The Central Illinois State Pageant is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that hosts the Ms. Illinois Senior America Pageant. Established in 1981, the Ms Senior America Pageant was designed to provide enrichment to the lives of seniors and provide inspiration to the lives of others.
THE MS SENIOR AMERICA PAGEANT MISSION STATEMENT
"The Ms Senior America Pageant is the world's first and foremost pageant to emphasize and give honor to women who have reached the "Age of Elegance". It is a search for the gracious lady who best exemplifies the dignity, maturity and inner beauty of all senior Americans. The Ms Senior America philosophy is based on the belief that seniors are the foundation of America, and our most valuable treasure. It is upon their knowledge, experience and resources that the younger generation has the opportunity to build a better society."
Each contestant competes against herself, rather than being compared to other contestants. Contestants will be assessed in each of the four following areas:
Talent
Evening Gown
Interview
Philosophy of Life