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Looking for more scholarships? Increase your odds by applying to our Local Scholarships
Looking for more scholarships? Increase your odds by applying to our Local Scholarships
Browse our curated list of state and national scholarships below
Browse our curated list of state and national scholarships below
Be sure to read ALL criteria before submitting applications. Failure to do so could eliminate your candidacy.
We're giving one student $40,000 to help cover tuition, housing, books and other college expenses — no essay required! High school seniors who apply can also be eligible to receive acceptance (and scholarship!) offers from our Niche Direct Admissions® partner colleges.
Deadline: October 15, 2025
The P.E.O. STAR Scholarship is a highly competitive one-time $2,500 scholarship recognizing women in their final year of high school who demonstrate outstanding leadership, academic achievement, extracurricular activities and community service and who plan to pursue full- or part-time postsecondary education in the U.S. or Canada beginning in the fall following their high school graduation.
Application opens Aug. 15th - Deadline: October 15th
ScholarshipOwl is your source of relief from the dreaded application process. Take the hassle out of financial aid and maximize your chance at a free ride in college. No matter how much funding you need for school, we have the opportunities you're looking for. Applicants must be age 16 or older to apply.
Deadline: October 29, 2025
The $2,000 Sallie Mae Scholarship Sweepstakes is open to legal residents of the U.S. and must meet one of the four criteria on their webpage.
Deadline: October 31, 2025
Since 1947, the Voice of Democracy has been the Veterans of Foreign Wars’ (VFW’s) premier scholarship program. Each year, nearly 26,000 high school students compete for more than $2 million in scholarships and incentives. Students compete by writing and recording an audio essay on an annual patriotic theme. This year’s theme is "How Are You Showing Patriotism And Support For Our Country?" The Voice of Democracy is open to students in grades 9-12.
Deadline: October 31, 2025
The $25,000 “Be Bold” Scholarship is a no-essay scholarship that will be awarded to the applicant with the boldest profile. To us, boldest does not mean “best”, or “most accomplished”. Being bold means being Earnest, Determined, and Moving. The scholarship will be awarded to the student whose profile is most bold, according to those characteristics.
Deadline: November 1, 2025
The Lumiere Scholars Essay Award is a global essay competition open to high school students worldwide. 6 winners from 3 categories (Humanities, STEM, and Social Sciences) will receive a total of $20,500 in cash prizes and scholarships. Entries will be judged by professors from Oxford, Cambridge, Cornell, and Dartmouth. Questions: Email Dr. Dhruva Bhat (co-founder of Lumiere Education) at dhruva.bhat@lumiere.education.
Deadline: November 2, 2025
The Elks National Foundation will award 500 four-year scholarships to the highest-rated applicants in the 2025 competition. National awards range from $1,000 per year to $7,500 per year. Most Valuable Student scholarships are for high school seniors (or equivalent) pursuing a four-year degree, on a full-time basis (minimum of 12 semester hours), in a U.S. college or university, and be a U.S. citizen. All scholarships are in the form of certificates of award conditional upon the full-time enrollment of the winner in an accredited U.S. college or university. Men and women will compete separately and those finalists are then forwarded to district to compete at that level, then hopefully on to state and then national. Applicants will be judged on scholarship, leadership, and financial need. Freeport High School students have been the recipients of a number of Elk Scholarships in the past. The national awards will be announced in April 2025.
Applicants select from a list of the Lodges closest to their home address zip code. Please have your students choose Portland, ME Lodge 188 as their sponsoring Lodge.
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Deadline: November 12, 2025 (11:59 PST)
The Cooke College Scholarship Program is an undergraduate scholarship program available to high-achieving high school seniors with financial need who seek to attend and graduate from the nation's top four-year colleges and universities.
Deadline: November 12, 2025
The Hagan Scholarship is a nationwide need-based merit scholarship designed to help rural students graduate college debt-free. The scholarship provides up to $48,000 and other benefits over four years to attend college. Finalists that are not awarded a scholarship receive $1,000. It is not unusual to award multiple scholarships to students attending the same high school. View your eligibility here.
Application opens Sep. 1st - Deadline: December 1, 2025
The University of Maine is offering Visual and Performing Arts (VAPA) Scholarships to qualified students applying for Fall 2023 admission. The VAPA Scholarships provide $3,000 annually for students majoring in Visual or Performing Arts at UMaine. Only students who apply by the December 1, 2023 Early Action Advantage are eligible.
Deadline: December 1, 2025
The main purpose of the High School Oratorical Scholarship Program is to develop a deeper knowledge and appreciation of the Constitution of the United States on the part of high school students. Other objectives of the contest include the development of leadership qualities, the ability to think and speak clearly and intelligently, and the preparation for acceptance of the duties and responsibilities, the rights and privileges of American citizenship. Applications must be received by your local American Legion Post by 12/6/25. The constitutional speech contest will be held on February 14th, 2026 at 9:00am at Thomas College.
Deadline: December 6, 2025
To be eligible for this $2,000 scholarship, student must be in grade 11 or 12, will plan to attend college no later than October 1, 2026, has achieved a 2.5 GPA or higher in the last academic year and write an essay from one of the supplied prompts.
Deadline: December 15, 2025
The Dirk Derrick Car & Truck Accident Injury Scholarship is an award for any current or soon-to-be undergraduate student in the United States who has had his or her life altered due to an injury from a car or truck accident, be it their own injury, that of a loved one, or an influential individual. The Dirk Derrick Scholarship has a brief submission process, and applicants will be judged on their ability to convey the lasting effect an auto accident has had on their life as well as their journey to overcome those challenges.
Deadline: December 15th, annually
The University of Maine Pulp and Paper Foundation offers scholarships to chemical, civil, computer, electrical and mechanical engineering engineering technology or Forestry students interested in the paper industry. Recipients are required to complete at least two semesters of PAID co-op internship experience in the industry.
Deadline: December 31st, annually
The United States Junior Chamber International (JCI) Senate Foundation will award $1500 or $2000 scholarship grants to graduating high school seniors who will continue their education at an accredited post-secondary college or university. Scholarships of $1000 will be awarded to graduating high school seniors who will attend an accredited vocational, technical or trade school program. This year, the Foundation will be awarding grants nationally to fifty (50) high school students pursuing a college or university education.
