Maine American Legion Scholarships
$1,000
Purpose
- To support young men and women pursuing education after high school.
Available Scholarships
1) Children & Youth Scholarships
- Number and amount: Six awards of $500 each.
- Eligibility: Applicants must show financial need.
- How to apply: Download and print the application available online.
2) Daniel E. Lambert Memorial Scholarship
- Amount: $1,000 (up to two awards may be granted, depending on available funds).
- Eligibility: Must demonstrate financial need; be a resident of Maine; be a U.S. citizen; and have a parent or grandparent who is a veteran.
- How to apply: Download and print the...
Purpose
- To support young men and women pursuing education after high school.
Available Scholarships
1) Children & Youth Scholarships
- Number and amount: Six awards of $500 each.
- Eligibility: Applicants must show financial need.
- How to apply: Download and print the application available online.
2) Daniel E. Lambert Memorial Scholarship
- Amount: $1,000 (up to two awards may be granted, depending on available funds).
- Eligibility: Must demonstrate financial need; be a resident of Maine; be a U.S. citizen; and have a parent or grandparent who is a veteran.
- How to apply: Download and print the...
Amos Bridge Scholarship
$1,000
Amos Bridge Scholarship Fund
Purpose
The Amos Bridge Scholarship Fund was created to assist students enrolled in the University of Maine’s Construction Engineering Technology program, the University of Southern Maine’s Certificate in Construction Management, or comparable undergraduate programs that focus on construction industry management.
Background
Amos D. Bridge emigrated to the United States in 1842 at age three and later founded Bridgecorp in Connecticut in 1875. Bridgecorp operated on a Merit (open) Shop principle, compensating employees based on their productivity. The company entered the Maine market in 1914 and relocated its headquarters to Maine during World War II. For roughly...
Amos Bridge Scholarship Fund
Purpose
The Amos Bridge Scholarship Fund was created to assist students enrolled in the University of Maine’s Construction Engineering Technology program, the University of Southern Maine’s Certificate in Construction Management, or comparable undergraduate programs that focus on construction industry management.
Background
Amos D. Bridge emigrated to the United States in 1842 at age three and later founded Bridgecorp in Connecticut in 1875. Bridgecorp operated on a Merit (open) Shop principle, compensating employees based on their productivity. The company entered the Maine market in 1914 and relocated its headquarters to Maine during World War II. For roughly...
Guy P. Gannett Journalism Scholarship
$60,000
Overview
Guy P. Gannett began his career in newspapers in 1921 when he purchased two local papers and combined them to form the Portland Press Herald. Over the decades his media holdings grew; by the time the family sold Guy Gannett Communications in 1998, the company operated three daily Maine newspapers and seven television stations across multiple states.
While still in eighth grade, Gannett added his granddaughter Maddy Corson’s name to the newspaper trust to secure her future role in stewarding the enterprise. In 2000, Corson and her uncle John Gannett used resources from the Guy P. Gannett Foundation (established...
Overview
Guy P. Gannett began his career in newspapers in 1921 when he purchased two local papers and combined them to form the Portland Press Herald. Over the decades his media holdings grew; by the time the family sold Guy Gannett Communications in 1998, the company operated three daily Maine newspapers and seven television stations across multiple states.
While still in eighth grade, Gannett added his granddaughter Maddy Corson’s name to the newspaper trust to secure her future role in stewarding the enterprise. In 2000, Corson and her uncle John Gannett used resources from the Guy P. Gannett Foundation (established...
Maine Art Education Association High School Scholarship
$1,500
Introduction
The Maine Art Education Association (MAEA) is a statewide professional organization committed to advancing high-quality visual arts education for both teachers and students throughout Maine. MAEA supports its membership with resources, professional learning opportunities, advocacy for arts education, and community events. Among its student-focused initiatives is an Annual High School Scholarship designed to encourage graduating seniors who plan to continue their studies in fine art or design.
Eligibility
To be considered for the MAEA Annual High School Scholarship, applicants must:
- Be a high school senior enrolled at a Maine high school.
- Be currently enrolled in a visual...
Introduction
The Maine Art Education Association (MAEA) is a statewide professional organization committed to advancing high-quality visual arts education for both teachers and students throughout Maine. MAEA supports its membership with resources, professional learning opportunities, advocacy for arts education, and community events. Among its student-focused initiatives is an Annual High School Scholarship designed to encourage graduating seniors who plan to continue their studies in fine art or design.
Eligibility
To be considered for the MAEA Annual High School Scholarship, applicants must:
- Be a high school senior enrolled at a Maine high school.
