The Maine Community Foundation recently awarded a total of $25,000 to eight college students through the Chet Jordan Leadership Awards. These scholarships are given annually to emerging college leaders who have the ability to turn their visions into reality and make lasting impacts on their community. Recipients of the scholarships include students from various Maine high schools pursuing post-secondary education through the University of Maine System, Maine Community College System, Maine Maritime Academy, or other vocational and technical schools. The next deadline for the Chet Jordan Leadership Award is April 15, 2025.
The awards were established in 1995 to honor Chet Jordan, a Portland-based businessman known for his civic responsibility and dedication to his community. MaineCF, which has been working with donors and educators since 1983 to provide educational opportunities to Maine students, manages over 700 scholarship funds. For more information on scholarship opportunities from MaineCF, visit www.mainecf.org/scholarships.
The Maine Community Foundation plays a crucial role in bringing people and resources together to build a better Maine through strategic giving, community leadership, personalized service, local expertise, and strong investments. To learn more about the foundation and its work, visit www.mainecf.org.
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