Maine High School seniors with a GPA of 3.75 and above are eligible to send a completed application form to the address below. The Maine JCI Senate will select two candidates for the next level of judging by the US JCI Senate Foundation Scholarship Committee. The Maine JCI Senate will award a scholarship of $1,000 each to the two Maine finalists. If you have further questions, you may contact me, Dana Hall, chairman at dcdhalls@roadrunner.com. No electronic submissions will be accepted. Download and print application here.
Students should mail application package to:
Dana E. Hall
Maine JCI Senate Scholarship Chair
174 Bearce Road, Winthrop, ME 04364
Deadline: Applications need to be postmarked no later than January 12, 2026
The Profile in Courage Essay Contest challenges students to write an original and creative essay that demonstrates an understanding of political courage as described by John F. Kennedy in Profiles in Courage. Essay topic: Describe and analyze an act of political courage by a U.S. elected official who served during or after 1917, the year of JFK's birth. First place will receive $10,000, second place $3,000, with three finalists to earn $1,000 each. High school students in grades 9-12 attending public, private, parochial, or home schooled are eligible to to submit.
Deadline: January 12, 2026
Scholarships available for Maine high school seniors, as presented by the Maine Education Association, who will attend a four-year college or a Maine Community College. (Up to $10,000 for four-year students, up to $2,000 for Community College). Pick up a brochure in the Guidance Office for more details. Application forms for the scholarship must be downloaded from their website. The application forms may be downloaded between October 1st and January 31st. Mail or Electronic (now offered) in applications must be received no later than February 1, 2024. Late submissions will not be accepted. Please allow 5-7 days for mail delivery to meet the deadline. Only completed Applications in PDF format will be accepted – Please do not upload singular files.
Deadline: February 1st, annually
The Worthington Scholarship Foundation awards scholarships to graduates of partnered Maine public high schools who will be attending a participating Maine college or university. Our scholarship is based upon need and merit while generally ensuring representation from a broad cross-section of partner high schools and considering academic interests and life experiences as described in essays. For students attending a four-year college or university, scholarship amounts can be up to $20,000, which is $2,500 per semester. For two-year community college students, that amount can be up to $16,000, which is $1,500 per semester, with the option to continue on to a four-year institution. Scholarships are renewable for up to eight semesters.
This year they plan on awarding 1,000 scholarships. There is no limit on the number of scholarships awarded to each high school, so all students who meet their eligibility requirements are strongly encouraged to apply!
Application Opens: January 1, 2026
Deadline: April 15, 2026
This opportunity is for aspiring computer scientists looking to make a difference. Designed specifically to support students pursuing a Computer Science degree, this program provides a comprehensive support system, including financial aid, mentorship, and professional development. For more information and to apply, email Dr. Laura Gurney to secure a place in this dynamic program. Their team will follow up for an interview as the next step.
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Applying for the Heisman High School Scholarship is your chance to earn a scholarship toward college, as well as local, state, and national recognition for all that you’ve put into your high school career. If you’ve maintained at least a B average, participate in at least one eligible sport, are a leader in your community and role model at your school, then you’ve got what it takes.
Deadline: TBD
The Amazon Future Engineer Scholarship will provide 100 students with an opportunity to upgrade their careers with a $40,000 scholarship, plus a paid summer internship programming at Amazon. Students must be pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science.
Deadline: Will Open up in Fall 2025
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The Maine Section of the American Society of Civil Engineers will be awarding $2,000 to an outstanding Maine high school senior who plans a career in civil engineering. Civil engineers play a key role in solving many of our state’s pressing problems including: municipal waste disposal, hazardous waste disposal, air and water quality, transportation, and infrastructure. The scholarship will only be issued after a proof of enrollment in a four year ABET accredited Civil Engineering program. ASCE will hold the scholarship up to two years if necessary until a Civil Engineering major is declared. Applications are available in the Guidance Office or available for print online.
Deadline: March 1, 2023
Each year, the New England Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (NEACRAO) awards $2,000 scholarships to three high school graduates who will be enrolling in a NEACRAO member institution for the fall semester of that year.
Deadline: March 1, 2024
This needs-based scholarship is awarded to multiple Jewish high school seniors and undergraduate students. An additional scholarship, the Selma Gleit Memorial Scholarship for Women in STEM is presented to a Jewish female high school senior or college student who has demonstrated excellence and commitment in the fields of science, technology, engineering and/or math, without consideration of need.
Application Opens: March 1, 2025
Deadline: April 18, 2025
The Solid Waste Association of North America (Northern New England Chapter) is announcing the availability of a scholarship for current undergraduates, graduate students, or high school seniors, who have been accepted into an undergraduate or graduate program and have a keen interest in our industry. Applicants do not have to be SWANA members to submit for the Steve Parker scholarship.
Deadline: April 20, 2023
Provides renewable support to graduating seniors of Maine high schools who are pursuing a degree in engineering at an accredited college or university. The college or university does not have to be in Maine. Online applications will only be accepted. Applicants must register to apply online.
Deadline: May 1, 2024
Horch Roofing is offering a $1,000 individual scholarship to two graduating high school seniors who will attend a college/trade school or to a current college/trade school student who resides in the state of Maine. We believe it is important to encourage young men and women to study and find gainful employment within the trades. There are thousands of trade jobs that go untaken because there are not enough skilled laborers. We hope this scholarship will help the chosen individuals find competence, satisfaction, and enjoyment in the trades, ideally at Horch Roofing. The successful candidates should be resilient and eager learners; doers and thinkers! We are looking for candidates with a proven passion for the trades and enthusiasm to pursue a career in skilled work.
Deadline: May 2, 2024
This scholarship is open to all graduating seniors from Freeport High School, including Cumberland or York counties. Apply if you are starting your own business, heading off to a job, joining the military, attending a 2-year or 4-year college. In Austin's memory, we are looking for a candidate that is well rounded and an active participant in various aspects of both FHS and the community. This candidate will also be a positive and outgoing person.
Deadline: May 13, 2024
Candidates are high school seniors or undergraduate students who demonstrate an active participation in golf as a player and/or employee, who have a strong academic record, and who show financial need. Once awarded, the scholarship is renewable for up to four continuous years of undergraduate study. All materials that need to be submitted in addition to the online application should be sent to scholarship@mainegolf.org.
