The grant offers financial support to help pay for workforce expenses associated with pursuing a certificate or credential that leads to a good job.

Must meet one or more of the following requirements:

• Young adults (ages 15-30) living on one of Maine’s year-round, unbridged islands or Deer Isle-Stonington
• Live or work full time on one of Maine’s year-round, unbridged islands or Deer Isle-Stonington for at least a year
• Have a family or community connection to a year-round, unbridged Maine island or Deer Isle-Stonington
• Have attended and/or graduated from your island school (if there is one) or Deer Isle-Stonington

Application Process:

• Personal Information
• Program/Work information
• Program & Travel Costs
• Budget (optional)
• Personal statement about career goals
• Application Interview

APPLY ONLINE:
www.islandinstitute.org/scholarships

Up to $1500 to be used for expenses that help the applicant work towards earning a certificate or credential that leads to a good job.

Rolling application starts January 1st (limited awards, apply early)

This includes:

• Technical and vocational training programs
• Community college classes
• Online courses
• Apprenticeship programs
• Internship programs
• Materials/supplies
• Travel and lodging

Application Opening Date: Rolling application starts January 1st (limited awards, apply early)

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