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The Miss America Organization & The Miss America Foundation Announce 2019 Competition Scholarship Awards
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Willie DavidATLANTIC CITY, NJ – The Miss America Organization, a 501c4 and the Miss America Foundation a 501c3, are joining together to announce the totality of scholarships being awarded for the 2019 Miss America Competition.
In line with previous years, the presentation of these scholarships allow young women, across the country, to advance their education and pay off college debt. The two organizations are also working together to increase these amounts as the organization moves toward its 100th anniversary and Miss America 2021.
The Miss America Organization will award the following scholarships for the 2019 Miss America Competition:
Miss America: $50,000
1st Runner Up: $25,000
2nd Runner Up: $20,000
3rd Runner Up: $15,000
4th Runner Up: $10,000
Remaining candidates: $167,000
3 Preliminary Talent Winners: $2k each totaling $6,000
3 Preliminary On-Stage Interview Winners: $1k each totaling $3000
4 Non – Finalist Talent Awards: $1k each totaling $4,000
Candidate chosen as Miss Congeniality: $2k
Total from the Miss America Organization: $302,000
The Miss America Foundation pays out these collective scholarships, upon confirmation of eligibility, to universities, colleges and other academic and training institutions 365 days a year. While each of the scholarship times vary, candidates have up to 4 years to utilize their national scholarships from the date of the award. Miss America herself has up to 5 years to use her national scholarship from the date of the award.
The Miss America Foundation will award the following scholarships:
Jena Bartell Military Awareness: $3,000
Dr. David Allman Medical Scholarship: up to $7,500
Tiffany Phillips Athlete Scholar: $2,000
Jean Bartell Quality of Life Awards: $6,000 winner, $4,000 runner-up, $2,000 runner-up totaling $12,000
3 STEM Awards: $5,000 each totaling $15,000
2 Women in Business Awards: $5,000 each totaling $10,000
10 Charles and Theresa Brown Awards: $2,500 each totaling $25,000
Academy of Honor to the State Volunteer: $5,000
3 Candidate Children’s Miracle Maker Network Hospitals Awards: $5,000 winner $3,000 runner-up, $2,000 runner-up totaling $10,000
3 State Organization Children Miracle Network Hospitals Miracle Makers Awards $5, 000 winner, $3,000 runner-up, $2,000 runner-up totaling $10,000
The Miss America Foundation has made available the following at each state competition this year:
51 Academic Achievement Awards $1,000 to each state totaling $51,000
51 Community Service Awards: $1,000 to each state totaling $51,000
In addition, the Miss America Foundation this year, for the first time, expanded its scholarship program awarding two scholarships to individuals outside the competition. This year’s two scholarships total $2400 and were awarded to recipients Natalie Ott and Aliza Haiders both of who attended Atlantic City High School.
Total scholarships awarded from The Miss America Foundation: $203,900
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Blue Man Group Orlando Launches $25 Kids Ticket Offer at ICON Park Through Dec. 31
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July 6, 2026ORLANDO, Fla. (FNN NEWS) — Families can enjoy Blue Man Group Orlando for less this summer and fall thanks to a new ticket promotion that allows children to attend performances for $25 with the purchase of a full-priced adult ticket.
The limited-time offer is available for online purchases through Dec. 31, 2026, making one of Orlando’s newest live entertainment attractions more affordable for families.
Special Kids Ticket Offer
Under the promotion, guests who purchase a full-priced adult ticket may purchase a children’s ticket for $25.
The offer is valid for performances:
- Monday through Thursday
- Fridays at 5 p.m.
The promotion is not valid for:
- Saturday performances
- Sunday performances
- Fridays at 8 p.m.
New Orlando Production at ICON Park
Blue Man Group opened its new resident production at ICON Park in May inside a custom-built theater located along Orlando’s International Drive entertainment district.
The production blends music, comedy, technology and audience participation, while featuring many of the signature moments fans expect from Blue Man Group alongside new material created exclusively for the Orlando production.
Global Entertainment Phenomenon
Since debuting in 1991 at New York’s Astor Place Theatre, Blue Man Group has entertained more than 50 million people worldwide through resident productions and international tours.
The show continues to expand with performances in Orlando, Las Vegas, touring productions across North America and an upcoming tour in Japan.
Blue Man Group is owned and operated by Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group.