Deadline: May 15, 2024
Current high school seniors pursuing their computer science education after high school are eligible. 10 scholarships will be awarded the title “CodeHS Scholar” and will receive a $1,000 grant for their first year of post-secondary education expenses, along with the opportunity to network with peers and CodeHS team members via virtual meetups. Students must submit an original CodeHS program.
Deadline: May 20, 2024 at 11:59pm Central Time
A $500 scholarship will be awarded to (3) Maine graduating seniors to assist with the cost of their education. These recipients would demonstrate exemplary empowerment of others and embody the mission of Mbrace Orthodontics: To embrace and empower our community one smile at a time.
Deadline: May 23, 2024
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The Brookie Awards, hosted by NRCM Rising, honor Maine’s young environmental leaders age 15-30. Every two years, The Brookie Awards will honor six young changemakers who have demonstrated outstanding leadership, creativity, collaboration, and made a significant impact in Maine's environmental movement. NRCM Rising does this with the goal of learning from and inspiring each other to further Maine's environmental movement.
Deadline: Not available until 2026
This scholarship is being offered to a deserving high school student pursuing a health career. The scholarship will be payable at the end of the first semester of college. Student must reside in Androscoggin county (Durham) in order to be eligible.
Deadline: Received by February 28, 2023
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Scholarships are available to women who are citizens of North America and have a genuine interest in pursuing or advancing in the automotive and mobility sectors. While we encourage AWAF members and their family members to apply, we also welcome applicants who are not affiliated with our organization. To qualify for a scholarship, applicants must be accepted to or enrolled in an accredited collegiate program, maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher, and be citizens of North America. We accept applications year-round.
Deadline: December 31, 2024
Whether you’re already attending nursing school or were just accepted, we encourage you to apply for the Aya Healthcare Future Travel Nurse Scholarship. Each year, up to ten (10) $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to nursing students.
Deadline: December 31, 2024 (11:59pm PT)
This opportunity is available to Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander American students who will be enrolling in, or who are currently enrolled in, a U.S.-accredited college or university as a degree-seeking undergraduate student. Scholarships range from $2,500 one-year awards to $20,000 multi-year awards.
Deadline: January 15, 2025 (5:00pm EST)
Legacy Awards are $4,000 scholarships available to children and grandchildren of Elks members. Any child or grandchild (or step-child, step-grandchild, or legal ward) of a living Elk who joined the order on or before April 1, 2020, or a charter member of a Lodge that was instituted on or after April 1, 2020, is eligible to apply. The Elk must also be a paid-up member through March 31, 2024. Great-grandchildren are not eligible.
Deadline: February 3, 2025 (11:59pm PST)
Supported through the military commissary system and administered by the fisher House Foundation, awards hundreds of scholarships to qualified seniors planning to enroll in a four-year program of studies the following fall, or to college students already enrolled in a four-year program.
Application Opens: December 11, 2024
Deadline: February 12, 2025
All applicants must be US citizens currently attending or accepted to a fully accredited college or university: Schools such as but not limited to: Cornell University, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, University of Maine, University of Massachusetts Lowell, University of New Hampshire, University of Vermont, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Central Maine Community College (Precision Machining). We are looking for very special people; the future inventors, innovators and leaders of our country, students with a scientific mind, strong background in the basic principles of physics and who excel in problem solving and logical reasoning.
*NOTE: The initial scholarship application form and Mechanical Aptitude Test MUST be completed by February 15th. You should allow two weeks to schedule the Mechanical Aptitude Test. If you meet the requirements on the Mechanical Aptitude Test, you will then complete a second application form and next steps no later than March 14, 2025.
Deadline Part 1: February 15, 2025
Deadline Part 2: March 14, 2025
This annual scholarship is for $10,000 and is not academic-based and available for students with an incarcerated parent. We invite any graduating senior that is qualified and can use the support to apply.
To Qualify:
You MUST be a High School Senior in the United States
You MUST have a biological parent that is currently incarcerated
Students that are adopted and in foster care that meet all terms and conditions are encouraged to apply
You MUST prove acceptance into either an institution of higher learning or a trades program, by March – Payment shall be made directly to the institution
You MUST show proof of acceptance to attend college in the next one year and also provide an invoice issued by the institution
Only one (1) entry letter is allowed per person/household explaining how having an incarcerated parent has impacted your life
All scholarship money MUST be used on tuition ONLY and within the first or second year of high school graduation
Winners will be notified by email, posted on vmgfoundation.org, and announced in March.
Deadline: February 15, 2025
Applicants must be of Hispanic heritage, be a U.S. citizen, permanent legal resident, or DACA with a minimum 3.0 GPA and plan to enroll in an accredited, public or not-for-profit, four-year university, or graduate school in the US for the 2025-2026 academic year. Those students may also be eligible to receive a scholarship ranging in the amount of $500-$5,000. The award would be sent directly to students.
Application Opens: January 1st
Deadline: February 15, 2025
The Vegetarian Resource Group each year will award $20,000 in college scholarship money to graduating U.S. high school students who have promoted vegetarianism in their schools and/or communities. Vegetarians do not eat meat, fish, or fowl. Vegans are vegetarians who do not use other animal products such as dairy or eggs. Three individuals will be awarded up to $10,000. Entries may only be sent by students graduating from high school in SPRING 2023.
Deadline: February 20, 2025
The AGC Maine Education Foundation provides scholarships to students pursuing post-secondary education in engineering and/or construction management. Students will need to request an official copy of their current transcript from the guidance office to include with their application. In addition, the student will need to submit a 300-word essay along with the names of two references to be considered. Our scholarships range from $1,000-$4,000 each year. Contact Andrea Jewell at the AGC Maine Chapter office if you have any questions at (207)622-4741 or andrea@agcmaine.org.
Application Opens: Early January 2025
Deadline: February 28, 2025
The Mitchell Scholarship online application will open up on December 1. The completed online application, transcript, recommendation letter, and Student Aid Report will be due by March 1. Copies of the college acceptance and financial aid information will be due, if available, by April 1. Mitchell Scholarships are awarded to students who attend 2- or 4-year degree programs at colleges both in- and out-of-state. The strongest applicants demonstrate financial need, academic promise, and community impact. The award is $10,000 for each 2025 Mitchell Scholarship recipient with the potential for more than one recipient from each Maine high school.
