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Are you a young woman between the ages of 14 - 27 currently residing, working, or attending school full-time in Chelan or Douglas County (Miss Greater Wenatchee) or a county east of the Cascades Mountains (Miss East Cascades)?

Are you Looking for a performance and/or scholarship opportunity?


Now is your chance to join this AMAZING sisterhood and gain skills and friendships that will last a
lifetime. If you’re ready to challenge yourself, serve your community, and make a difference in the lives of
others, then register now to be a part of our MECSO 2025 pageant competition. Our local competition will be on Sunday March 9, at 3 PM with mandatory rehearsals & private interviews with judges on Saturday March 8.

Sign up with your friends, your sisters, your cousins, and join NOW!

Don’t miss out on this amazing program and the opportunity to gain interview, resume, public speaking, and networking skills along with lifelong friendships and money for college!


Application deadline for both Miss and Teen is January 30, 2025

Become a Teen Candidate

We are thrilled that you would like to become a member of our Class of 2025. As an official local Preliminary to the Miss Washington program, we are excited to help you on your journey through the Miss America Organization..

Teen contestants must be between the ages of 14 -17 Must be 14 by first day of state competition week and no older than 17 at state competition. (For reference, the state competition is the third week of June 2025.)
Social Media / Facebook / Instagram / Scholarship Fair / Search Engine / Friend / Relative / previously competed in a Miss America local / Other

Become a Miss Candidate

We are thrilled that you would like to become a member of our Class of 2025. As an official local Preliminary to the Miss Washington program, we are excited to help you on your journey through the Miss America Organization..

Miss contestants must be between the ages of 18-28. 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.)
Social Media / Facebook / Instagram / Scholarship Fair / Search Engine / Friend / Relative / previously competed in a Miss America local / Other

Become a Miss Candidate

We are thrilled that you would like to become a member of our Class of 2025. As an official local Preliminary to the Miss Washington program, we are excited to help you on your journey through the Miss America Organization..

Miss contestants must be between the ages of 18-28. 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.)
Social Media / Facebook / Instagram / Scholarship Fair / Search Engine / Friend / Relative / previously competed in a Miss America local / Other

Become a Teen Candidate

We are thrilled that you would like to become a member of our Class of 2025. As an official local Preliminary to the Miss Washington program, we are excited to help you on your journey through the Miss America Organization..

Teen contestants must be between the ages of 14 -17 Must be 14 by first day of state competition week and no older than 17 at state competition. (For reference, the state competition is the third week of June 2025.)
Social Media / Facebook / Instagram / Scholarship Fair / Search Engine / Friend / Relative / previously competed in a Miss America local / Other

Meet Our Titleholders For 2024

(Credit: Photo by Janet Linn Photography, Hair and Makeup by Artistry by Amanda.)

Amber Pike

Miss East Cascades 2024

Age: 23

Graduate Student at Gonzaga University

Pursuing a Master of Business Administration

Community Service Initiative:

Asthma Awareness - Strong Lungs, Strong Life


"The amount of personal growth I have experienced by being part of the Miss America Opportunity continues to change my life. From Professional development skills, serving my communities, meeting incredible mentors, to making lifelong friendships, I am grateful for it all."

Makennah Little

Miss Greater Wenatchee 2024

Age: 27

2023 Graduate of Seattle University with
Masters Masters of Public

Non-Profit Emphasis

Community Service Initiative:

Breast Cancer Awareness and Prevention


"My favorite thing about being part of the Miss America Opportunity is the opportunity to serve my community and make life long friendships along the way. I am so grateful for this amazing opportunity!"

(Credit: Photo by Janet Linn Photography, Hair and Makeup by Artistry by Amanda.)

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Fitness Returns to the Competition Stage with REBEL x #MissAmericaFit

May 29, 20242 min read

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., January 6, 2023 — Miss America, the iconic 100+ year brand, and Rebel Athletic partner to bring Fitness back to the competition stage in a showcase of athleticism and energy!  Fitness has returned to the stage as a competitive event, featuring each delegate in sports and athletic attire, gym shoes and high energy fitness routine on stage, accompanied by live-action videos showcasing each delegate’s journey to fitness and a healthier lifestyle.

Miss America’s CEO Robin Fleming believes “Empowering women in America means making fitness and health a priority – we are excited to announce a multi-year partnership with Rebel Activewear in putting women’s fitness at the top of our ‘to do’ lists, showcasing our delegates fitness initiatives and inspiring all Americans to adopt healthier habits.”

The first preliminary competition on Tuesday evening, January 9th, 2024  will be followed by a special reception showcasing Rebel Athletic entitled ‘REBEL for A Cause’ and Rebel associates will be on hand to award the Rebel Fitness Awards to the three top scoring fitness winners.

The organization nationwide is ‘going red’ to celebrate its 3-year partnership with American Heart Association, and Rebel Activewear is the sole provider from local to state competitions of the signature red designs.  Each local and state contestants has a wide variety of styles to select from, so that she can feel comfortable and yet fashionable on stage.  For a preview of the 2024 collections, please visit the Rebel Athletic styles especially curated for Miss America/Miss America’s Teen contestants.

 

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About the Miss America Brand
The Miss America brand mission is “Empowering Women to Lead” in every area of life from philanthropy, business, arts, politics, education and more. Miss America and Miss America’s Teen local and state ambassadors contribute thousands of community service hours annually, raising funds for philanthropic partners. For more information follow on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter/X. 

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