Applications Available for 2006 Cindy Rowe Young Entrepreneur Awards

High school juniors and seniors who run their own businesses can start applying for the 2006 Cindy Rowe Auto Glass Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award.

The award, given annually since 1999, recognizes young people who have established and run their own companies. The program has awarded more than $40,000 to teens who have run a variety of businesses.

"The goal of the Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award is to help motivate young people to follow their dreams and succeed," says Cindy Rowe, founder and president of Cindy Rowe Auto Glass, headquartered in Harrisburg, Pa. "These young entrepreneurs of today will lead the next generation to successful business people and employers. We want to encourage their initiative, hard work and success."

Teen entrepreneurs can visit www.cindyroweaward.com to learn more about the competition, download a printable application or submit an online application to be considered for the 2006 award. The deadline to submit applications is March 31, 2006.