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04 Dec
College isn’t the only path to success. Learn about alternative education and training options, including certificates, apprenticeships, and workforce programs, along with how to pay [...]
08 Dec
Tuesday December 8, 2026    
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Build a strong foundation for managing your money. This practical session covers budgeting, saving, credit basics, and planning tools to help you feel more confident [...]
17 Dec
Thursday December 17, 2026    
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
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17 Dec

Understanding the Differences Between the Alfond Grant and Maine’s 529 Education Savings Plan

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Date(s) - Friday November 1, 2024
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

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Online


Financial Check-in with FAME (November 2024)

Maine people have access to two unique programs created to help save and pay for education after high school, however, understanding how each program works can sometimes cause confusion. During this session, we’ll provide an overview of the $500 Alfond Grant and Maine’s 529 education savings plan, explain how they differ, how they can help raise post-secondary aspirations, tools for evaluation, and ways that families can maximize their savings.

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