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    Challenger Memorial Fund

    Maine Community Foundation · Foundation program

    Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition

    Award

    Amount varies

    Deadline

    See the official page for current dates.

    Checked against the official page on Nov 6, 2026.

    About this scholarship

    This renewable scholarship program is designed for exceptionally talented graduates of public elementary schools in Maine who require financial assistance to continue their education. Eligible applicants must be entering either Gould Academy or Kents Hill School as boarding students, which can be on a full-time or five-day basis. The program aims to support high-achieving students from public school backgrounds by providing them with the resources necessary to access private preparatory education. Recipients can renew their funding throughout their time at the participating schools, provided they continue to meet the eligibility criteria.

    Who can apply

    • Resident of Maine
    • High school student
    • 9th grade
    • Shows financial need on the FAFSA or state aid application
    • Usable at: private college
    • Must be a Maine resident graduating from a public elementary school and entering Gould Academy or Kents Hill School as a boarding student.

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    Award details

    Amount
    Amount varies
    Number of awards
    Not stated
    Renewable
    Yes, in later years if you stay eligible
    Merit-based
    Yes
    Need-based
    Yes
    Essay required
    Not stated

    Key dates

    1. Applications open

      Open now or not stated

    2. Deadline

      See the official page for current dates.

    3. Winners notified

      Not stated

    As published: See the official page for current dates.

    How to apply

    1. Prospective students should contact the admissions offices at Gould Academy or Kents Hill School to apply.

    Provider and source

    Provider
    Maine Community Foundation
    Last verified
    Nov 6, 2026

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