Art, essay contests celebrate Rainbows

Rainbows, the locally-based, international grief support charity for children and teens, is sponsoring two contests to celebrate the organization's 25th Birthday.

Rainbows 25th Birthday art contest is open to all kids ages 5 to 18. The theme is "rainbows." Entries can include images of hope and healing and celebration as well.

Rainbows 25th Birthday essay contest is open to kids ages 5 to 18 who are current or past participants of Rainbows grief support programs. The essays should answer the question: "What does Rainbows mean to me?"

Monetary prizes and certificates will be awarded in four categories for each contest. Entry forms and contest rules are available at www.rainbows.org.

For more information, visit the Web site or call (847) 952-1770, ext. 12. Contest deadline is March 1.