United States Earth Pageants
Beauties for a Cause
How do I become a National Delegate to the United States Earth® Pageants? National Delegates will be selected via state preliminary pageants or state selection process. Once we receive your request for information, you will be contacted by our National Organizer, Regional Organizer or the preliminary State Organizer to conduct a telephone interview.
Is every applicant accepted? Our goal is to maintain the level of integrity and professionalism that is enjoyed by the International Miss Earth pageant – therefore we will select only the most qualified and committed delegates on every level. Number of entrants to the 2012 national pageant will be limited, per division.
Can I re-compete, if I competed in a prior United States Earth pageant? Yes, however, you must re-apply and meet all the requirements of the 2012 national pageant. 2011 national delegates, who won a state preliminary pageant or casting, may not reenter the same state preliminary pageant or casting and must apply for an at-large title.
When can I officially enter? We are now accepting national delegates? The deadline to officially enter the 2012 National Pageant is July 1, 2012. Please note, our deadline will be strictly enforced and all mandatory forms, paperwork, photos and fees must be received on or before our deadline date.
Is there any cost or fee? Yes, in order for our organization to produce a pageant of this caliber, it is necessary for us to charge a one-time fee for each delegate to enter. Fees will vary based on the state preliminary pageant or state casting call. The fees collected will help to defray the cost of production, operating expenses, mailings, advertising, insurance and many other expenses. We continually seek out sponsors to keep our fee at the lowest possible rate and much lower than the industry standards. Earth Pageant Productions, producers of the United States Earth Pageant are made up of non-paid volunteers and we have operating cost well in the thousands of dollars. The remainder of your pageant fee pays for production staff airfare and accommodations, theater and/or hotel cost, sound and lighting and stage design.
What is the pageant fee? Please contact the national office or the state/regional preliminary organizer for details and information for your specific state.
Are there any additional cost to enter? No, there are no additional “hidden” fees required to become a delegate in the 2012 United States Earth® Pageants.
What does the fee include? Your pageant fee includes your hotel accommodations, all meals during the pageant, some competition wardrobe including opening number outfit and competition swimsuit, competition shoes, travel during the national pageant, specially planned events, motivational and educational seminars and your official satin embroidered banner. Please see our Prize Package page for additional gifts and prizes awarded to all delegates.
What does the pageant fee NOT include? For delegates who enter via the state selection process, your pageant fee does not include your travel cost/airfare to the national pageant, any travel related fees such as excessive luggage or expenses such as food while traveling. National delegates are responsible for arranging their own travel to and from the pageant Host City.
What is the benefit of entering early? For 2012, we will only be accepting one delegate per state either through a state preliminary pageant or state preliminary selection. Entering now not only gives you more time to prepare for the national pageant in July 2012. It also secures your city, county, regional or state title. This will afford you opportunities to truly make a difference within your hometown, community, school or state. It provides you with a vehicle to make appearances, get involved and network with businesses, organizations and clubs. Your title gives you the power to embrace the spirit of the pageant and the phrase "Beauties for a Cause".
Am I required to stay at the official host hotel? Yes, all delegates are required to stay at the official host hotel. This is for your own personal safety. Delegates will be provided hotel accommodations as part of their pageant fee and will share the room with another delegate. A special rate will be provided for any family or friends who will be attending the national pageant, however, they will be required to make their own hotel reservations.
What airport should delegates utilize for travel? Daytona Beach International will serve as the 2012 official airport. Delegates may opt to fly into nearby Orlando International airport, approximately 1 hour southeast of Daytona Beach. We are currently determining the need of shuttle service for those who fly into Orlando International, however, delegates may be responsible for travel/shuttle cost to and from Orlando. Please contact the national office with any questions.
May I seek a sponsor? Yes, we encourage you seek out local sponsors to help cover the cost of your participation in the United States Earth® pageants, whether on the state or national level. We are happy to provide you with tips and ideas on how to obtain sponsor and all national delegates receive an official sponsor letter announcing her participation in the national pageant.
How can I pay for my pageant fee? For states in which there is no regional organizer we accept Visa, MasterCard and Discover Cards along with personal checks, money orders and cashier checks. All fee paid after June 1, 2012 MUST be paid in certified funds. All fees must be paid in full by July 1, 2012. Please note: Delegates may be charged an additional 3% for payments made via Visa, MasterCard or Discover cards.
Do you offer payment plans? Yes, for states in which there is no regional organizer, however you may pay your entire or remaining pageant fee at any time prior to your final payment due date. A deposit of $200.00 is required to be placed on a payment plan. Seven days prior to your monthly due date, you will receive a reminder of your payment. Failure to remit the required monthly payment will result in the forfeiture of your place in the national pageant. For state pageants, please contact the state organizer.
