contestant.
Many contestants receive support from their schools, families, communities, churches, organizations, and supporters nationwide.
Every vote directly fuels the mission of helping students remain enrolled, supported, empowered, and successful.
Competition Timeline
Public Voting Opens
May 25, 2026 at 11:00 AM EST
Voting Ends
May 31, 2026
Winners Announced
May 31, 2026
How to Vote
Step 1 — Choose Your Contestant
Select the contestant you would like to support.
Step 2 — Select Your Votes
Each vote equals a $2.50 contribution toward the national scholarship fund.
Supporters may cast unlimited votes.
Voting Examples
$2.50 = 1 Vote
$12.50 = 5 Votes
$25.00 = 10 Votes
$50.00 = 20 Votes
$125.00 = 50 Votes
$250.00 = 100 Votes
$500.00 = 200 Votes
Many supporters choose vote bundles to help their contestant move toward the crown more quickly.
Your Vote Makes a Difference
When you vote, you are doing more than supporting a contestant.
You are helping fund scholarships, educational resources, literacy initiatives, and student success opportunities for the next generation of leaders.
Together, we are helping students stay enrolled, empowered, and successful.
www.estherfundsfoundation.org
The Internal Revenue Service recognizes Esther Funds Foundation (EFF) as a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt public charity organization. Contributions are tax deductible to the extent permitted by law.
EFF Tax Identification Number: 93-4917509