Apply for the MWUA Scholarship or donate today!
Scholarship Application Deadline is April 1st
If you would like to make a tax-deductible donation, please make checks payable to “MWUA Scholarship Fund” and mail to:
15 University Drive. Augusta, ME 04330
Thank you!
Scholarship Application Information
Maine Water Utilities Scholarship Funds
The Maine Water Utilities Scholarship Fund (MWUSF), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation, was developed to encourage and promote the pursuit of careers in Maine’s water and wastewater profession through the administration of a scholarship program.
In search of a job in the water or wastewater industry? Check out some of the amazing career opportunities offered by utilities and companies throughout Maine!
Judy Wallingford Scholarship
This scholarship is sponsored by the Maine Water Company in recognition of Judy Wallingford’s distinguished career of service to Maine customers and communities as President of Maine Water Company from 1992 to 2017 and as President of the Maine Water Utilities Association in 2005.
Specific Eligibility:
- Completion of at least a semester at an accredited college, university, or community college in a program such as environmental studies, environmental or civil engineering, water resource management, or other program related to the water works profession or considered as beneficial to water resource management in Maine
Selection Criteria:
- – Demonstrated academic performance
- – Based on merit and character, regardless of field of study
- – Preference given to applicants with a connection to Maine
Madeleine A. Storer and Peter A. Lancaster Scholarships
These scholarships are sponsored by the Maine Water Utilities Association and its supporting members.
The Madeleine A. Storer Scholarship is in memory of Madeleine Storer, who was instrumental in the formation of the board that raises funds annually to make the scholarship possible.
The Peter A. Lancaster Scholarship commemorates the life and work of the Bangor Water District’s late construction supervisor, Peter Lancaster.
Specific Eligibility:
- Completion of at least a semester at an accredited college, university, or community college
Selection Criteria:
- – Preference given to applicants having work experience in the water or wastewater field, including internships
- – Demonstrated academic performance
- – Interest in pursuing a career in the water or wastewater field
- – Preference given to applicants with a connection to Maine
Stanley G. McCurdy Jr. Scholarship
This scholarship is sponsored by Everett J. Prescott Inc. in honor of Stanley McCurdy. Stan dedicated 62 years of his life to a career at EJP. He held many roles within the company leading to his promotion to Chief Operating Officer, a title he held for the majority of his career. His achievements demonstrated his strong work ethic and a legacy career of service to the water industry. Stan was a kind, giving man and generously supported the MWUA Scholarship Fund since its inception.
Specific Eligibility:
- Completion of at least a semester at an accredited college, university, or community college
Selection Criteria:
- – Demonstrated academic performance
- – Preference given to applicants with experience at a water or wastewater facility or service provider
- – Expressed interest in pursuing a career in the water or wastewater field
- – Preference given to applicants with a connection to Maine
Past Scholarship Winners:
2025: Andrew Broadbent and Andrew Cormier
2024: Izzy Mederios
2023: Caleb Richert
2022: Wesley Clements and Amber Lyons
2021: Michael Walsh
2020: None awarded
2019: Maeve Carlson, Ralph Wesinger, Wyatt Parra
2018: Cameron Cox, Nick Messina
2017: Megan Hixon, Chase Nelson, Field Peterson
2016: Audrey Puleio, Bradley Randall, Erin Wright-Little
2015: Camden DesPres, Tayelor Gosselin
2014: Jason Burns, Maxwell Kenney
2013: Jason Burns, Christopher Gauvin, Chelsea Guptill
2012: Jacquelyn Blanchard, Jason Burns, Christopher Gauvin, Dustin Lacombe, Jocelyn Lahey
2011: Daniel Gibson, Dustin Lacombe, Steven Siviski
2010: Sarah Lingley, Tyler Marcet, Nathan Veilleux
2009: Keith Levasseur, Jacob Spinney
