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FAME’s Mila Tappan Chosen to Receive Distinguished Education Award

The Finance Authority of Maine (FAME) is pleased to announce that Mila Tappan, FAME’s Education Affordability Content and Training Manager, has been chosen to receive the 2026 NEOA Claiborne Pell Award. The prestigious distinction was established to “recognize those rare individuals whose pioneering leadership and vision have made an indelible mark on the struggle for […]

FAME Launches New Webpage to Improve Mainers’ Financial Skills

The Finance Authority of Maine (FAME) has launched a new webpage that will make it much easier for adults to take the steps needed to build their financial skills. The page is the latest enhancement to FAME’s free online educational platform. You can find it here at Build Your Financial Wellness.

FAME Welcomes New Director of Business

FAME is excited to welcome Charlotte Mace as the new Director of Business. Mace brings with her vast expertise in helping Maine businesses grow and expand. As Director of Business, Mace oversees FAME’s capital access strategies and tools, which support Maine businesses and the economy.  Prior to joining FAME, Mace served as Director of the […]

FAME Shines Spotlight on Collaboration and Achievement at Showcase Maine

The Finance Authority of Maine (FAME) celebrated the outstanding achievements of business and education partners at its annual Showcase Maine event at the Westin Portland Harborview Hotel on Monday, November 3, 2025.  Showcase Maine is FAME’s signature event, bringing together leaders from Maine’s business, lending, government and higher education communities to honor collaborative success. The […]

Notice of Intent to Issue — Saddleback Mountain Foundation

Notice is hereby given that the Finance Authority of Maine (FAME) intends to issue Revenue Obligation Securities (the “Securities”) pursuant to the Finance Authority of Maine Act (Chapter 110 of Title 10 of the Maine Revised Statutes, as amended) and has issued its Certificate of Approval for the Project to be financed with proceeds of […]

Notice of Public Hearing – Saddleback

Pursuant to Title 10, §1043 of the Maine Revised Statutes and 26 USCA §147(f), the Finance Authority of Maine (the “Authority”) will hold a public hearing at 1:00 p.m. on October 14, 2025, at 5 Community Drive, Augusta, Maine on an application for a Certificate of Approval for issuance of Revenue Obligation Securities to finance […]

FAME Recognized for Eleventh Straight Year as a Best Place to Work in Maine

For the eleventh year in a row, the Finance Authority of Maine (FAME) has been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in Maine. The awards program, now in its twentieth year, is operated by the Maine State Council of the Society for Human Resource Management, Best Companies Group, and Minneapolis-based BridgeTower Media. This […]

FAME Announces New Hire and Promotions as Part of Senior Leadership Team

The Finance Authority of Maine (FAME) recently announced the hiring of a senior manager and the promotion of four employees to key leadership positions within the agency. The hire and promotions are the result of recent strategic planning and resultant organizational restructuring. The individuals are: Meredith Whitfield, Chief Communications Officer; Jonathan Poole, Chief Operations Officer; […]

Maine Funding Network Celebrates One Year of Matchmaking Success

Over 600 Maine businesses connected with financial resources Maine businesses have secured $300,000 in alternative funding, with more applications in process through a new state platform. The Maine Funding Network (MFN) is celebrating one year of providing funding and resource matches, connecting over 600 companies with 1,600 matches to alternative funding sources and business counseling […]