I remember walking on the Miss Missouri stage as a 10 year old Little Princess and thinking it was the most glorious feeling in the world... And here we are now, ten years later, getting ready to step foot on the Miss America stage for their 100th Anniversary as Miss Missouri 2021.
The younger version of Callie would be screaming if I were able to tell her where we are now.
From a young age, I have vividly seen the power and influence of the Miss America Organization and now as Miss Missouri, I am humbled to potentially have an impact on any young person I interact with. It is a responsibility I take very seriously and hold close to my heart. Through the Miss America Organization, I have truly found my village and the people who tell me to dream big and to "just go for it!"
I want to thank each and every individual who has been a part of my journey to Miss America in any way. Your support whether it be through a donation or in any other way, my heart is overflowing because of you. A random bucket list item that I had planted in my heart a decade ago has now become our reality.
Thank you.
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It’s time for America’s Choice! This is your chance to have your voice heard in who you think exemplifies the qualities of Miss America as a leader, servant, and role model for young women. This year we’re offering a $5,000 scholarship to the winner to help her advance her education and achieve her life and career goals.
To vote, click your favorite candidate below to go to her page. Each dollar donated equals 1 vote, so the candidate with the most donations will win the America’s Choice scholarship. In addition to the $5,000 scholarship, she will be recognized on-stage during the Preliminary Competition at Mohegan Sun in December.
Voting has no impact on placement in the Final Night Competition. As a 501(c)4 nonprofit under IRS regulations, all donations to The Miss America Organization are not tax-deductible.
The Miss America Organization, a 501(c) (4), is one of the most recognizable household names in America working to empower young women through education and service. The Miss America Organization is comprised of 51 licensed state organizations, including all 50 states and the District of Columbia. The organization awards more than five million dollars in cash scholarships and millions more in-kind per year through national, state, and local programs. For more information, visit https://www.missamerica.org.
