Headlights for Hope Scholarship
$1,000
Introduction
At Clark & Howell we recognize how common motorcycle crashes remain across the country. While Maine is consistently ranked among the three safest states to drive in the U.S., the state recently experienced nearly a threefold increase in motorcycle fatalities compared with earlier years. New Hampshire also reported a 6% rise in crash-related deaths in 2024. With a goal of improving roadway safety and reducing these tragic outcomes, we are launching the 2026 Headlights for Hope Scholarship to encourage awareness and generate practical ideas for preventing motorcycle accidents and distracted driving.
Eligibility
- Open to legal U.S. residents living...
Introduction
At Clark & Howell we recognize how common motorcycle crashes remain across the country. While Maine is consistently ranked among the three safest states to drive in the U.S., the state recently experienced nearly a threefold increase in motorcycle fatalities compared with earlier years. New Hampshire also reported a 6% rise in crash-related deaths in 2024. With a goal of improving roadway safety and reducing these tragic outcomes, we are launching the 2026 Headlights for Hope Scholarship to encourage awareness and generate practical ideas for preventing motorcycle accidents and distracted driving.
Eligibility
- Open to legal U.S. residents living...
Island Institute Scholarship
$6,000
Island Institute Scholarship — Overview
The Island Institute Scholarship supports students connected to Maine’s island and coastal communities. Eligible applicants include those who live on or attend school on any of Maine’s 15 year-round, unbridged islands, students enrolled at Deer Isle / Stonington High School, and residents of St. George. Candidates may apply beginning in their senior year of high school. Awardees receive $1,500 per year for up to four years (maximum $6,000) to help cover the cost of post-secondary study or vocational training.
Eligibility and Requirements
- Be a resident of or attend high school on one of Maine’s...
Island Institute Scholarship — Overview
The Island Institute Scholarship supports students connected to Maine’s island and coastal communities. Eligible applicants include those who live on or attend school on any of Maine’s 15 year-round, unbridged islands, students enrolled at Deer Isle / Stonington High School, and residents of St. George. Candidates may apply beginning in their senior year of high school. Awardees receive $1,500 per year for up to four years (maximum $6,000) to help cover the cost of post-secondary study or vocational training.
Eligibility and Requirements
- Be a resident of or attend high school on one of Maine’s...
ASCE Civil Engineering Scholarship for High School Seniors
$2,000
Overview
This scholarship supports Maine high school seniors who intend to pursue a Civil Engineering degree at the college or university of their choice.
Eligibility
- Open to graduating high school seniors in Maine
- Applicants must plan to major in Civil Engineering at an accredited college or university
How to Apply
Candidates must submit a completed application, include references, and provide a written statement explaining their interest in civil engineering. Application forms can be obtained through Maine high school guidance offices or by contacting:
Leslie L. Corrow, P.E.
American Society of Civil Engineers — Maine Section, Scholarship Chair
Kleinschmidt...
Overview
This scholarship supports Maine high school seniors who intend to pursue a Civil Engineering degree at the college or university of their choice.
Eligibility
- Open to graduating high school seniors in Maine
- Applicants must plan to major in Civil Engineering at an accredited college or university
How to Apply
Candidates must submit a completed application, include references, and provide a written statement explaining their interest in civil engineering. Application forms can be obtained through Maine high school guidance offices or by contacting:
Leslie L. Corrow, P.E.
American Society of Civil Engineers — Maine Section, Scholarship Chair
Kleinschmidt...
Mainely Character Scholarship
$5,000
Overview
This scholarship recognizes Maine high school seniors who exemplify outstanding personal character. Below are the eligibility rules, the specific character qualities we evaluate, and guidance for completing your application.
Eligibility
You are eligible to apply if all of the following are true:
- You are a resident of Maine.
- You are graduating from high school in the same calendar year you submit your application.
- Your high school is located in Maine (students enrolled in out-of-state high schools are not eligible).
- You plan to enroll at an accredited post-secondary school after high school. If you intend to...
Overview
This scholarship recognizes Maine high school seniors who exemplify outstanding personal character. Below are the eligibility rules, the specific character qualities we evaluate, and guidance for completing your application.
Eligibility
You are eligible to apply if all of the following are true:
- You are a resident of Maine.
- You are graduating from high school in the same calendar year you submit your application.
- Your high school is located in Maine (students enrolled in out-of-state high schools are not eligible).
- You plan to enroll at an accredited post-secondary school after high school. If you intend to...
