The Grange and FFA share many things in common and that means we have an opportunity to help each other. FFA member Delaney McKeen joined us to explore!
An interview with FFA member Delaney McKeen exploring some comparisons between it and the Grange. It’s not trite to say that “this is not your grandparents’ FFA.” You’ll be surprised at how and why the FFA continues to grow and develop–and in some ways, Granges and other organizations can both benefit and help.
Due to a bit of a snafu, this video truly features Delaney–my portions were not captured visually. I assure you I was there virtually! For more information, visit the FFA website or send us an email, and we’ll give you a hand.
Reprinted with permission from an e-newsletter published by Maine Senator Stacey Guerin.
The Maine Legislature annually grants a scholarship to one student from each county who is currently pursuing or planning to pursue an education at a two- or four-year degree-granting Maine college or technical school. Administered through the Finance Authority of Maine (FAME), awards are given to Maine resident high school seniors or full- or part-time postsecondary students accepted to or enrolled in accredited Maine colleges for graduate or undergraduate degrees.
The 2025-2026 application will become available on Feb. 1, 2025; and applications will be accepted until the May 1, 2025 deadline. Scholarship awards of $1,000 will be given to one student in each of Maine’s counties (16 total). Applications must include:
Completed 2025-2026 Maine Legislative Memorial Scholarship Application (available Feb. 1 here);
An essay (make sure the applicant’s name appears on all pages);
Submission of transcripts, recommendations, and 2025-2026 FAFSA Submission Summary (FSS)*;
College students should include both college and high school transcripts;
All transcripts should also indicate graduation date or anticipated graduation date;
A copy of the student’s high school diploma or equivalent or expected graduation date.
Recipients selected from applications submitted by the May 1, 2025, deadline will be selected and notified in the Fall of 2025. Notifications are not sent to those applicants not selected.
*Students should submit the 2025-2026 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) in time to receive the 2025-2026 FAFSA Submission Summary (FSS) back from the federal government. The FSS with Student Aid Index (SAI) must be included with the application.
