June 19, 2026
MOBILE, Ala. — The Maynard 4 Foundation proudly announces the crowning of its 2026 national titleholders for the Miss Juneteenth America Scholarship Pageantry Program®, a premier leadership and scholarship program that empowers young women through education, cultural awareness, leadership development, and community engagement.
Junior Miss Juneteenth America® 2026
Queen Erin Hammond of Mobile, Alabama
Erin Hammond has been crowned Junior Miss Juneteenth America® 2026. Erin is an accomplished young leader whose aspirations include becoming a family physician dedicated to serving communities through healthcare and advocacy. Her commitment to academic excellence, leadership, and service distinguished her throughout the competition and reflects the mission of the Miss Juneteenth America Scholarship Pageantry Program®.
Queen Erin’s Dream HBCU is Jackson State University.
Teen Miss Juneteenth America® 2026
Queen Tammy Maku of Fort Worth, Texas
Tammy Maku has been crowned Teen Miss Juneteenth America® 2026. Tammy is an aspiring broadcast journalist whose passion for communication, leadership, and storytelling has positioned her as an exceptional ambassador for the program. Throughout her reign, she will represent the values of education, leadership, and community service while inspiring young people across the nation.
Queen Tammy’s Dream HBCU is Spelman College.
The 2026 titleholders were selected during the fifth anniversary celebration of the Miss Juneteenth America Scholarship Pageantry Program, which welcomed participants from across the United States to Mobile, Alabama, for a week of leadership development, cultural education, scholarship opportunities, and community engagement.
As national ambassadors, Queen Erin and Queen Tammy will represent the program throughout the year at educational events, civic engagements, community initiatives, cultural celebrations, and leadership conferences throughout the country.
VisionSpot Partnership Launches Queens’ Leadership Journey
The Maynard 4 Foundation is also proud to announce its partnership with VisionSpot Enterprises through the 2026–2027 VisionSpot Queens Leadership & Travel Fund, a philanthropic initiative designed to support the leadership development, educational enrichment, community engagement, official appearances, travel opportunities, and ambassadorial responsibilities of the reigning queens.
Through its Empowering Community Progress Initiative, VisionSpot Enterprises is making a philanthropic investment in the next generation of leaders by supporting opportunities that will strengthen leadership skills, expand community engagement, and elevate the impact of Queen Erin and Queen Tammy throughout their reign.
In recognition of the fifth anniversary year of the Miss Juneteenth America Scholarship Pageantry Program, VisionSpot Enterprises has committed $5,000 to establish the VisionSpot Queens Leadership & Travel Fund, reflecting a shared investment in youth leadership development, community engagement, and the success of the reigning queens.
VisionSpot Enterprises is a nationally recognized leadership and organizational diagnostics firm that transforms how leaders, teams, and organizations perform. Through its support of the Miss Juneteenth America Scholarship Pageantry Program, VisionSpot is helping advance community-centered initiatives while investing in emerging leaders and turning vision into impact.
“The Miss Juneteenth America Scholarship Pageantry Program is about far more than a crown,” said Suntrease Williams-Maynard, Founder and Director of The Maynard 4 Foundation. “It is about preparing young women to lead with purpose, serve with excellence, and create meaningful impact in their communities. We are proud to celebrate Queen Erin and Queen Tammy and grateful for partners like VisionSpot Enterprises who invest in the next generation of leaders.”
The Maynard 4 Foundation extends its congratulations to Queen Erin Hammond and Queen Tammy Maku and looks forward to supporting their continued growth, leadership, and service throughout their reign.
As the Miss Juneteenth America Scholarship Pageantry Program celebrates its fifth anniversary year, The Maynard 4 Foundation is also pleased to announce that applications for the Class of 2027 will open on July 1, 2026. Young women ages 13–18 from across the United States are encouraged to apply for the opportunity to participate in a nationally recognized leadership and scholarship program focused on education, service, cultural awareness, personal growth, leadership development, and community engagement.
About The Maynard 4 Foundation
Founded on June 19, 2020, The Maynard 4 Foundation is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to expanding opportunity through education, health equity, culture, and community engagement. Through innovative programs, strategic partnerships, scholarships, and leadership initiatives, the Foundation empowers individuals to achieve their fullest potential while advancing the principles of freedom, service, and lifelong learning.
About the Miss Juneteenth America Scholarship Pageantry Program
The Miss Juneteenth America Scholarship Pageantry Program is a national leadership and scholarship program for young women ages 13–18. The program integrates leadership development, cultural education, community engagement, scholarship opportunities, and service. Headquartered in Mobile, Alabama, the program provides participants from across the country with transformative experiences that build confidence, strengthen leadership capacity, and prepare the next generation of leaders.