- Be currently enrolled in a visual...
WBRC Centennial Scholarship
$1,000
Overview
Each year a $1,000 competitive scholarship is awarded to a Maine high school senior who intends to pursue studies in architecture or in engineering (civil, structural, mechanical, or electrical). The award supports students entering accredited architecture or engineering programs.
Who is eligible
- Applicant must be a senior in a Maine high school.
- The student must have been accepted to — and plan to enroll in — a two- or four-year postsecondary institution where they will major in architecture or an engineering discipline (civil, structural, mechanical, or electrical). The chosen school must be accredited and recognized by the...
Overview
Each year a $1,000 competitive scholarship is awarded to a Maine high school senior who intends to pursue studies in architecture or in engineering (civil, structural, mechanical, or electrical). The award supports students entering accredited architecture or engineering programs.
Who is eligible
- Applicant must be a senior in a Maine high school.
- The student must have been accepted to — and plan to enroll in — a two- or four-year postsecondary institution where they will major in architecture or an engineering discipline (civil, structural, mechanical, or electrical). The chosen school must be accredited and recognized by the...
Maine Golf Scholarship
$6,000
Overview
The Maine Golf Scholarship Fund, founded in 1950, has provided more than $2.3 million in scholarships to deserving high school graduates representing all 16 counties of Maine.
Administration
Scholarships are awarded each year by the Scholarship Fund Committee, which is made up of Maine Golf Board members, staff, and volunteers. Awards are granted on the basis of golf involvement, scholastic achievement, financial need, and demonstrated personal qualities.
Award Details
- Standard scholarship: $1,500 per year, renewable for up to four years, for a maximum total of $6,000 per recipient.
- Langlois scholarships: Through a gift from Frank Langlois, two...
Overview
The Maine Golf Scholarship Fund, founded in 1950, has provided more than $2.3 million in scholarships to deserving high school graduates representing all 16 counties of Maine.
Administration
Scholarships are awarded each year by the Scholarship Fund Committee, which is made up of Maine Golf Board members, staff, and volunteers. Awards are granted on the basis of golf involvement, scholastic achievement, financial need, and demonstrated personal qualities.
Award Details
- Standard scholarship: $1,500 per year, renewable for up to four years, for a maximum total of $6,000 per recipient.
- Langlois scholarships: Through a gift from Frank Langlois, two...
Rossini Club’s Music Scholarships
$4,000
The Rossini Club of Portland organizes a scholarship contest for high school juniors and older individuals from Maine, aiming to financially support their advanced music education. The funds for these scholarships are gathered through various sources such as concert ticket sales, membership fees, investments, and primarily, your generous contributions.
Given the escalating cost of college education, the Rossini Club of Portland believes it's crucial to provide scholarships to Maine students aspiring to pursue advanced music education. The scholarship contest, which includes awards for voice, piano, and other instruments, is usually conducted biennially in June in Portland, Maine. A new award...
The Rossini Club of Portland organizes a scholarship contest for high school juniors and older individuals from Maine, aiming to financially support their advanced music education. The funds for these scholarships are gathered through various sources such as concert ticket sales, membership fees, investments, and primarily, your generous contributions.
Given the escalating cost of college education, the Rossini Club of Portland believes it's crucial to provide scholarships to Maine students aspiring to pursue advanced music education. The scholarship contest, which includes awards for voice, piano, and other instruments, is usually conducted biennially in June in Portland, Maine. A new award...
Lamey Wellehan Maine Difference Scholarship
$1,000
Introduction
The Maine Difference Scholarship, supported by Lamey-Wellehan, helps Maine students cover the cost of higher education at colleges and universities located in Maine. Recipients are expected to pursue studies that center on Maine’s ecological systems and its economic issues. By concentrating academic work on these state-specific topics, the program seeks to produce graduates whose careers will return value to both the individual and the State of Maine.
Award details
The scholarship provides a renewable $1,000 award for undergraduate study at any accredited college or university in Maine. Lamey-Wellehan redirected the funds it formerly spent on shopping bags—after eliminating bags...
Introduction
The Maine Difference Scholarship, supported by Lamey-Wellehan, helps Maine students cover the cost of higher education at colleges and universities located in Maine. Recipients are expected to pursue studies that center on Maine’s ecological systems and its economic issues. By concentrating academic work on these state-specific topics, the program seeks to produce graduates whose careers will return value to both the individual and the State of Maine.
Award details
The scholarship provides a renewable $1,000 award for undergraduate study at any accredited college or university in Maine. Lamey-Wellehan redirected the funds it formerly spent on shopping bags—after eliminating bags...