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Application Opens: December 1, 2024
Deadline 1: March 1, 2025 - Applications, including transcript, recommendation letter, and Student Aid Index, are due.
Deadline 2: April 1, 2025 - Applicants’ acceptance letter and financial aid offer from top-choice college (if available) are due.
Since 2001 the Mainely Character Scholarship has awarded $2,500 and $5,000 scholarships to graduating seniors who demonstrate courage, integrity, responsibility, and concern for others. We focus solely on these 4 areas of character when determining awardees. Our goal for 2022 is 8 awards at $5,000 each. You may apply online, by downloading, completing and mailing or emailing the completed printable form. If you email your application please provide it as a PDF document. We will not accept applications in any other form. Email questions to mainelycharacter@gmail.com. Note: Students who decide to take a gap year between high school and post-secondary education, you must apply during your senior year of high school, and you must have already committed to a post-secondary institution.
This scholarship is for graduating seniors who:
are dedicated to helping others
work to build a better community
have overcome personal obstacles
live their values
Deadline: March 1st
Applicants to AFA’s Teen Alzheimer’s Awareness Scholarship are asked to describe ways in which Alzheimer’s has impacted them. Many stories include years of visiting grandparents at memory care facilities, volunteering at nursing homes, or caring for a loved one at home. No matter the applicant’s story, they are encouraged to apply and help break the stigma of Alzheimer’s and dementia by sharing their story. Applicants are asked to write an essay (1,500 word maximum) or submit a video no more than 4 minutes long, describing the impact of Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia-related illness on themselves, their families or their communities, and what they have learned. The recipient will receive $5,000, with additional prizes awarded for runners up.
Deadline: March 1, 2025
The Horatio Alger Association offers multiple scholarship programs available to low-income students who need help going to college and have shown great perseverance in overcoming adversity. Very few students in Maine complete the application, so there is little competition. The GPA requirement must be at least a 2.0. The state scholarship is worth $10,000 and the national scholarship is worth $25,000.
Application Opens: December 1, 2024
Deadline: March 1, 2025 by Noon EST
Offer of two $500 scholarships to encourage and assist young people of Maine to start a post secondary education in any field: vocational, technical, or academic. Two scholarships are available, one for a 9th grade student who has completed a course in Driver Education this year with a MEDEA instructor and one for a student in any grade who is related to a Driver Education instructor or school owner who is a member of MEDEA. Pick up a copy in the guidance office. Questions? Contact MEDEA Vice President, Felicia Baron-Lizotte at FLIZOTTE@beal.edu.
Deadline: Postmarked by March 7, 2025
Maine high school female seniors may be eligible for this scholarship in the amount of $1,000 to $2,000 who demonstrate an interest in science, technology, engineering, and math who are considering a career in the transportation industry. Recipients will also receive a complimentary WTS membership. Up to three (3) scholarships will be awarded.
Application Opens: Early 2025
Deadline: Postmarked by March 7, 2025
Barowsky Scholars is a new scholarship that aims to support students residing in the state of Maine, who are planning to attend a four-year college to obtain their bachelor’s degree. This scholarship seeks to support students who are interested in honing their careful listening, civic discourse, facilitation, and negotiation skills to become leaders that build trust and find common ground across people and groups with differing views and experiences. Additionally, it provides a four-year renewable scholarship of up to $25,000 based on financial need. Note: Students who decide to take a gap year following graduation may apply for this scholarship for the year they would begin college.
Deadline: March 14, 2025 by Noon EST
The Lighthouse Credit Union Foundation offers six different scholarships that student-members can apply for until mid-March every year. Students who are looking to apply for a scholarship must be a Lighthouse Credit Union member for at least one year from the opening application date which is Jan. 21. Applicants may apply for multiple scholarships but only one will be awarded per student.
Lighthouse Community Beacon Scholarship – $10,000 for students pursuing careers in housing, food insecurity, or education.
Peter J. Kavalauskas Memorial Scholarship – $5,000 for students attending a vocational/trade school.
Roger G. Marois & Bart M. Dalla Mura Memorial Scholarships – Two (2) $3,000 awards for students with strong GPAs and volunteer experience.
Nourish Scholarship – Ten (10) $2,500 scholarships for community-involved students.
Philip W. Sullivan Memorial Scholarship – $5,000 for students in the top 25% of their class with extracurricular involvement.
Adult Achievement Scholarship – $2,000 for non-traditional students pursuing higher education.
Application Opens: January 21, 2025
Deadline: March 14, 2025
The Hagan Scholarship is a nationwide need-based merit scholarship, providing recipients with the opportunity to achieve their goals and graduate college debt-free. Recipients will receive $7,500 each semester for up to 8 semesters. Recipients can also take advantage of a study abroad opportunity and much more. Recipients graduating college while in the Hagan Scholarship Program can also apply for a Hagan Graduate Scholarship. View your eligibility here.
Deadline: March 15, 2025
The Maine Society of Professional Engineers will be awarding two (2) $3,000 Scholarships for graduating high school seniors each spring. Scholarships will be paid to the university or college financial aid office rather than the student. All scholarships are contingent upon your enrollment in an engineering program and your acceptance into the program of engineering and will intend to enter the field of engineering after graduation. Applications typically become available in December and will be accepted via USPS mail only. Electronic applications will not be accepted. Questions should be directed to Colin C. Hewett at chewett@hwengineers.com.
Deadline: Must be postmarked by March 21, 2025
The 2023 Atlantic Federal Credit Union Foundation Scholarship program is open from February through March to members who are graduating high school. This scholarship program offers graduating high school seniors the chance to receive five scholarship awards totaling $25,000. To be considered for the scholarship awards, all applicants must fill out and submit an application form, an essay (350–400 words) pertaining to a selected question, and provide a resume and letter of reference. All submitted applications and documents undergo a rigorous review process by the Atlantic Scholarship Committee. Students must be a member to apply.
Application Opens: February 3, 2025
Deadline: March 25, 2025
By completing an application, it will be considered by several other organizations and may give you the opportunity to compete for several different scholarship awards. Applicants must be graduating high school seniors planning to be full time students at an accredited U.S. college or university or an ASE/NATEF Certified post-secondary automotive, heavy duty, or collision repair school. There are no GPA requirements.