How are titles awarded? State and Regional Titles are awarded on a first applied, first accepted, first paid basis. All delegates must win either a preliminary state pageant, be selected via regional casting or be appointed as an at-large delegate in order to participate in the 2012 United States Earth Pageants.
What if I am unable to participate after entry, are my fees refundable? Due to the ongoing yearlong planning and costs of operating the United States Earth® Pageants, we are unable to return any deposits or fees received. Under certain circumstances and at the discretion of the National Organizer, fees may be applied to the 2013 national pageant.
Am I required to sell ads for the program book? No, however ad pages are available at a reasonable cost but are not mandatory. These ad pages can be used to raise more sponsorship. Ads pages purchased will have no bearing on the final outcome of the pageant.
What are the scoring phases, how is the pageant judged and what are the judges looking for? There are five (5) equally judges phases of the United States Earth® Pageants. Interview, Personality in Swimsuit, Style and Elegance in Evening Gown, Environmental Awareness and Overall Impression competitions. Judges award scores from 1 to 10 including half-points such as 8.5. The highest and lowest score from the entire panel is discarded and the remaining scores are totaled for the composite score. Our judges seek a personable, likable, charming and approachable young women, who is confident, self-assured and able to handle herself in a wide variety of settings. Please see our areas of competition page for more details.
What is the commitment needed, if I become Miss Earth United States®? We recognize that you may have prior commitments including your education, your career and your family. Miss Earth & Miss Teen Earth United States® receive a personal appearance contract, which covers the cost of any travel required, in which the appearance was scheduled by the national office. However, we work with each of our titleholders on individual tailored made bases to accommodate any prior commitments, yet allow you the opportunity to utilize your title. In addition, the winner of the Miss Earth United States title MUST participate in the international Miss Earth pageant to be held in the fall of 2012.
Is there emphasis placed on a specific look? No! We only seek a likable, approachable and personable young lady, who is not only beautiful on the outside, but more so on the inside. She needs to radiant confidence, be self-assured and captivate a crowd. Judges are instructed not to take into consideration height, hair color, eye color or ethnic background. Delegates are not compared or judged against another delegate or specific look, rather only on herself. The delegate with the most points, is the winner.
More questions? If you do find answers to your questions, need more clarification or have additional questions, please contact us at info@earthpageantproductions.com
Our mission is to ensure you are provided with all the information you need so that you can make a well-informed decision to be part of this unique pageant system and to DISCOVER THE DIFFERENCE.
Is every applicant accepted? Our goal is to maintain the level of integrity and professionalism that is enjoyed by the International Miss Earth pageant – therefore we will select only the most qualified and committed delegates on every level. Number of entrants to the 2012 national pageant will be limited, per division.
Can I re-compete, if I competed in a prior United States Earth pageant? Yes, however, you must re-apply and meet all the requirements of the 2012 national pageant. 2011 national delegates, who won a state preliminary pageant or casting, may not reenter the same state preliminary pageant or casting and must apply for an at-large title.
When can I officially enter? We are now accepting national delegates? The deadline to officially enter the 2012 National Pageant is July 1, 2012. Please note, our deadline will be strictly enforced and all mandatory forms, paperwork, photos and fees must be received on or before our deadline date.
Is there any cost or fee? Yes, in order for our organization to produce a pageant of this caliber, it is necessary for us to charge a one-time fee for each delegate to enter. Fees will vary based on the state preliminary pageant or state casting call. The fees collected will help to defray the cost of production, operating expenses, mailings, advertising, insurance and many other expenses. We continually seek out sponsors to keep our fee at the lowest possible rate and much lower than the industry standards. Earth Pageant Productions, producers of the United States Earth Pageant are made up of non-paid volunteers and we have operating cost well in the thousands of dollars. The remainder of your pageant fee pays for production staff airfare and accommodations, theater and/or hotel cost, sound and lighting and stage design.
What is the pageant fee? Please contact the national office or the state/regional preliminary organizer for details and information for your specific state.
Are there any additional cost to enter? No, there are no additional “hidden” fees required to become a delegate in the 2012 United States Earth® Pageants.
What does the fee include? Your pageant fee includes your hotel accommodations, all meals during the pageant, some competition wardrobe including opening number outfit and competition swimsuit, competition shoes, travel during the national pageant, specially planned events, motivational and educational seminars and your official satin embroidered banner. Please see our Prize Package page for additional gifts and prizes awarded to all delegates.
What does the pageant fee NOT include? For delegates who enter via the state selection process, your pageant fee does not include your travel cost/airfare to the national pageant, any travel related fees such as excessive luggage or expenses such as food while traveling. National delegates are responsible for arranging their own travel to and from the pageant Host City.
