FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is there a fee to
compete? Yes
1) The Hawaii American Dream MissTeenager/Teen/Miss Teen/Miss/Ms./Mrs./Mrs. Petite/ Classic and Senior. The entry fee for this year’s pageant is $200.00. This pageant is self-supporting and relies solely upon entry fees and ad sponsors to cover production expenses. This can be paid through pay pal, credit or debit card by phone, or Money Order. This fee is used to cover crowns & banners, prizes, printing, pageant location & production, some meals, entertainment, gifts and promotion of the Hawaii American Dream pageant. The entry Fee does NOT include; contestant wardrobe, personal expenses, sponsor ads, travel and lodging expenses. Contestants are welcomed to secure sponsors to cover entry fees and additional expenses. We also offer a $50 referral credit when you and a friend or if daughter’s enter together. In 2013 I have added. Entry fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Other Requirements are …
2) Contestants will be required to sell 20 tickets for pageant event.
3) Is there a Program Book Ad Sales requirement? YES
One ad page needs to be sold to sponsors for $600.00 it can be divided into (10) sponsors. Please contact the State Director (Christian Lakin) if you would like
information on advertising. You will receive a sponsor letter and receipts with you contestant paperwork.
Is there a Cash Prize? YES!
I will be award a $300 Visa Card to the ONE contestant who promotes the pageant with the most Ad sponsors. Any contestant can win this prize, regardless of her overall score during the competition.
Is hotel/lodging included? NO
Contestants are required to stay at the host hotel. Contestant may request a roommate (through the pageant Director) to lower costs. Hotel TBA soon.
Is there a pament plan? Yes
Contestants are welcome to pay their fees in full, or make a $200.00 deposit and pay for tickets and Ad sponsors as sold. Payments may be made by money order, or debit/credit cards and Paypal. All Ad fees are due as sold to make sure they are in Program book. Checks should be made out to Hawaii American Dream or Christian Lakin 2910 Flynn Lane Missoula Mt 59808. Refunds will not be given for any reason. If a contestant cannot compete, all payments are non-refundable and not transferable.
How many titles will be awarded? TEN
One Title for each Division represented Miss Teenager, Teen, Miss Teen, Miss, Ms., Mrs., Mrs. Petite, Lady, Classic, and Senior.
"Hawaii American Dream Pageant / Christian Lakin reserve the right to combine divisions with 3 or fewer contestants. "
Are contestants requirred to bring a gift? Yes
One gift under $20.00 and wrapped for exchange.
Will photo packages be available? Yes
Photo package CD's will available be around cost will be updated soon! Contestants and their families will be
permitted to take photos and video during events leading up to, but not during, the on-stage pageant competition event. Cameras or video equipment will not be allowed during any on-stage competition events. Individuals who fail to comply with this rule will be asked to leave the venue without of refund. Please be prepared for Photography throughout each day - Delegates are encouraged to dress professionally at all times.
Is hair & Make-up provided? No
I will be securing Hair & Make up people for a small charge. There will be limited availability during the pageant. We will need to set up appointments times before the pageant. Absolutely no one else will be allowed access to back stage area.
Will there be any additional awards? Yes
Side awards will not be announced until after all scores have been tabulated, and may be awarded in the following categories...
Best evening gown
Best fashion wear
- Best interview
Congeniality
- Top Sponsor Producer (Networker Prize)
- People’s choice award
Best fashion wear
Congeniality