Where do I begin... years ago, I held a state queen title for NAM but I was young and didnt realize how much money went into it. Fast forward to this year: because of COVID I decided to compete in their virtual appointed representative program as it was only $40 to enter. Aware of the sponsorship fees, I asked during my interview if Id have to pay that for nationals since I would not receive the $1000 scholarship that the winners of live pageants do. The judge said no. I was later notified that I had won, and during the zoom meeting was told that Id have to pay the $950 sponsorship fee by July 20th. I am a college student and cannot drop $1000 for just a crown and banner. I have also competed in another system where the max amount is $100 in DONATIONS. Yes, it goes to charity rather than into the program. Anyways, after calculating costs and realizing it would cost me around $4000 to compete in this pageant, I resigned, and let me just say that the director was VERY immature about it. NAM will not get any more of my money! User's recommendation: Hidden fees are everywhere, avoid this company!