Deadline: March 31, 2025
Established in honor of MES founder, Dick Pierce, who passed away in 2011, these scholarships are awarded based on merit and financial need. The goal is to provide support for students who might not otherwise continue their post-secondary education without financial assistance.
In order to receive renewable rewards, students must earn a minimum of 12 credits per semester and maintain at least a 2.5 GPA. Fifteen (15) $5,000 scholarships will be awarded to Maine residents entering their first year of post-secondary education. This scholarship is renewable for up to four years.
Application Opens: January 1st
Deadline: April 1st
Alpha One offers an annual Powering Education Scholarship designed to assist people with disabilities who wish to pursue a post-secondary education. Three selected candidates will be awarded $5,000 each for those seeking undergraduate college education as well as graduate programs. Materials needed for submission include a 500-1000 word essay, letter of recommendation, high school transcripts, and a completed application form. Completed forms should be submitted by fax or postmarked for mailing no later than April 1st.
Deadline: April 1st
The Ruffed Grouse Society of Maine is pleased to offer a $4,000 scholarship to a deserving student who will be starting their education in one of the following areas of study: Wildlife Conservation, Conservation Law Enforcement, Forest Management or a closely related field that is supportive of the broad goals of the Ruffed Grouse Society at both the regional and national level. The scholarship application, transcripts and letters of recommendation must be received by Greg Millert on or before April 1. Questions regarding the scholarship or the application process may be sent to Greg Millert, gmillertme@gmail.com or 207-577-4726.
Deadline: April 1st
The OUT Maine Scholarship Fund provides renewable support for LGBTQ+ youth in pursuit of post-secondary education at an accredited, not-for-profit, non-sectarian college, university, or technical/vocational college in the United States. Applicants must demonstrate a financial need. Scholarships are varied in size from $1,000 to $25,000 annually, depending on a student’s financial need and application. The applicant may be asked to meet with a representative of OUT Maine to discuss the application.
1st Deadline: April 1, 2025 (Application and essay)
2nd Deadline: May 1, 2025 (Student Aid Report and Financial Aid Award Letter)
The Lisa Eid Scholarship Endowment was established in 2022 at the Catholic Foundation of Maine, by David Eid in memory of his wife, Lisa. The fund’s purpose is to provide tuition support for a student or students pursuing higher education in the field of science, medicine, the helping sciences, and/or cancer research.
Deadline: April 2, 2025
In support of academic excellence in athletic and community minded students, the Cumberland County Sheriff's Office will be awarding four high school seniors, graduating within Cumberland County, with $1,500 scholarships to aid in their secondary educational needs.
Deadline: April 2, 2025
The Cumberland County Sheriff's Office will be awarding one $1,500 scholarship to a student interested in a law enforcement education.
Deadline: April 2, 2025
The Herbert & Harriet Paris Health Careers Scholarship offered by the Mid Coast Hospital Auxiliary is open to all graduating high school seniors are pursuing higher education that will lead to a healthcare career (except pre-med and biology majors). Additional application materials include: essay, transcript, and 1 letter of recommendation.
Deadline: April 15th Emailing applications is strongly encouraged
GFWC Maine and MCEAP are working together to raise awareness about elder abuse in Maine. They will be awarding a $1,000 scholarship to a graduating senior who will be attending college or a certification program as a full-time student during the 2025-2026 academic year. A winner will also be selected from each participating county and will be awarded a $50 scholarship. Questions may be directed to Jill Randall at 620-3114 or jrandall@mainelse.org.
Criteria for selection include a: 550-650 word, double-spaced essay in response to the question: "What is elder abuse and what is your solution?", copy of high school transcript, and a letter of acceptance from college/university as soon as possible but due no later than May 1st.
Deadline Extended: April 15, 2025
This award is presented annually to a person planning to study or currently studying Public Administration. This person should be ready to make or already making a significant contribution to the profession and must clearly demonstrate noteworthy leadership skills during the course of his/her studies/career and show early participation in Public Administration work.
Deadline: April 15th
This annual scholarship in the amount of $1,500 is to provide aspiring young photographers with educational opportunities in still photography at the Maine Media Workshops in Rockport, Maine, Maine College of Art and Design or Southern Maine Community College in Portland, or any other photography courses at an accredited post-secondary educational institution. Applicants must be graduating high school students including home-schooled students 17 or older. The grant will be based on demonstrated and passionate dedication to photography. Questions? Email Joe Wax at pcc.scholar@gmail.com.
*NEW* Deadline: April 15, 2025
This scholarship is intended to encourage motivated individuals to pursue a career in the trades or entering the workforce with scholarships ranging between $1,000 and $2,500 that can be used towards purchasing tools, uniforms, books or tuition. ▶️ Watch Maine Blue Collar's promo video featuring one of our alum
Deadline: April 15th
The Maine Chapter awards thousands of dollars in scholarships to young men and women from Maine that are pursuing careers in construction-related fields.
Deadline: April 15th
PeoplesChoice offers our community this program to strengthen Southern Maine’s future by rewarding qualities and values that we as an organization strive to cultivate in our member community. The Maine Merits Scholarship program promotes key PeoplesChoice values: Volunteerism, Community and Leadership. All participants must be a PCU member at the time of their submission.
Deadline: April 18, 2025
High school seniors attending college for the first time as a freshman who are dependents of dues-paying members of the Maine Service Employees Association or who are members continuing their education. Criteria for awarding scholarships is based on financial need, scholastic ability, leadership, service to others, and character. Seven applicants will be awarded ranging from $500-$1,500. Questions regarding parental/guardian membership can contact Luanne at MSEA Headquarters at 622-3151.
Deadline: April 18, 2025
The Maine State Grange Agricultural Scholarship (download 2025 application here) provides a $500 award to a high school graduate pursuing a career in agriculture or an agriculturally-related field. This includes Agricultural Engineering, Agricultural Marketing, Animal Science, Aquaculture, Biotechnology, Consumer Science, Dairy Science, Entomology, Equine Science, Forestry, Floriculture, Farm Business Management, Horticulture, Pomology, Poultry Science, Soil & Water Science, Sustainable Agriculture, Veterinary Science, and Veterinary Technology. Upon completion of the first semester of college, and providing proof of satisfactory GPA of at least 2.0, the winner(s) will receive their $500 award. If you have any questions about the scholarship or the Grange, please feel free to reach out to maitc@maine.gov.
