Reinita Mexicana. School workshops. Small-business support. A cultural institution isn't built over a weekend — it's built 52 weeks a year, 57 years in a row.
A year-round cultural leadership program across five age divisions, from 4-year-old Reinitas to 29-year-old Ms. Reinas. Mexican heritage, traditional dress, community service. Not a beauty pageant. A commitment.
Reinas represent MHAWM at community events, parades, fundraisers, and school visits throughout the year. They build public speaking skills, deepen their cultural knowledge, and become peer role models.
The 2026 court will be announced after this year's pageant. Court members make community appearances throughout the year, from school visits to the Grito stage.
Names and full bios coming soon.
Direct visibility and vendor partnerships for Mexican-owned restaurants, artists, and entrepreneurs. At Fiesta, on our website, and in community publications.
We bring cultural programming into Kent County schools when invited: music, dance, history, and Mexican traditions, taught by community members.
Adult and family workshops across the year: folklórico basics, Día de Muertos ofrenda-building, and traditional cooking classes. Scheduled when interest and volunteers align.
A scholarship program for Mexican-American high school seniors in Kent County pursuing higher education. Funded by Reina division fundraising year-round. Eligibility, awards, and application timeline are being finalized for 2026.
Get notified when applications open →