African-Americans (up to 25 years old) interested in pursuing education and training to acquire the skills needed to launch successful careers or entrepreneurial endeavors can apply for the Pride Entrepreneur Education Program (PEEP) Scholarship.

Applicants will be required to complete an application form, write a personal statement and submit a letter of recommendation from a teacher, counselor, administrator or member of the community.

Completed applications must be returned to PEEP by May 16, 2011. Scholarships for the 2011-2012 academic year will be announced in June. Visit www.peepcharlotte.org for more information or contact Pauline Feimster at (704) 375-9553.

All-expense-paid D.C teen summit

The American Public Transportation Association (APTA) is accepting applications through April 22 for the Generation Green on Board: A Youth Summit to Advance Public Transportation.

This all-expenses-paid summit, which will take place June 26-30, will offer participants the opportunity to spend five days in Washington, D.C., meeting with lawmakers, leaders, and industry professionals, as they learn about the impact public transportation can have on the future.

"This event will empower the participating teens to become environmental leaders and public transportation advocates," said APTA President William Millar. "Additionally, the youth summit will highlight how public transportation is a green industry with many employment opportunities."

Applicants must be a high school junior or senior in the 2011-2012 school year. Visit www.apta.com/youthsummit, call (704) 336-3898 or send an email to lboyd@charlottenc.gov for more information.

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