Deadline: April 20, 2025
The Maine Sports Hall of Fame annually awards scholarships to Maine's most outstanding high school senior Scholar Athletes. Recipients of the $1,000 scholarship will be selected based on outstanding athletic performance, academic achievements, school leadership, community service, and work history. Send questions to info@mshof.com.
Application Opens: January 1, 2025
Deadline Extended: April 22, 2025
You may be are eligible for this scholarship if you are planning to study in one of the following career fields in Manufacturing, Engineering, or Technology. Scholarship applications are accepted November 1st – April 30th of each year.
Application Opens: Nov. 1st
Deadline: April 30th
Open to Maine resident students entering or enrolled undergraduate for the 2025/2026 school year, in a construction-related program such as construction management, construction engineering technology, architecture, engineering, STEM, trades, or related field of study. Ten awards in the amount of $2,500 each. Questions? Email scholarships@landryfrench.com.
Deadline: April 30th
ConvenientMD is dedicated to promoting health and wellness in our communities. While we focus on revolutionizing the patient experience by providing convenient, state-of-the-art medical care at a fraction of the cost of existing alternatives, we are also proud to support the next generation of healthcare workers. Through our Student Scholarships, we provide much needed support to students pursuing higher education in a healthcare-related field.
Deadline: April 30th
The Maine Municipal Association (MMA) is pleased to announce that they intend to award a $1,500 scholarship for (5) Maine high school seniors planning to enter post-secondary education to pursue a career in municipal government or public service. Award money will be deposited into the winning student's account at their designated educational institution. Alternative methods of disbursement may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Deadline: April 30th at Noon
This scholarship provides assistance to graduating seniors at Maine high schools in pursuit of post-secondary study at an accredited, non-profit, non-sectarian college or university. The fund is inspired by the life and work of Betsy Parsons and has been created by her family who staunchly support her ideals and share her deep love for and commitment to Maine and its people. The Parsons Family welcomes and encourages Maine graduating high-school seniors of any gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, religion, or socioeconomic background to apply.
Deadline: May 1st
A competitive scholarship of $1,000 is awarded annually to a Maine high school senior who is planning to study architecture or engineering (civil, structural, mechanical or electrical). Student should be accepted to an architecture or engineering school that is recognized as an accredited college by the appropriate licensing group. Students will be able to fill out the application and email it directly to WBRC at landon.cornelius@wbrcinc.com.
Deadline: May 1st
The Educators for Maine Program is a competitive, merit-based, forgivable loan for Maine students enrolling in or pursuing undergraduate or graduate education degrees. Applicants must demonstrate an interest in careers in education or child care and are planning to work in Maine after graduation.
Deadline: May 1, 2025
The Fund offers renewable, 4-year scholarships to students from New England with financial need. Successful candidates are those who display academic achievement, service to others, good character, leadership qualities, and a history of part-time employment. We also value demonstrated grit and resilience in students who have faced significant challenges. Applicants may be high school seniors, recent high school graduates or current college students. Students will need to complete a formal essay, financial aid award information from the college of your preference, contact information for at least one recommender and your FAFSA submission summary.
Application Process Opens: December 2024
• Regular Deadline: May 1, 2025 at Noon -- Applicants will be notified of decisions in late June.
• Early Response Deadline: April 3, 2025 at Noon -- Available only to high school students who have the financial aid information from the college they prefer to attend. The first 400 students to submit an application before April 3 will receive a decision before the common reply date of May 1.
• Student W-2 Form(s) and 2023 Parent Tax Forms -- These forms may be requested later in the process. Questions? Call 978-744-2111 or email staff@spscholars.org.
UCU will award $1,000 scholarships to eight undergraduate students, and one graduate student furthering their education at the University of Maine System campuses and Maine Maritime Academy. Applicants must be a UCU member with account in good standing prior to application deadline. Primary account ownership is required and joint ownership on an account does not meet qualifications for application.
Deadline: May 1, 2025
The AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary Scholarship has been established to recognize and reward need, academic achievement and potential of students: to stimulate recruitment of well qualified candidates' with involvement of a Service Organization and its members. This is a $500 award. The applicant must be a member or son, daughter or grandchild of a current member of AMVETS, or AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary. The applicant must be entering their first year of undergraduate study at an accredited college, university, nursing or vocational school and the application must be accompanied by a copy of a letter of acceptance from said school.
Deadline: May 1, 2025
This scholarship is to recognize Members and children of Members who have shown scholastic excellence and community involvement and who are interested in advancing their education. The Lisbon Community Federal Credit Union will award four $1,000 scholarships. Applicant and/or parent must be a Lisbon Community Federal Credit Union Member.
Deadline: May 2, 2025 at 5pm EST
The Maine State Troopers Foundation Women in Law Enforcement Scholarship program was created to support young women who are pursuing careers in law enforcement. Female graduating high school seniors who are entering a law enforcement/criminal justice program at a college or university are encouraged to apply.
Deadline: May 2, 2025
Four awards given to Jewish high school seniors in our community. For all high school awards, please send an email to jca@mainejewish.org detailing which scholarship(s) to which you’d like to apply or nominate someone for, and a brief description of relevant achievements. Please ask your school to forward a copy of your transcript to jca@mainejewish.org.
Stephen Brent Jacobson Scholarship Award - Scholarship fund and award to be given to a graduating high school senior who best exemplified Stephen's ideas, compassion, leadership and desire.
The President's Cup (Scholarship Award) - Presented to a graduating high school senior who has attained the highest grade point average during his or her high school career.
The Robert J. Agger Memorial Award - Presented to a graduating high school senior who has displayed sportsmanship, leadership and athletic ability throughout hi sor her high school career.
The Charlie Miller Award - Presented to a high school senior who represents the best of our community; someone who freely shares their talents and gifts, and whose kindness and care for others spreads joy and helps to bring healing to the world.
