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Optimist International Essay Contest
Amount: $6000, $3750, $2250, $650
Scholarships Awarded: 56
The Optimist International Essay Contest is open to students who are under the age of 19 as of December 31st of the 2008-2009 school year. To be considered for this award, you must write a 400-500 word essay on the topic, “The Power of Youth” and submit it to your local Optimist Club.
http://www.optimist.org/default.cfm?content=members/mbrcdpa5.htm
Improving the Lives of Children Essay Contest
Amount: $2500
Scholarships Awarded: 1
The Improving the Lives of Children Essay Contest is available to high school seniors in Washington DC. You must compose an essay on the topic: “You have just been elected President of the United States. What is the most important thing you will do to improve the lives of America’s children?” Your essay must be no longer than 600 words.
http://www.newamerica.net/programs/workforce_and_family/essay_contest