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31 Mar
Calling all high school juniors and their caregivers (and anyone interested in knowing more about financial aid)! The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) [...]
02 Apr
Education Affordability 101 is FAME’s annual in-person training for school counselors, college access professionals, educators, and other professionals. This free event provides training and resources [...]
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Friday April 3, 2026    
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
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06 Apr
Calling all high school juniors and their caregivers (and anyone interested in knowing more about financial aid)! The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) [...]
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Wednesday April 8, 2026    
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The students have been accepted, they are making final decisions about what school to attend, and they’re working to figure out how to cover the [...]
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Wednesday April 8, 2026    
7:00 pm
Maine families have access to two valuable programs to assist with saving and paying for education after high school: the $500 Alfond Grant and Maine’s [...]
09 Apr
Calling all high school juniors and their caregivers (and anyone interested in knowing more about financial aid)! The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) [...]
09 Apr
Calling all high school juniors and their caregivers (and anyone interested in knowing more about financial aid)! The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) [...]
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Calling all high school juniors and their caregivers (and anyone interested in knowing more about financial aid)! The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) [...]
15 Apr
Calling all high school juniors and their caregivers (and anyone interested in knowing more about financial aid)! The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) [...]
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Friday May 1, 2026    
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Most students, and often their families, find themselves having to borrow student loans to cover the cost of education. However, understanding the features, costs, and [...]
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Financial Wellness Resource Fair with FAME and the Alfond Scholarship Foundation

Date/Time
Date(s) - Wednesday April 17, 2024
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Location
University of Southern Maine - Lewiston-Auburn Campus


Hosted by The Finance Authority of Maine and The Alfond Scholarship Foundation

Financial Authority of Maine (FAME) and the Alfond Scholarship Foundation’s (ASF) programs and services can help you and your family reach your educational and financial goals. FAME, administrator of NextGen 529®, can help you afford higher education and expand your financial wellness. The Alfond Grant Program from ASF invests $500 for all babies born Maine residents starting in 2013 to be used for education after high school. Both ASF and FAME provide resources and information to help Maine children and families explore their journey to education after high school.

Meet our friendly knowledgeable team to get all your questions answered. All are welcome to this public event to experience multiple engaging stations and enter to win exciting prizes! Snacks will be provided.

Who should attend?
● USM students, faculty and staff
● Parents and anyone interested in saving for higher education with NextGen 529®
● Students and families with general questions about FAFSA and financial aid
● Those looking to grow their financial wellness and budgeting skills
● Health professions majors seeking information on loan forgiveness programs

Learn more about the Alfond Scholarship Foundation at www.myalfondgrant.org.

Look for us at Room 107 at the University of Southern Maine, Lewiston Auburn Campus.

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