Illinois Miss Amazing Amplify Event Brings Opportunity to Shine
Build friendships, boost self-confidence, and practice key self-advocacy skills in a fun and supportive environment at the Illinois Miss Amazing Amplify 2026 event for girls and women with disabilities
Miss Amazing is a national nonprofit program that encourages girls and women with disabilities to consider their goals, challenge themselves and take pride in who they are.
The 2026 Illinois Miss Amazing program is accepting applications for its Amplify event on Feb. 21 at Center Stage Theater in Naperville. Applications are due on Jan. 24.
Participation in the 2026 Illinois Miss Amazing Amplify event is open to girls and women ages 5 and older who have:
- An Individualized Education Program (IEP) or Individualized Program Plan (IPP)
- A 504 Plan
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
- A physician’s records proving disability
Amplify event activities will include:
- Show rehearsal
- Interviewing
- Passion presentation
- Hair, makeup and more
Download the Amplify Participant Guide to learn more about the program.
Let your light shine at the Illinois Miss Amazing Amplify event! Fill out the Illinois Miss Amazing Participant Registration form online.
Illinois Miss Amazing will accept applications through Jan. 24 or until all spots are filled.
Do you want to volunteer? Join others with and without disabilities who will lend a hand on and off the stage. Apply to volunteer or visit the Miss Amazing website to learn more about volunteer options.
For more information about participating in or volunteering for the Illinois program, please visit the Illinois Miss Amazing website or email the event co-directors at director.il@missamazing.org.