Post-secondary scholarships available to Franklin County adult learners

ELLSWORTH — Adult learners from Franklin County returning to school for post-secondary education, are eligible to apply for the Hugh and Elizabeth Montgomery scholarship through the Maine Community Foundation.

Preference is given to students for whom a scholarship would make a significant difference in their ability to attend school. First-time applicants need not be enrolled in a degree-granting program but are encouraged to make that commitment before applying for renewal consideration.
Both Elizabeth and Hugh Montgomery had roots in Phillips; Betty was born in Phillips and attended schools there, and Hugh summered there in the old farmhouse that belonged to his family. They both went to college — Betty to Simmons and Hugh to Harvard — and pursued careers as librarians.
The deadline for applications is Dec. 14. Complete guidelines and application form are available through the Maine Community Foundation, www.mainecf.org.
Headquartered in Ellsworth, with additional personnel in Portland, Dover-Foxcroft, and Mars Hill, the Maine Community Foundation works with donors and other partners to improve the quality of life for all Maine people. To learn more about the foundation, visit www.mainecf.org.