2026 Scholarships

Welcome to Miss Northern International, where kindness and sisterhood unite to create a positive impact in our communities. Our contestants strive for personal excellence and engage in meaningful service projects that uplift those around them. By participating in our pageants, they have the chance to compete for scholarships that recognize their dedication and support their future aspirations. Join us in celebrating the spirit of kindness and the pursuit of goals!

If you're interested in sponsoring a scholarship for the Miss Northern International Global Finals, November 13-15, 2026 contact the MNI Global Director, Stacey Mulinex, via text at (304) 991-7929 or missnortherninternational@gmail.com. Your support is greatly appreciated, and we thank you in advance!

Ava's Light Scholarship

Join Ava to help create magic clutches for children, teens, pediatric patients, friends, and sister queens! Each clutch is filled with creative activities to spark imagination.

Donate any type of denim on March 7, 2026, at the MNI State and Sweetheart Pageant, and on November 13, 2026, at the MNI Global Finals. The contestant at each event who donates the most denim items will win a cash scholarship.

Be a part of the magic and help us stitch smiles!

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Glamour with Purpose Runway Scholarship

The Glamour with Purpose Runway Scholarship is funded by Miss Northern International and Charjean Couture. The overall Jr. and Sr. Division winners (two contestants) will each receive a $1,150 Scholarship, which will be applied toward walking in New York Fashion Week! This prize includes:

Charjean Couture outfit to keep.
One walk in the Charjean Couture Fashion Show.
Runway footage of the show.
Runway images.
Professional Runway hair and makeup by Puresk.
Official model lanyard.
Charjean Couture swag.
Street photoshoot in your Charjean Couture outfit.

Furry Fiesta Scholarship

Collect pet food, treats, toys, and supplies to donate at the MNI Global Finals Registration, November 13, 2026. Promote animal adoption, volunteer, and/or donate at a local animal shelter.

The contestant who demonstrates the biggest heart and effort in supporting rescue and shelter causes will receive this special award!

Please tag #mnifurryfiesta2026.

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Crowned for Change School Supply Donation Scholarship

Donate new school supplies to earn points toward scholarship awards.

Collect new bookbags, packs of paper, pens, pencils, notebooks, and pencil cases to donate at the MNI Global Finals Registration, November 13, 2026.

The contestants with the most points will be awarded the Crowned for Change School Supply Donation Scholarship.

Crowned for Change Scholarship

Save a Life. Donate Blood.

Donate blood to support the American Red Cross. To receive credit, submit a photo of each donor's American Red Cross account screen showing the number of donations made for 2026 at the MNI Global Finals Registration, November 13, 2026.

Contestants may earn raffle tickets for a chance to win a $200 scholarship by supporting the American Red Cross.

This scholarship is open only to the Teen, Miss, Mrs., and Ms. divisions.

The Page/Tice Generational Grace Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria:

This scholarship is open to all contestants.
The contestant and their family must exemplify good sportsmanship, kindness, and grace both on and off the stage.
Demonstrate a willingness to assist and encourage others throughout the competition.
Engages in acts of service, such as helping fellow contestants, offering emotional support, or assisting with event needs.
Show respect and a positive attitude regardless of the outcome.

This scholarship will be awarded at the State & Sweetheart Pageant on March 7, 2026, and at the Miss Northern International Global Finals on November 13-15, 2026.

Lilly's Wish Fostering Hearts Scholarship

Eligibility Criteria:

All contestants are eligible.
Several scholarships will be awarded.
The Junior Division contestant who collects the most donations will receive a $100 cash scholarship.
The Senior Division contestant who collects the most donations will receive a $100 cash scholarship.
The contestant who raises the most awareness and donates to support foster care, using the hashtag #FosteringHeartsToyDrive2026, will receive a $150 cash scholarship.
All contestants will be entered into a raffle for a chance to win a $50 cash scholarship.

Scholarships will be awarded at the Miss Northern International Global Finals, taking place from November 13 to 15, 2026. Donations will be turned in at Registration on November 13, 2026.