Guy P. Gannett Journalism Scholarship
Forecasted
The Guy P. Gannett Journalism Scholarship from the Maine Community Foundation supports Maine students dedicated to careers in journalism across all media platforms.
Funder: Maine Community Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Award size varies from $1,000 to $60,000 based on need and achievement; scholarships are renewable.
Summary: Supports Maine high school graduates pursuing journalism or related fields in print, broadcast, or electronic media.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity; dates and details may change.
Description
The Guy P. Gannett Journalism Scholarship, administered by the Maine Community Foundation, is the foundation's largest scholarship fund. Established to honor Guy P. Gannett’s legacy, the scholarship provides renewable financial support for Maine students who are committed to careers in journalism, including all forms of print, broadcast, and electronic media. The program’s primary aim is to enable recipients to pursue their education without incurring debt, fostering the next generation of journalists dedicated to public service and the public good. Since inception, the fund has supported nearly 150 students with over $3.2 million in awards.
