Miss Delta Doll Pageant

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The Miss Delta Doll Pageant is a biennial fundraiser that showcases young girls ages 3-12. This year's theme was Dare to Dream. In preparation for April’s virtual pageant, contestants participat-ed in virtual workshops to enhance self-esteem, promote positive relationships and to gain insight on race and social justice. The workshop presenters were Mrs. Jalaya Liles-Dunn and Mrs. John-nerlyn Johnson. Additionally, during Women in History month, each contestant researched and portrayed in a creative way an influential African American woman. Women highlighted by the contestants were: Ruby Dee, Gabby Douglas, Kamala Harris, Rosa Parks and Harriet Tubman. Jaela Weeks was crowned Miss Delta Doll 2021. Other Delta Doll contestants were: Elyn Wright, 1st runner-up; Victoria Merriman, 2nd runner-up; Tiana Ford and Jada Hairston. The grand total raised was $18,751.42. Each contestant received a percentage of funds raised and the remaining monies support the sorority’s public service efforts. 

The Little Miss Delta Doll Pageant is sponsored biennially.   The first Miss Delta Doll Pageant was held May 20, 2007, at the Berea Association  in Bennettsville, South Carolina.