Fifth-, sixth- and seventh-graders are invited to compete for $25,500 in Young Investor Fund portfolio shares in an essay contest.
The contest is sponsored by Stein Roe & Farnham, a unit of Liberty Financial Cos.
Entrants must answer, in 250 words: "How do you think the Internet has changed the way people save and invest?" Essays will be judged on content, style and mechanics.
Prizes will be awarded at each grade level. First place will receive $5,000, second place, $2,500, and third place $1,000 in shares.
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The entry deadline is Dec. 31. To request an entry form, call 1-800-403-KIDS or visit www.steinroe.com.