<p>Will second the local science fairs. Around here, there are a number of organizations that offer small awards as part of the fair. S brought home $800 for four hours of standing with his poster (which he had already done for other competitions and for school). </p>
<p>Another suggestion: if you win a big award after you’ve already been accepted at a college, LET THAT SCHOOL KNOW. We feel S came by some scholarship $$ because he won a big award and the school saw him as an even more attractive fish to catch.</p>
<p>Laptops as awards are also a great thing. Saved the Bank of Mom and Dad a couple of grand!!</p>