Miss Dowagiac Scholarship Pageant

05/29/2026

Miss Dowagiac and Court have been BUSY lately 💫 From graduation, to the Memorial Day parade, to face painting smiles all over Kincheloe’s field day — it’s been such a fun and meaningful season. ❤️
We are very grateful for every opportunity to connect with our community and spread positivity. ✨

05/04/2026

Miss Dowagiac and Court had the privilege of visiting our State Capitol, where they toured the building and had the pleasure of meeting with Brad Paquette - State Representative.
It was especially meaningful to have each member of our Court recognized with an official State of Michigan Special Tribute.

Huge thank you to Brad and his staff for their kindness and hospitality—it made the day even more special.
This experience left us all eager to continue learning more about our amazing state. 👑

04/25/2026

What an incredible day for Haley’s Meals & Heels Food Drive! 👠👑

We are so thankful for the overwhelming support from everyone who donated—your generosity truly makes a difference in our community. A very special thank you to St. Francis Outreach Food Pantry for partnering with Haley on this meaningful event.

It was extra special that the day coincided with the Spring Open House in downtown Dowagiac. Miss Dowagiac and Court had a wonderful time participating as live mannequins in a few local businesses this afternoon.

Thank you to Cottage Gallery, The Marshall Shoppe, and The Banana Tree Café for inviting our court to be part of the fun! 🌸

04/24/2026

Today was such a meaningful day at Dowagiac Middle School. 💙

Miss Dowagiac and Court had the opportunity to visit and speak with students about su***de prevention, reminding them that they are never alone and that their voices matter. We wanted to be a listening ear for anyone who needed it.

Mya courageously shared her own struggles from her middle school years, emphasizing how important it is to know just how loved and valued you truly are. Her honesty made a powerful impact.

We are so grateful for the chance to connect, support, and have open conversations about such an important topic.
Thank you, Dowagiac Middle School, for giving us the platform to speak and make a difference. 💙👑

04/23/2026

✨ Reminder: Haley Henry is hosting a food drive this Saturday from 10 AM–2 PM at the Snow Building. ✨

While you’re out, be sure to stop by downtown and check out the court participating in the Spring open house—they’ll be featured in store windows as live mannequins! 🌸🛍️

We’ve had a few people ask about donation options for Haley’s Meals & Heels event on April 25th—and we’re happy to share that we will be accepting both cash and check!

Checks can be made payable to Saint Francis Outreach with “food pantry” in the memo line. We will also have a donation jar available at the event, with all proceeds going directly to the Saint Francis food pantry right here in our community.

At this time, we are not able to accept PayPal or Venmo donations.

Thank you for all the support and excitement surrounding Haley’s event—we can’t wait to come together and give back! 💛

04/22/2026

From Miss Dowagiac 2026 Mya Vazquez and the Miss Dowagiac Scholarship Pageant Committee, Congratulations to Miss Eau Claire/Sodus/Dowagiac, Taylor Costanza, on being crowned Miss Blossomtime 2026.

Kudos to young women pursuing new experiences! Although the Miss Dowagiac Scholarship Pageant and the Miss Eau Claire/Sodus/Dowagiac Pageant are not affiliated, the mission is similar: opportunities for young women.

Well done, Taylor!

04/21/2026

This Friday, Miss Dowagiac and Court will be visiting the middle school to share encouragement, connection, and an important reminder: every student deserves to feel seen, heard, and valued.

Middle school can bring big feelings and challenges, but these young leaders are passionate about making sure students know their worth—no matter what they may be going through.

Miss Dowagiac, Mya Vazquez, has already shared her heart on this message during the pageant, where she spoke about the importance of knowing your value. Now, she is continuing that mission—making sure every middle schooler understands their life has purpose and meaning.
We’re looking forward to a day filled with positivity, inspiration, and hope.

There may be pain in the night, but joy comes in the morning. 💜👑

04/19/2026

The whole Miss Dowagiac 2026 Crew saying hi from prom!
Looking absolutely stunning! 🤩 👑

04/17/2026

Miss Congeniality was at Pat Ham today to kick off her kindness mission—and what a day it was! She spent time making bracelets, building new friendships, and handing out compliments like candy all day long 💗
A big thank you to Patrick Hamilton for welcoming us in and giving us the opportunity to speak into your amazing students.

And to the Dowagiac community—let’s hear it! What compliments have you given or received today?
Remember, kindness doesn’t need to wear a crown 👑✨

04/14/2026

Aaliyah Northrop, the 2026 Miss Congeniality, is bringing her platform of kindness to Patrick Hamilton Elementary this Friday, April 17th! 👑💫

Aaliyah, along with the rest of the Miss Dowagiac Court, will be visiting the school to take part in a fun bracelet-making activity with students. Each bracelet will serve as a meaningful reminder of her powerful message:

You don’t need a crown to be kind. 💕

This special visit is part of the Court’s ongoing mission to give back to the community and inspire younger generations through simple, positive acts.

💥 During her visit, Aaliyah will also be launching a Kindness Challenge for students, the school, and the entire Dowagiac community! Be sure to watch her video below to hear her call to action and learn how you can participate.

📸 We would love to see kindness in action! Tag us or comment to share your experience — because true kindness doesn’t require a title.💖