The Financial Check-in with FAME workshop series was created to help Maine people strengthen their money-management skills and confidence, empower them to plan for education costs, reduce financial barriers, and support long-term education affordability. These sessions are held the first Friday of most months at noon and are recorded for later viewing. While these events are free, we do ask that participants register for the sessions they wish to attend.

May 1

Understanding and Comparing Federal and Private Student Loans

Many students—and often their families—find themselves needing to borrow student loans to cover the cost of education after high school. However, understanding the features, costs, and application processes for various loans can be a daunting task. During this session, FAME’s Director of Education will provide an overview of student loans, including the differences between federal and private loans, the application process, tips for comparing loans, and other important considerations.

June 5

FAME Programs and Resources: Tools to Help You Succeed

During this seminar, members of FAME’s education team will provide an overview of the free programs, tools, resources, and counseling available to you from FAME. Whether you’re a parent of a young child, a high school student, a teacher, or an employer hoping to build financial wellness in the workplace, FAME has something for you!

July 10

FAME Business Programs

You’ve heard all about FAME’s college savings and education financing programs, but what about our economic development and business financing programs? Join Jennifer Cummings, FAME’s Director of Business, to learn about all the programs and the services that we provide to help expand business opportunities in Maine.

Past Webinars

Explore our Financial Check-in with FAME playlist on our YouTube channel for videos covering a variety of timely financial wellness topics.

Informational Videos

Watch FAME videos and recorded presentations to help you understand the financial aid process.