Topic:
How would you use $5,000 to enhance the quality of life in your community?


Your essay must include answers to the following:
  What problem in your community are you addressing?
  What is your solution?
  What impact will your plan have on the community?
  Why will your plan work?


Requirements:
• Must be typed in 12-point font, double-spaced and no more than 500 words.
• Must be participant’s original work.
• Must be in English.
• Please use proper grammar and punctuation.
• Must be a 2008 graduating high school senior, currently enrolled in school.
• Must be postmarked or emailed by Tuesday, May 20, 2008, 11:59PM, PST.
• Essays must be accompanied by the following form:



Prizes:
  DROBE, Custom Clothing will donate a custom-made outfit for graduation:
      Young Man: Suit, Shirt, Silk Tie, Cuff Links, Socks and Shoes or
      Young Woman: Pants or Skirt Suit, Shirt, Ascot, Cuff Links, Stockings and Shoes or Sandals
  leap, Inc. will grant a $500 scholarship for the college of your choice.
  leap, Inc. will grant $5,000 to make your community improvement a reality.
  leap, Inc. will provide lunch for you and a community leader or celebrity role model.


To submit your entry:
Mail:
Style Is Power Essay
112 West 9th Street
Suite 826
Los Angeles, CA 90015

or

Email:
StyleIsPowerEssay@leapusa.org


About the sponsors:
leap, Inc., acronym for Learning Enrichment After-school Program, is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. leap’s mission is to develop well-rounded individuals by motivating students to excel academically, encouraging them to dream and teaching them to be healthy, productive citizens. For more information visit www.leapusa.org.

DROBE, Inc. is a full service custom clothing boutique, using the world’s finest cloth and craftsmanship. The company provides custom and tailored shirts, suits, ties, shoes and accessories. Their personal stylists identify the best colors, textures, design and fit for the diverse environments of life. For more information visit www.drobe.com.