Miss Black Girls Read & Rise 2026
Official Scholarship Competition Voting
Visit daily to cast your vote and help your favorite contestant rise to the crown.
Each contestant has a minimum goal of 360 votes to qualify for the crown. The contestant with the highest number of votes nationwide will be crowned Miss Black Girls Read & Rise 2026 and awarded the $1,500 scholarship, official crown, sash, and national title.
A runner-up will also be crowned and recognized for her leadership and impact.
About the Campaign
Each $2.50 vote supports scholarships for young women committed to literacy, leadership, and educational success in underserved communities.
This national scholarship competition is proudly sponsored by the Esther Funds Foundation, a verified 501(c)(3) Christian nonprofit organization dedicated to preventing college dropouts through faith, service, and scholarship.
Every vote helps fund:
• Scholarships for young women pursuing education
• Literacy initiatives in marginalized communities
• Educational resources for students who need them most
• Leadership opportunities for the next generation of changemakers
Voters may cast as many votes as they choose in support of their favorite contestant.
Many supporters choose to vote multiple times throughout the competition to help their contestant stay in the lead.
Every vote directly fuels this mission and helps ensure that education remains accessible, empowering, and life-changing.
Competition Timeline
Public Voting Period
March 10 – March 17, 2026
Winners Announced
March 17, 2026
How to Vote
Step 1 — Choose Your Contestant
Select the contestant you would like to support.
Step 2 — Select Your Votes
Each vote equals a $2.50 contribution toward the national scholarship fund.
Supporters may cast unlimited votes, and contestants often receive votes from family, friends, communities, and supporters across the country.
Voting Examples
$2.50 = 1 Vote
$12.50 = 5 Votes
$25.00 = 10 Votes
$50.00 = 20 Votes
$125.00 = 50 Votes
$250.00 = 100 Votes
$500.00 = 200 Votes
Many supporters choose to purchase vote bundles to help their contestant move quickly toward the crown.
Your Vote Makes a Difference
When you vote, you are doing more than supporting a contestant.
You are helping fund scholarships, promote literacy, and uplift young women committed to changing their communities through education.
Together, we are helping the next generation read, rise, and lead.
www.estherfundsfoundation.org
The Internal Revenue Service does recognizes the Esther Funds Foundation. (EFF) as a 501(c)(3) exempt organization and public charity. Contributions to EFF are tax deductible to the extent permitted by law. EFF tax identification number 93-4917509