lorax, 17

The Truffula Meadow, United States

Bio

I am the Lorax!
I speak for the trees, for the trees have no tongues,
And I'm telling you now, at the top of my lungs -
Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot,
Nothing is going to get better. It's not.

Now the globe is warming and smog chokes the sky,
Landfills are brimming - trash teeters sky high!
Earth needs your help, and it needs your help now!
Problems need solving. And you might know how.

Pitch your idea, pitch it to me!
And I'll help you grow it, from seed to a tree.
Now is the time, this is the hour -
Show the world which you're changing
That you've got the power!

Dr. Seuss Enterprises and Youth Venture are proud to bring you the Lorax Challenge, in partnership with Earth Island Institute. It’s an opportunity for people ages 12-20 across the country to turn their dreams of saving the planet into reality. Five grand prizes winners get a FREE trip to the University of Florida for a weekend of activities, learning and fun! (Please note that only high school students are eligible for the Grand Prize.) DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS IS MIDNIGHT, MAY 31, 2008!

So you’ve got a great, planet-saving idea and you’ve got friends who are as dedicated as you are. What do you do now?

It’s time to start working on your Action Plan. If you want to download an application, or apply online, you can check out how to do that at the links in the menu. We’re here to help you fill out the application, and answer any questions you many have. You can contact us be emailing lorax@youthventure.org or calling 866-923-9863 ext. 707.

Once you’ve started working on your application, make sure you read about the Selection Panels. You can find that information on the Application Process page.

While you’re launching your Venture, you can consider applying for the Brower Youth Awards – the premier awards honoring bold young environmental leaders, hosted by Earth Island Institute. The award gives a cash prize of $3,000 to six environmental leaders annually. Find out more at www.broweryouthawards.org.

For The Ofiicial Rules, click here.
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