Brooksville Education Foundation Scholarship
$3,500
You may reach the Foundation for clarification by mail at the address shown above, by email at brooksvilleeducationfoundation@gmail.com, or by phone to Michael McMillen at (207) 326-9194. Supporting your continued education is our purpose — we welcome your questions and look forward to assisting you.
Please review the information below before submitting a scholarship application.
Scholarship Application — Overview
The Brooksville Education Foundation (BEF) was founded in 2000 to broaden educational opportunities for residents of Brooksville, Maine. The Foundation accomplishes this mainly by awarding scholarships to students pursuing education beyond high school. If you are a Brooksville resident seeking financial...
You may reach the Foundation for clarification by mail at the address shown above, by email at brooksvilleeducationfoundation@gmail.com, or by phone to Michael McMillen at (207) 326-9194. Supporting your continued education is our purpose — we welcome your questions and look forward to assisting you.
Please review the information below before submitting a scholarship application.
Scholarship Application — Overview
The Brooksville Education Foundation (BEF) was founded in 2000 to broaden educational opportunities for residents of Brooksville, Maine. The Foundation accomplishes this mainly by awarding scholarships to students pursuing education beyond high school. If you are a Brooksville resident seeking financial...
AFSCME Council 93 Memorial Scholarship
$1,000
Overview
Each year the AFSCME Council 93 Memorial Scholarship Fund awards ten separate $1,000 scholarships to students enrolled in accredited postsecondary programs. These awards are given in remembrance of our departed members and may be renewed for each year the recipient continues their studies, up to a maximum of four consecutive years. Over the last two decades, the Fund has distributed tens of thousands of dollars to deserving members of AFSCME families.
Who may apply
- Applicants must be Council 93 members or their spouse, child, stepchild, grandchild, or other legal dependent.
- Candidates must be accepted to, or currently...
Overview
Each year the AFSCME Council 93 Memorial Scholarship Fund awards ten separate $1,000 scholarships to students enrolled in accredited postsecondary programs. These awards are given in remembrance of our departed members and may be renewed for each year the recipient continues their studies, up to a maximum of four consecutive years. Over the last two decades, the Fund has distributed tens of thousands of dollars to deserving members of AFSCME families.
Who may apply
- Applicants must be Council 93 members or their spouse, child, stepchild, grandchild, or other legal dependent.
- Candidates must be accepted to, or currently...
UMC New England Conference Scholarship
$1,000
Each year the New England Conference Scholarship Committee invites applications from adults and recent high school graduates who plan to pursue undergraduate study at an accredited two‑ or four‑year college, university, or technical/trade school.
Applicants must be members of the United Methodist Church and may submit an application annually up until they have completed their undergraduate degree.
Eligibility (applicants must meet all of the following):
- Be a member of a United Methodist congregation located within the geographic boundaries of the New England Conference
- Have graduated from high school
- Be seeking financial support for education beyond high school...
Each year the New England Conference Scholarship Committee invites applications from adults and recent high school graduates who plan to pursue undergraduate study at an accredited two‑ or four‑year college, university, or technical/trade school.
Applicants must be members of the United Methodist Church and may submit an application annually up until they have completed their undergraduate degree.
Eligibility (applicants must meet all of the following):
- Be a member of a United Methodist congregation located within the geographic boundaries of the New England Conference
- Have graduated from high school
- Be seeking financial support for education beyond high school...
Jean Driscoll DREAM BIG Award
$1,000
The SBAGNE Board of Directors is now inviting applications for the Annual Jean Driscoll Award. This scholarship, offered in honor of Jean Driscoll, is available for qualifying SBAGNE constituents and provides up to $1,000 to help with costs related to education, personal development, or assistive services and equipment.
Eligibility and use of funds
- Applicants must be SBAGNE constituents who have Spina Bifida and are at least 14 years old.
- The award—up to $1,000—can be applied toward educational expenses, developmental programs, or assistive needs.
- Candidates should exemplify the resilience and determination associated with Jean Driscoll; the recipient will...
The SBAGNE Board of Directors is now inviting applications for the Annual Jean Driscoll Award. This scholarship, offered in honor of Jean Driscoll, is available for qualifying SBAGNE constituents and provides up to $1,000 to help with costs related to education, personal development, or assistive services and equipment.
Eligibility and use of funds
- Applicants must be SBAGNE constituents who have Spina Bifida and are at least 14 years old.
- The award—up to $1,000—can be applied toward educational expenses, developmental programs, or assistive needs.
- Candidates should exemplify the resilience and determination associated with Jean Driscoll; the recipient will...
