Winners will receive $2,000 to fund their social enterprise and travel, lodging, and registration expenses to the National Service Learning Conference in San Jose, California on March 24-27, 2010. The winner will serve as a spokesperson for YSA's initiatives, be invited to serve on the executive board of Girls Helping Girls, and be provided access to YSA's resources to support and expand social enterprise. To be eligible for the award, nominees must be females between the ages of 14 and 17; reside in the United States; have started her own social enterprise or organization; be supported by contributions of at least $1,000; and have a business plan, including an itemized budget. Special consideration will be given to nominees from West Virginia and metropolitan Washington, D.C.

Deadline: January 15, 2010