What is the benefit of entering early? For 2012, we will only be accepting one delegate per state either through a state preliminary pageant or state preliminary selection. Entering now not only gives you more time to prepare for the national pageant in July 2012. It also secures your city, county, regional or state title. This will afford you opportunities to truly make a difference within your hometown, community, school or state. It provides you with a vehicle to make appearances, get involved and network with businesses, organizations and clubs. Your title gives you the power to embrace the spirit of the pageant and the phrase "Beauties for a Cause".
Am I required to stay at the official host hotel? Yes, all delegates are required to stay at the official host hotel. This is for your own personal safety. Delegates will be provided hotel accommodations as part of their pageant fee and will share the room with another delegate. A special rate will be provided for any family or friends who will be attending the national pageant, however, they will be required to make their own hotel reservations.
What airport should delegates utilize for travel? Daytona Beach International will serve as the 2012 official airport. Delegates may opt to fly into nearby Orlando International airport, approximately 1 hour southeast of Daytona Beach. We are currently determining the need of shuttle service for those who fly into Orlando International, however, delegates may be responsible for travel/shuttle cost to and from Orlando. Please contact the national office with any questions.
May I seek a sponsor? Yes, we encourage you seek out local sponsors to help cover the cost of your participation in the United States Earth® pageants, whether on the state or national level. We are happy to provide you with tips and ideas on how to obtain sponsor and all national delegates receive an official sponsor letter announcing her participation in the national pageant.
How can I pay for my pageant fee? For states in which there is no regional organizer we accept Visa, MasterCard and Discover Cards along with personal checks, money orders and cashier checks. All fee paid after June 1, 2012 MUST be paid in certified funds. All fees must be paid in full by July 1, 2012. Please note: Delegates may be charged an additional 3% for payments made via Visa, MasterCard or Discover cards.
Do you offer payment plans? Yes, for states in which there is no regional organizer, however you may pay your entire or remaining pageant fee at any time prior to your final payment due date. A deposit of $200.00 is required to be placed on a payment plan. Seven days prior to your monthly due date, you will receive a reminder of your payment. Failure to remit the required monthly payment will result in the forfeiture of your place in the national pageant. For state pageants, please contact the state organizer.
How are titles awarded? State and Regional Titles are awarded on a first applied, first accepted, first paid basis. All delegates must win either a preliminary state pageant, be selected via regional casting or be appointed as an at-large delegate in order to participate in the 2012 United States Earth Pageants.
What if I am unable to participate after entry, are my fees refundable? Due to the ongoing yearlong planning and costs of operating the United States Earth® Pageants, we are unable to return any deposits or fees received. Under certain circumstances and at the discretion of the National Organizer, fees may be applied to the 2013 national pageant.
Am I required to sell ads for the program book? No, however ad pages are available at a reasonable cost but are not mandatory. These ad pages can be used to raise more sponsorship. Ads pages purchased will have no bearing on the final outcome of the pageant.
What are the scoring phases, how is the pageant judged and what are the judges looking for? There are five (5) equally judges phases of the United States Earth® Pageants. Interview, Personality in Swimsuit, Style and Elegance in Evening Gown, Environmental Awareness and Overall Impression competitions. Judges award scores from 1 to 10 including half-points such as 8.5. The highest and lowest score from the entire panel is discarded and the remaining scores are totaled for the composite score. Our judges seek a personable, likable, charming and approachable young women, who is confident, self-assured and able to handle herself in a wide variety of settings. Please see our areas of competition page for more details.
What is the commitment needed, if I become Miss Earth United States®? We recognize that you may have prior commitments including your education, your career and your family. Miss Earth & Miss Teen Earth United States® receive a personal appearance contract, which covers the cost of any travel required, in which the appearance was scheduled by the national office. However, we work with each of our titleholders on individual tailored made bases to accommodate any prior commitments, yet allow you the opportunity to utilize your title. In addition, the winner of the Miss Earth United States title MUST participate in the international Miss Earth pageant to be held in the fall of 2012.
Is there emphasis placed on a specific look? No! We only seek a likable, approachable and personable young lady, who is not only beautiful on the outside, but more so on the inside. She needs to radiant confidence, be self-assured and captivate a crowd. Judges are instructed not to take into consideration height, hair color, eye color or ethnic background. Delegates are not compared or judged against another delegate or specific look, rather only on herself. The delegate with the most points, is the winner.
More questions? If you do find answers to your questions, need more clarification or have additional questions, please contact us at info@earthpageantproductions.com
Our mission is to ensure you are provided with all the information you need so that you can make a well-informed decision to be part of this unique pageant system and to DISCOVER THE DIFFERENCE.
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