This project is inspired by:
Joanie's Wish
The 2026 Golden Beauty Pageant is developed in memory of York County resident Joan Fricke, a beloved friend of YCEATF President Officer Candice Simeoni.
The two met while Candice was delivering Meals on Wheels in 2020.
Because beauty doesn’t fade. It evolves.
shining a spotlight on women 60+ who radiate wisdom, strength, style, and timeless beauty.
“The Golden Beauty Pageant celebrates the timeless elegance, resilience, and spirit of women aged 60 and above. Our mission is to honor the beauty that grows with age—beauty shaped by experience, compassion, and wisdom. We empower older women to embrace their stories, uplift one another, and shine brightly as role models to their families and in their communities.”
