Joseph B. Ezhaya and Bill & Joan Alfond Family Scholarships (Updated)

Mar 1, 2025 by Gregor Smith

Do you know a high school student seeking scholarships?

Please pass along this important information.

The Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce is pleased to provide two scholarship opportunities for eligible students. Each scholarship is for $750 per year for up to four years and will be given upon completion of the first semester of each college year with a grade point of 2.0 or better.

Joseph B. Ezhaya Memorial Scholarship Award

Joe Ezhaya was a community leader who distinguished himself with his warmth, enthusiasm, generosity, and particularly, his friendships. Successful candidates for this scholarship should share Joe's interest in citizenship, and community service and exemplify his spirit and vitality.

This scholarship will be awarded to a deserving student currently attending a Mid-Maine Chamber area high school: Lawrence, Winslow, Mt. View, Waterville, Messalonskee, MCI, Erskine, Temple Academy, Maine Arts Academy or Good Will-Hinckley.

To be considered, applicants must meet the following criteria:/p>

• Must maintain an academic average of a "C" or better.
• Must complete a single page written addressing:
  1. What civic, and extracurricular service accomplishments have I made to be deserving of this award?
  2. What are my future plans and ambitions?
• Must show evidence of community service and involvement.
• Include a copy of your high school transcript.
• Must be enrolled in an accredited New England College or University.

Bill & Joan Alfond Family Scholarship Award

This scholarship will be awarded to a deserving student from either Waterville Senior High School, Messalonskee High School, Lawrence High School, Winslow High School, the Maine Academy of Natural Sciences, or the Glenn Stratton Learning Center at Good Will-Hinckley.

Applicants must meet and follow the same submission criteria as the Joseph B. Ezhaya Memorial Scholarship Award.

How to Apply

Applications may be made to one or both scholarships,
and are due by Friday, April 18, 2025.

Submissions may be sent via email to [email protected]

or by mail to:

Joseph B. Ezhaya and
Bill & Joan Alfond Family Scholarship Applications
Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce
50 Elm Street, Waterville ME 04901