Mitchell Scholarship
$10,000
Overview The Mitchell Scholarship application window opens December 1, 2025, and closes March 1, 2026. Each Mitchell Scholar receives a $10,000 college award, distributed in four equal annual payments of $2,500, plus access to a variety of no-cost programs, resources, and additional funding opportunities during and after college. For the coming cycle, the Mitchell Institute will provide 200 college scholarships across the state — guaranteeing at least one award to a graduating student from every Maine public high school who intends to enroll in a two- or four-year college in fall 2026. Who is eligible - Must be a full-time...
Overview The Mitchell Scholarship application window opens December 1, 2025, and closes March 1, 2026. Each Mitchell Scholar receives a $10,000 college award, distributed in four equal annual payments of $2,500, plus access to a variety of no-cost programs, resources, and additional funding opportunities during and after college. For the coming cycle, the Mitchell Institute will provide 200 college scholarships across the state — guaranteeing at least one award to a graduating student from every Maine public high school who intends to enroll in a two- or four-year college in fall 2026. Who is eligible - Must be a full-time...
Geiger Scholarship
$10,000
The Geiger Scholarship — for Maine island students (grades 6 through college)
Purpose
The Geiger Scholarship provides financial assistance to students who live on Maine’s year‑round, unbridged islands and wish to pursue educational enrichment off-island. Eligible activities include summer camps, semester study abroad or away, and structured gap‑year programs.
Who may apply
- Students in middle school through college who reside on a year‑round, unbridged Maine island.
- Students who are currently enrolled in or who have completed the highest grade offered at their island school.
- Magnet students who show a clear commitment to their island school and who...
The Geiger Scholarship — for Maine island students (grades 6 through college)
Purpose
The Geiger Scholarship provides financial assistance to students who live on Maine’s year‑round, unbridged islands and wish to pursue educational enrichment off-island. Eligible activities include summer camps, semester study abroad or away, and structured gap‑year programs.
Who may apply
- Students in middle school through college who reside on a year‑round, unbridged Maine island.
- Students who are currently enrolled in or who have completed the highest grade offered at their island school.
- Magnet students who show a clear commitment to their island school and who...
Maine 4-H Foundation Scholarships
$2,500
Intro
These scholarships support 4-H participants who are continuing their education after high school. The application helps applicants build a resume and summarize their educational and work experiences for college and future careers. Applicants are encouraged to start early.
Deadlines
- Submit your application to your local UMaine Extension county 4-H office or one of the 4-H Camp & Learning Centers (by email or in person) by Monday, March 2, 2026.
- 4-H staff must forward approved applications to the Maine 4-H Foundation by Monday, March 9, 2026.
- Note: the 4-H story and resume included with your application must...
Intro
These scholarships support 4-H participants who are continuing their education after high school. The application helps applicants build a resume and summarize their educational and work experiences for college and future careers. Applicants are encouraged to start early.
Deadlines
- Submit your application to your local UMaine Extension county 4-H office or one of the 4-H Camp & Learning Centers (by email or in person) by Monday, March 2, 2026.
- 4-H staff must forward approved applications to the Maine 4-H Foundation by Monday, March 9, 2026.
- Note: the 4-H story and resume included with your application must...
Maine Mayflower Scholarships
$1,500
Eligibility
Any high school senior (or equivalent) who is a direct descendant of a Mayflower passenger (1620) and who has a blood relative who is either a current member in good standing of the Maine Mayflower Society, a deceased member of the Society, or a Junior or Junior Life member, is eligible to apply. Scholarships are intended for GRADUATING HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS ONLY who plan to pursue further education. Up to three $1,500.00 scholarships are expected to be awarded annually.
Distribution of application materials
Application letters and forms will be mailed automatically to State Junior and Junior Life members who...
Eligibility
Any high school senior (or equivalent) who is a direct descendant of a Mayflower passenger (1620) and who has a blood relative who is either a current member in good standing of the Maine Mayflower Society, a deceased member of the Society, or a Junior or Junior Life member, is eligible to apply. Scholarships are intended for GRADUATING HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS ONLY who plan to pursue further education. Up to three $1,500.00 scholarships are expected to be awarded annually.
Distribution of application materials
Application letters and forms will be mailed automatically to State Junior and Junior Life members who...
Barowsky Scholars
$25,000
Overview
The Barowsky Scholars program awards renewable scholarships to Maine students who aim to develop strong listening, facilitation, civic discourse, and negotiation abilities — skills for building trust and bridging divides among people with differing perspectives. Candidates should be high school graduates planning to pursue a bachelor’s degree at a four-year college. The award is funded by the Andrew P. Barowsky Foundation and managed by The Philanthropic Initiative (TPI).
