Meghan Poore, Miss TriStar Volunteer, was crowned Miss Tennessee Volunteer 2026, and won a $10,000 scholarship when the annual pageant was held at the Carl Perkins Civic Center, Saturday.

1st Runner-up – Gracelyn Eaves, Miss Nashville Volunteer – $5,000 scholarship

2nd Runner-up – Lydia Waldrop, Miss Mid-South Fair Volunteer – $4,000 scholarship

3rd Runner-up – Lilly Reaves, Miss Germantown Volunteer – $3,000 scholarship

4th Runner-up – Kailyn Maclin, Miss Memphis Volunteer – $2,000 scholarship

A nonprofit organization based in Jackson, Tennessee, Miss Tennessee Volunteer is a statewide, service-oriented scholarship program seeking to empower young women through education and opportunity.

One of the top providers of scholarships for young women in Tennessee, Miss Tennessee Volunteer is also the No. 1 economic driver for the City of Jackson.

(PHOTO: Meghan Poore, Miss TriStar Volunteer)