Deadline: May 15, 2025
MyImpact Challenge is a civic engagement contest from the Bill of Rights Institute that rewards student service projects with prize awards of up to $10,000. Students plan and implement a civic virtue project and then submit a project report and an essay on how their project upheld a civic virtue. The goal of the contest is to foster a robust understanding of citizenship and to get students active in their communities today while building a portfolio for their future.
Application Opens: Sep. 11th
Deadline: May 18, 2025
The scholarship is awarded to three (3) local Maine graduating seniors who demonstrate exemplary empowerment of others and embody the mission of Mbrace Orthodontics: To embrace and empower our community one smile at a time. Winners will be contacted directly by Mbrace Orthodontics. Scholarship checks must be picked up at Mbrace Orthodontics in Falmouth.
Deadline: May 22, 2025
JFLF’s Welding Awards Program supports arc welding education, design and innovation at every educational level, from 4H to high school to college level. Arc welding project submissions are open to all students 18 and younger who are enrolled in any school or training program. Students may submit written reports about the welding projects they have completed. The welding project may be a structure, a repair or an item made for home, farm, shop or recreational use. Students can submit a solo welding project, or work with a team of fellow students (five maximum, with instructor approval). Division I entries are first judged by region and then become eligible for national awards.
Deadline: May 31, 2025
The Maine Legislature recognizes one student from each county who is currently pursuing or planning to pursue education at a two- or four-year degree-granting Maine college or technical school. One student from each county will be awarded a $1,000 scholarship that are accepted to or enrolled in an accredited Maine college for graduate or undergraduate degree.
Application Opens: Early to mid-February
Deadline: June 1st
Have you experienced housing instability or homelessness and are you starting college for the first time in 2023? See if you’re eligible for SchoolHouse Connection’s National Scholarship Program.
Application Opens: January 1, 2025
Deadline: June 2, 2025 (11:59 PST)
Abbott & Fenner Business Consultants are pleased to award $1,000 every year to high school juniors and seniors as well as all students currently registered in any accredited post secondary institution. Students will submit an essay (500-1000 words) on the topic that appears on the scholarship page of our web site.
Deadline: June 10, 2025
The Balanced Man Scholarship will award one (1) $1,000 scholarship and two (2) $500 scholarships to male students who are both diligent in both academics and extracurricular activities. SigEp believes that recognizing students who demonstrate balance and all-around excellence is one way to promote this important idea. Applicants have NO obligation to affiliate with or join SigEp to be eligible. This resource is intended to assist with college affordability, while introducing students to campus life opportunities. Questions? Email: Ray Dineen at raymond.dineen@maine.edu
Early Deadline: June 15, 2025
The BigSun Organization is proud to be able to help young athletes succeed in their academic pursuits. In order to do our part we are offering an annual scholarship to a deserving student through a short 500-1,000 word essay. All student athletes are eligible regardless of the sport they are engaged in or the capacity in which they participate. The student must be a high school senior or be attending a post secondary institute. Amount of Award: $500
Deadline: June 19, 2025
The AMVETS National Ladies Auxiliary College Support Scholarship has been established to assist high school seniors in furthering their education and to reflect the interest and involvement of a National Service Organization and its members. Applications will be judged and scholarships awarded at the National Convention held during the month of August. A possible total of two (2) $500 scholarships may be awarded at that time. The applicant must be a son, daughter, step-child, grandchild or step-grandchild of a current member or a current member of the AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary and be a graduating high school senior who has been accepted to an accredited college or university. Applications must be postmarked no later than July 1st.
Deadline: July 1, 2025
The AMVETS National Ladies Auxiliary Trade Scholarship has been established for those who are entering the trades. Applications will be judged and scholarships awarded at the National Convention held during the month of August. A possible total of two (2) $500 scholarships may be awarded at that time. The applicant must be a current member or the son, daughter, step-child, grandchild or step-grandchild of a current member of the AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary and must have been accepted at an accredited trade school. Applications must be postmarked no later than July 1st.
Deadline: July 1, 2025
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The Gates Scholarship (TGS) is a highly selective, last-dollar scholarship for outstanding, minority, high school seniors from low-income households. Each year, the scholarship is awarded to exceptional student leaders, with the intent of helping them realize their maximum potential. Selected Scholars will receive funding for the full cost of attendance to earn a bachelor’s degree, that is not already covered by other financial aid and the expected family contribution, as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), or the methodology used by a Scholar’s college or university. Costs covered include tuition, fees, books, and room and board, and may include additional personal costs.
Deadline: September 15, 2025
The Nike HSI Scholarship Program is designed to empower young leaders who currently attend a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI). Scholars are selected based on merit. Award amounts range from $5,000 to $10,000, based on demonstrated financial need.
Deadline: September 15, 2025
The Coca-Cola Scholars Program scholarship is an achievement-based scholarship awarded to students in their final year of high school. Students are recognized for their capacity to lead and serve, as well as their commitment to making a significant impact on their schools and communities. 150 Coca-Cola Scholars are selected each year to receive this $20,000 scholarship. The 2024 application will be available for students who will graduate during the 2023-2024 academic year. Students need a 3.0 GPA and to fill out an online application that requires no essays, no recommendations, and no transcripts.
Deadline: September 30, 2025
The Cirkled In “No Sweat” Scholarship is a $2,500 cash scholarship you can use for any educational purpose, from books to summer camp. To apply for the Cirkled In No Sweat Scholarship, create an account and tell us your complete story through your profile. No GPA or minimum income requirement. Just be YOU! Applicants must be a 8-12th grade students who are legal US resident and currently enrolled in high school. Scholarships are pulled quarterly so be sure to check their website for the future application deadlines. Award is sent directly to student for any educational purpose from books to summer enrichment to a new laptop.