Award details
- Four-year, renewable scholarship that helps cover tuition, fees, and other allowable educational costs at an accredited, four-year U.S. college or university.
- Merit-based support for students who demonstrate...
Overview
The Barowsky Scholars program awards renewable scholarships to Maine students who aim to develop strong listening, facilitation, civic discourse, and negotiation abilities — skills for building trust and bridging divides among people with differing perspectives. Candidates should be high school graduates planning to pursue a bachelor’s degree at a four-year college. The award is funded by the Andrew P. Barowsky Foundation and managed by The Philanthropic Initiative (TPI).
Award details
- Four-year, renewable scholarship that helps cover tuition, fees, and other allowable educational costs at an accredited, four-year U.S. college or university.
- Merit-based support for students who demonstrate...
Vernon T. Swain, P. E. / Robert E. Chute, P. E. Scholarship
$3,000
INTRODUCTION
The Maine Society of Professional Engineers (MeSPE) offers two (2) scholarships each Spring to graduating high school seniors.
APPLICATION WINDOW & SUBMISSION METHOD
- Application materials for the current award cycle are normally posted in December. See the current-year forms in the Google Drive folder linked on our site.
- Applications are accepted by USPS mail only; electronic submissions will not be considered. All applications must be received with a postmark no later than the deadline printed on the current-year forms (typically mid-March).
- For this scholarship cycle (Vernon T. Swain, P. E. / Robert E. Chute, P. E....
INTRODUCTION
The Maine Society of Professional Engineers (MeSPE) offers two (2) scholarships each Spring to graduating high school seniors.
APPLICATION WINDOW & SUBMISSION METHOD
- Application materials for the current award cycle are normally posted in December. See the current-year forms in the Google Drive folder linked on our site.
- Applications are accepted by USPS mail only; electronic submissions will not be considered. All applications must be received with a postmark no later than the deadline printed on the current-year forms (typically mid-March).
- For this scholarship cycle (Vernon T. Swain, P. E. / Robert E. Chute, P. E....
Joe DiPietro Scholarship
$1,500
Overview
The Joseph A. DiPietro Memorial Scholarship was created in 2003 to honor Joe DiPietro, a well-known Portland businessman and longtime Portland Water District (PWD) trustee. Joe served on the PWD Board from 1988 until 2003 and owned DiPietro’s Sandwich Shop on Cumberland Avenue in Portland. Deeply involved in his community, he supported youth, families, and education and volunteered with organizations such as the Boys & Girls Club, St. Peter’s Roman Catholic Church, and the Lions Club.
Purpose
This scholarship supports a student who lives within the Portland Water District service area and is preparing for a career related to...
Overview
The Joseph A. DiPietro Memorial Scholarship was created in 2003 to honor Joe DiPietro, a well-known Portland businessman and longtime Portland Water District (PWD) trustee. Joe served on the PWD Board from 1988 until 2003 and owned DiPietro’s Sandwich Shop on Cumberland Avenue in Portland. Deeply involved in his community, he supported youth, families, and education and volunteered with organizations such as the Boys & Girls Club, St. Peter’s Roman Catholic Church, and the Lions Club.
Purpose
This scholarship supports a student who lives within the Portland Water District service area and is preparing for a career related to...
DeMolay & Pine Tree Youth Foundation Scholarships
$1,000
The Maine DeMolay and Pine Tree Youth Foundation provides support to young people across Maine by offering annual scholarships to Maine high-school graduates who plan to pursue further formal education. The number and value of awards vary from year to year. While a few scholarships are restricted by donor specifications or are limited to graduates of particular schools, the majority are granted through open competition. Awards are given without regard to race, religion, age, gender, national origin, or “Masonic Family” relationships.
About the Order of DeMolay
The Order of DeMolay is a global fraternal organization for young men ages 12–21,...
The Maine DeMolay and Pine Tree Youth Foundation provides support to young people across Maine by offering annual scholarships to Maine high-school graduates who plan to pursue further formal education. The number and value of awards vary from year to year. While a few scholarships are restricted by donor specifications or are limited to graduates of particular schools, the majority are granted through open competition. Awards are given without regard to race, religion, age, gender, national origin, or “Masonic Family” relationships.
About the Order of DeMolay
The Order of DeMolay is a global fraternal organization for young men ages 12–21,...
