Businesswomen offer academic scholarships

March 18 is the deadline to apply for a scholarship from the Maryland Capital Chapter of the American Business Women's Association for the 1994-1995 academic year.

Students attending an accredited college or university who have completed 60 credit hours are eligible to apply.

Information: 266-6145, after 5 p.m.

YWCA sponsors essay, art contest

The YWCA of Annapolis and Anne Arundel County is sponsoring an essay and art contest for grades two through high school seniors.

Second- and third-graders should write a 50-word essay; fourth- through seventh-graders should write a 100-word plus essay; and eighth-graders and up should submit a 200-word plus essay.

Artwork may be submitted on paper, cardboard or canvas no larger than 12 inches by 18 inches.

Winning artists and essayists will receive $50 bonds and have their work displayed in YWCA headquarters in April.

Entries should be sent by April 8 to Margie Ellerson, YWCA, 1517 Ritchie Highway, Arnold 21012.

For more information, call 573-7065.

Neighborhood grants available for projects

April 15 is the deadline to apply for a grant through The Chase Manhattan Bank's Neighborhood Grants Program.

Community organizations may apply for a grant to support improvement projects that enhance their neighborhoods.

Grants are from $500 to $1,000.

Information: (410) 576-8112.