MARQUETTE — Grow & Lead: Community and Youth Development has announced applications are now being accepted for the Judy Watson Olson Education Enrichment Award in honor of former GLCYD president and CEO.

This $500 award assists Upper Peninsula K-12 schools, teachers, or organizations with programs that help youth succeed academically.

Applicants must be from Upper Peninsula school districts, College Access Networks or other youth-serving organizations. Selection will be based on how the program addresses an unmet need, how it helps youth succeed academically, the number of youth served, and other compelling data as determined by the selection committee.

The winner of the award will be recognized at the Excellence in Education Week Awards Program on April 27 at Northern Michigan University. Applications can be found at www.glycd.org or by contacting Grow & Lead at info@glcyd.org. The deadline to submit completed applications is Friday.

Direct any specific questions to kthompson@glcyd.org.