Deadline: September 30, 2024
Essay Contests
Essay Contests
Please ask the Guidance Office for more information pertaining to the following opportunities:
The Profile in Courage Essay Contest - Deadline: January 12, 2026
The Profile in Courage Essay Contest challenges students to write an original and creative essay that demonstrates an understanding of political courage as described by John F. Kennedy in Profiles in Courage. Essay topic: Describe and analyze an act of political courage by a U.S. elected official who served during or after 1917, the year of JFK's birth. First place will receive $10,000, second place $3,000, with three finalists to earn $1,000 each. High school students in grades 9-12 attending public, private, parochial, or home schooled are eligible to to submit.Freeport Lioness-Lions Speakout Contest - Deadline: End of February, annually
This contest is an excellent opportunity for high school students to prepare a speech on important topics facing them and their community. This speech will be presented publicly and judged. It is an excellent public speaking platform for high school students. There are 3 levels to this Speakout contest. Local, Regional and State. There are monetary prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place for each level. Tentative local level competition date: End of February. Regional or Zone level completion date: March.MyImpact Challenge - The Bill of Rights Institutes' National Civics Contest - Deadline: May 3, 2026
MyImpact Challenge is a civic engagement contest hosted by the Bill of Rights Institute. Our goal is simple: foster a robust understanding of citizenship and get students active in their communities now! Student service projects can win up to $10,000, with $40,000 in total prizes available to students and teachers. Every project that meets the entry guidelines will be rewarded with a digital Civic Achievement badge.Driver Education Initiative Award: 'In the Driver's Seat' - Awards Announced: May 3, 2025, September 1, 2025 and January 2, 2026
The essay contest “In The Driver’s Seat” seeks to have applicants highlight the importance of being a safe and educated driver. This scholarship will reward six students for his or her submission dealing with the importance of being a safe and educated driver. To apply, submit an essay of no less than 750 words in Microsoft Word format. Two (2) winners are chosen for each contest: staff favorite, and most voted for. Vote tallies end on the date of the contest deadline. We award a prize of $500 to each winner every contest. There will be three contest submission dates where two applicants will be awarded from each round.Round 1 Accepting Entries: January 3rd – March 31st
Round 2 Accepting Entries: May 3rd – August 1st
Round 3 Accepting Entries: September 1st – November 30th
Margaret Chase Smith Essay Contest - Deadline: April 4, 2025 (TBD)
This annual contest is offered to Maine high school seniors to write on a theme related either to a historical milestone or current event. The Library will award $1000 for first place, $500 for second, $250 for third, and five $50 honorable mention prizes. In previous years, selected essays have appeared in the Maine Policy Review, a statewide journal published by the Margaret Chase Smith Policy Center at the University of Maine.General Federation of Women's Clubs Maine (GFWC) and Maine Council for Elder Abuse Prevention Scholarship Essay Contest - Deadline: April 15, 2025 (TBD)
GFWC Maine and MCEAP are working together to raise awareness about elder abuse in Maine. They will be awarding a $1,000 scholarship to a graduating senior who will be attending college or a certification program as a full-time student during the 2025-2026 academic year. A winner will also be selected from each participating county and will be awarded a $50 scholarship. Questions may be directed to Jill Randall at 620-3114 or jrandall@mainelse.org. Criteria for selection include a 550-650 word, double-spaced essay in response to the question: "What is elder abuse and what is your solution?", a copy of high school transcript, and a letter of acceptance from college or university as soon as possible but due no later than May 1st.
Scholarship Search Engines
Scholarship Search Engines
Remember that you are competing against thousands of other students when you apply for national scholarships. Please also note that not all scholarships are legitimate.
Freeport High School students are encouraged to apply for these 2025 scholarships curated by Bold Scholarships.
Helpful links for additional scholarships and information:
Helpful links for additional scholarships and information:
StudentScholarships.org – Download a copy of their Newsletter listing 10 Scholarship Programs that will give out more than 5 Million dollars to students in the 2017 year. Students from Maine school districts are eligible for all of the awards listed.
Imagine American Foundation – A non-profit organization dedicated to providing scholarships for education, research and training support for the career college sector.
Scholarships for School Staff to Nominate Students
Scholarships for School Staff to Nominate Students
Each year, the Foundation awards scholarships to public high school students for engaging in selfless, voluntary service to their communities. The students are nominated by school staff members and recognized in a public award ceremony. Unlike scholarships that recognize athletic or academic achievements, the Silent Servant Scholarship Award rewards students for benevolence, a behavior and set of values that will sustain their families and communities for decades to come. The presentation of the award, combined with testimony by the recipient, offers a teachable-moment for their peers to be inspired by their empathetic and compassionate example.
Before completing a Scholarship Nomination, all applicants (Nominators) should read the Scholarship Award Reviews and the Frequently Asked Questions. Two students from (9th-12th grade) may be nominated from Freeport High School per school year.
Nomination Deadline: Submissions accepted between September 1st–May 7th (30 days prior to the end of the school year)
4-Day Motivate ME Seminar
Each year more than 120 high school sophomores from all across Maine are invited to participate in this energetic event designed to develop personal leadership skills. Local leaders and decision-makers donate their time and expertise to our seminar program. Students also enjoy a variety of talented speaker presentations, partake in group decision-making exercises, public speaking opportunities, creative problem solving, and hands-on volunteer projects. A dance and talent show are two of the social activities where students have an opportunity to make lasting friendships with their peers. Our goal is to motivate Maine’s future leaders and create a network of civic-minded students who will better their communities through volunteering. Our programs encourage and assist students at critical times in their quest for self-identification and development and we provide give-and-take discussions with thought leaders and role models from across Maine society.
Each school determines its own selection criteria and interest. Once a student is nominated by their school and we receive their complete nomination form, MYL mails a registration packet to confirm their participation. One sophomore student may be nominated from Freeport High School per school year with one alternative student in case the student cannot attend for any reason.
Nomination Deadline: January 31, 2025 (Nominators are encouraged to submit early)
Four awards given to Jewish high school seniors in our community. For all high school awards, please send an email to jca@mainejewish.org detailing which scholarship(s) to which you’d like to apply or nominate someone for, and a brief description of relevant achievements. Please ask your school to forward a copy of your transcript to jca@mainejewish.org.
Stephen Brent Jacobson Scholarship Award - Scholarship fund and award to be given to a graduating high school senior who best exemplified Stephen's ideas, compassion, leadership and desire.
The President's Cup (Scholarship Award) - Presented to a graduating high school senior who has attained the highest grade point average during his or her high school career.
The Robert J. Agger Memorial Award - Presented to a graduating high school senior who has displayed sportsmanship, leadership and athletic ability throughout hi sor her high school career.
The Charlie Miller Award - Presented to a high school senior who represents the best of our community; someone who freely shares their talents and gifts, and whose kindness and care for others spreads joy and helps to bring healing to the world.
Deadline: May 15, 2025
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