Oakseed Ministries International is hosting their sixth annual essay contest for youth on the topic Compassion and the Imprisoned Child. Through this topic, students are invited to explore the issues facing children in prison and to offer innovative ideas to help these children. First place, second place and honorable mention prizes will be awarded for the amounts of $1000, $500, and $250. There are eight awards total in two age categories: 17 & Under and 18-22. The deadline for the essay contest is May 1, 2010. To read the complete guidelines or to submit your essay, visit http://www.oakseedessaycontest.com.