The Eastside Republican Club will award a $1,000 scholarship to the author of the best essay, as determined by the Club’s judges, submitted on the topic “What is the best way to stop gun violence without infringing on the rights protected by the Second Amendment?”

The scholarship program is open to high school students graduating in 2013, and freshmen and sophomores in an accredited college or university. Students must live in King County, or attend a public, private, or home school located in King County.

Essays must be no more than 500 words in length, and must be submitted to the Club by email no later than Monday, April 22. The winner of the scholarship will be announced at the club’s monthly dinner meeting in Redmond on Tuesday, May 7.

The Eastside Republican Club was founded in 1985 to provide a warm, friendly and welcoming environment for Republicans living on the Eastside of King County. The club provides an opportunity to get to know other Republicans, to become involved with the political process, to support Republican candidates, and to learn more about the issues of the day.

For more information about the Eastside Republican Club Scholarship Essay Program and detailed program rules, visit www.EastsideRepublicanClub.org scholarship.