At-Large Contestant Signup

Why become a Miss Maryland Volunteer or Miss Maryland Teen Volunteer Contestant?
  • Gain valuable experience and develop life skills (e.g. interview skills, public speaking, interpersonal communication, social interaction, etc.)

  • Earn quality scholarship funds for college and graduate school, regardless of whether a title is won

  • Find new interests and discover new opportunities

  • Showcase your personal sense of style

  • Make lifelong friendships and relationships

  • Learn to set goals, follow them through and exceed your expectations

  • Develop a sense of responsibility for helping others

  • Foster a positive, self-motivated mindset to achieve your goals

  • Step out of your comfort zone and build confidence

  • Receive recognition for your efforts in bettering yourself and your community through volunteerism and community service

  • Gain experience in branding and ambassadorship, which can help you establish your personal brand.

  • Meet industry professionals, fellow contestants, and mentors, expanding your network for career and personal growth.

  • Represent the ever evolving legacy of Miss Volunteer America by representing the Five Points of the crown

Because you can:

But first, you need to:

  • Be available for the entirety of the Miss Maryland Volunteer Competition Weekend. (July 31st-August 2nd)

  • Be between the ages of 18 and 26 for Miss Delegates (by July 31st, 2025)

  • Be between the ages of 13 and 18 for Teen Delegates (by July 31st, 2025)

  • Be a United States citizen AND reside, work full-time, or attend school in the state of Maryland

  • Not be married at the time of competing, nor ever have been married or had a marriage annulled.

  • Not currently be a candidate for public office or pursue public office during Tenure

  • Be in reasonably good health to meet the job requirements

  • Be identified from birth as a female and continue to identify as such

  • Be able to meet the time commitment and job responsibilities as set forth by the state and national competition(s) in which you compete

  • Not be nor intend to be pregnant at the time of competing or during the Tenure. Contestant must not be a parent or the adoptive parent of any child at the time of competing or during the Tenure.

  • Not have been charged with multiple minor offenses in the last 24 months, and have never been convicted of any criminal offense and may not have any criminal charges pending against the Contestant at the time of competing.

“A Dream Come True”

“Wow! Tonight was seriously a dream come true," said the new Miss Volunteer America 2025, Berkley Bryant, just minutes after her crowning.

“I've worked so hard in my state of South Carolina to grow the Miss Volunteer America organization and to be rewarded for all of the hard work and dedication that goes into being a state titleholder is just so exciting! I look forward to putting my skills to work this year as Miss Volunteer America. I want to say thank you to Allison DeMarcus, the national board for hosting us here in Jackson, TN as well as all of the amazing women I've met through this program.”

Miss Volunteer America 2024 Hannah Perrigin

Hannah earned a grand total of $50,000 while competing at the Miss America Volunteer Competition. 

Hannah Perrigin’s remarkable achievement not only won her the prestigious title of Miss Volunteer America, but also granted her a list of exceptional opportunities. Along with $50,000 in scholarship funds, Hannah had the privilege of meeting with CAA (Creative Artists Agency) Nashville, received a Sherri Hill Designer package - including a trip to New York City for NY Fashion Week, and engaged in meetings with Big Machine Label Group and Red Street Records, among other exciting prospects.

Contestants who compete in the Miss Maryland Volunteer Program gain valuable skills and experience through participation in interviews, talent performances, public speaking, promoting individual S.E.R.V.E. initiatives and social/digital media interaction. Educational scholarships are available to all young women who advance to the state competition.

“Volunteers Working To Educate And Inspire Our Next Generation Of Volunteers.”