Stephen and Tabitha King Foundation Scholarship 

Name: Stephen and Tabitha King Foundation Scholarship

Award Amount: Varies (up to $3,000 per year)

Information And Eligibility:
The Stephen and Tabitha King Foundation Scholarship is a need-based award designed to support Maine residents who are pursuing postsecondary education at accredited colleges, universities, or trade schools. Established by authors Stephen and Tabitha King, the foundation has a long-standing commitment to strengthening Maine communities through education, cultural enrichment, and direct support of individuals working to improve their lives and the lives of others.

This scholarship is specifically intended for students who demonstrate both financial need and a meaningful commitment to community service. The foundation places strong value on applicants who have contributed time and effort to improving their local communities, whether through volunteer work, nonprofit involvement, civic engagement, or service-based employment. Academic performance is considered, but the program is designed to be accessible to a broad range of students, including those attending community colleges, vocational programs, or four-year institutions.

Awards generally range up to $3,000 per year, depending on available funding and the applicant’s financial circumstances. Scholarship funds may be used to cover tuition, mandatory fees, books, supplies, or other education-related expenses. By reducing financial barriers, the scholarship allows recipients to remain focused on their studies while continuing their involvement in service-oriented activities.

Applicants are evaluated holistically. In addition to academic transcripts, the selection committee carefully reviews the personal essay and letters of recommendation to better understand the applicant’s character, motivations, and long-term goals. The personal essay is a critical component of the application, as it gives students the opportunity to explain how community service has shaped their values, how higher education fits into their future plans, and how they hope to continue contributing to their communities after completing their education.

Because the Stephen and Tabitha King Foundation supports a wide range of educational pathways, students enrolled in trade schools and technical programs are encouraged to apply alongside traditional college students. The foundation recognizes that skilled trades and applied professions play a vital role in Maine’s economy and community well-being.

Students should be mindful of the application deadline and allow sufficient time to gather transcripts and letters of recommendation. Incomplete or late applications are typically not reviewed, so careful attention to application instructions is essential.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be a legal resident of Maine.
• Must be enrolled at or accepted to an accredited college, university, or trade school.
• Must demonstrate financial need.
• Must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5.
• Must show a consistent record of community service or civic involvement.

Application Requirements:

• Complete the official scholarship application through the Stephen and Tabitha King Foundation website.
• Submit official academic transcripts from current or previous institutions.
• Write a personal essay describing your community service experience, educational goals, and future plans.
• Provide two letters of recommendation from teachers, employers, or community leaders.

Additional Details:

• Scholarship awards are competitive and based on both need and service involvement.
• Funds are typically distributed directly to the student’s educational institution.
• Recipients may be eligible to reapply in future years if they continue to meet eligibility requirements.

Deadline: May 1

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