Applications are now open for the 34th annual Juneteenth Scholarship Pageant in Milwaukee.
This scholarship competition, presented by Northcott Neighborhood House, is open to African American youth in two categories: Miss Juneteenth and Mister Juneteenth, ages 14 years old to 18 years old and Little Miss Juneteenth and Mister Jr. Juneteenth, ages 8 years old to 13 years old.
Watch: Applications now open for 34th annual Juneteenth Pageant in Milwaukee
Contestants will compete for up to $1,500.00 in cash, prizes and scholarships. In addition to the prizes, Miss, Juneteenth, Mister Juneteenth, Little Miss Juneteenth and/or Mister Juneteenth, Jr. and Little Miss & Mister Jr. Juneteenth along with his/her court will be prominently featured in the Juneteenth Day Parade and Celebration on Thursday, June 19.
To enter, submit a completed application online or deliver it in person to 2460 N 6th St, Milwaukee, WI 53212.
Those who submit the applications online will still be required to bring the following items to 2460 N 6th St, Milwaukee.
- A 250-word essay on the subject: "Juneteenth...A Celebration of Love, Life, and Freedom”
- Proof of age (copy of photo ID with date of birth)
- A copy of most recent report card and transcript (Applicant must carry a minimum of a 2.5 GPA)
Deadline for submission of application is Friday, April 18.
For more information, please call 414-372-3770.
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