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Orange County Arts & Cultural Affairs Presents ‘HYPE HAIR’ Exhibit by Peppermint Sandy in Downtown Orlando
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June 8, 2026ORLANDO, Fla. (FNN) — Orange County Arts & Cultural Affairs will present “HYPE HAIR,” a new exhibition by multidisciplinary artist Peppermint Sandy, in the Atrium Gallery at the Orange County Administration Center in downtown Orlando.
The exhibit will be on display from June 11 through June 25, 2026, showcasing Sandy’s wearable sculptures and mixed-media works that explore beauty, fashion, culture, and identity through the lens of Black hair and lived experiences.
Opening Reception Scheduled June 11
An opening reception will be held Thursday, June 11, 2026, at the Orange County Administration Center.
- Doors open at 5 p.m.
- Program begins at 5:45 p.m.
- Admission is free
- Advance registration is requested
Exploring Beauty, Culture and Identity
Peppermint Sandy is a multidisciplinary artist whose work incorporates fabric, hair, textiles, and mixed media to examine cultural and societal perceptions of beauty, fashion, and personal identity.
“HYPE HAIR is a series of wearable sculptures inspired by not just my relationship with Black hair, but a dedication and love letter to all Black women and girls everywhere with our hair as well,” Sandy said. “From the beginning of time, Black hair is not only art, but a form of communication.”
The exhibition highlights the artistic, historical, and cultural significance of Black hair while celebrating self-expression and identity through contemporary art.
Exhibit Information
The exhibition will remain on display through June 25, 2026, in the Atrium Gallery at the Orange County Administration Center, located at 201 S. Rosalind Ave. in downtown Orlando.
The Administration Center is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., excluding holidays.
The exhibit is presented by Orange County Arts & Cultural Affairs as part of its ongoing commitment to showcasing diverse artistic voices and cultural perspectives throughout Central Florida.
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USF Credit Union Named Presenting Sponsor of ‘Rainbow To Your Door’ With $5,000 Challenge Match Grant
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June 1, 2026ORLANDO, Fla. (FNN) — The production team behind Rainbow To Your Door announced that USF Credit Union has joined the upcoming theatrical production as its Presenting Sponsor, accompanied by a $5,000 Challenge Match Grant aimed at encouraging community support and helping fully fund the project.
The partnership reflects a shared commitment to arts, education, and community engagement across Central Florida. Organizers say the challenge grant will match community contributions dollar-for-dollar up to $5,000, helping expand public access and educational opportunities connected to the production.
Original Play Celebrates Florida’s Artistic Legacy
Rainbow To Your Door is an original stage production written by Los Angeles-based playwright Kenneth Brown. The play is inspired by the historic friendship and artistic exchange between acclaimed author and anthropologist Zora Neale Hurston and artist Jules André Smith.
Set in 1938 at the historic Maitland Art Center, the production explores the challenges, triumphs, and purpose of artists navigating a rapidly changing world while preserving their creative voices.
“This partnership represents more than sponsorship. It is an investment in storytelling, culture, and preserving the legacy of artistic voices that helped shape Florida’s creative identity,” Brown said. “We are incredibly grateful to USF Credit Union for believing in this vision and helping us create meaningful community impact through the arts.”
Challenge Match Campaign Aims to Fully Fund Production
As part of the sponsorship, USF Credit Union will provide a $5,000 Challenge Match Grant to encourage community participation and charitable giving. Production organizers say that once the matching goal is reached, Rainbow To Your Door will be fully funded.
Donations generated through the campaign will support expanded accessibility initiatives, educational programming, community outreach, and audience engagement efforts associated with the production.
“USF Credit Union is proud to support initiatives that enrich the communities we serve,” said Rick Skaggs, CEO of USF Credit Union. “Rainbow To Your Door reflects the power of culture, education, and the arts to inspire meaningful conversations and strengthen community connections.”
Production Scheduled for October 2026
Media relations and promotional efforts for the production are being coordinated by Fierce Entertainment.
Rainbow To Your Door is scheduled for Oct. 10–11, 2026, at the Timucua Arts Foundation in Orlando.
Additional information regarding ticket sales, sponsorship opportunities, and the community challenge campaign will be announced in the coming weeks.
Media Contact:
Rob Henlon
Fierce Entertainment
rob@alwaysfierce.com
For sponsorship information and production updates, visit Rainbow To Your Door.
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