Boothbay Region Student Aid Fund

07/22/2026

Every award tells a story. Thanks to the generosity of our donors, Boothbay Region students like Harrison Hinckley are able to pursue their goals with confidence.

Your support does more than provide financial assistance—it reminds our students that their community believes in them.

Congratulations, Harrison, and best wishes as you begin your journey at Maine Maritime Academy.

07/21/2026

Donor Appreciation Reception - Reminder - Join Us Tomorrow!

📅 Wednesday, July 22
🕔 5:00–7:00 p.m.
📍 Oak Point Farm

Boothbay Region Land Trust
60 Samoset Road, Boothbay Harbor

Tomorrow evening, we will celebrate the people who have made the Boothbay Region Student Aid Fund such an important part of our community for over 60 years.

Whether you are a current donor, a past donor, a student, an alumnus, a parent, or a friend of BRSAF, we would love to see you.

This special evening is an opportunity to reconnect, celebrate the achievements of our students, and recognize the generosity that has helped local students pursue their educational dreams.

If the Boothbay Region Student Aid Fund has been part of your story—as a donor, student, family member, volunteer, or supporter—we hope you'll join us.

We look forward to seeing you!

06/23/2026

BRSAF is pleased to announce the establishment of two new Named Funds that will support Boothbay Region High School graduates and alumni pursuing education and training beyond high school.

The Joe & Jill Doyle Fund and the Bua Family Fund will both help strengthen BRSAF's mission of providing need-based grants to local students as they pursue their educational goals.

We are grateful to both families for their generosity and longstanding support of BRSAF and the Boothbay Region community.

Read the full article below.

BRSAF announces two new Named Funds Tue, 06/23/2026 - 8:53am Boothbay Region Student Aid Fund 2026 graduation cap tossing. File photo 2026 graduation cap tossing. File photo The Boothbay Region Student Aid Fund (BRSAF) is pleased to announce the establishment of two new Named Funds that will support...

06/11/2026

Recipient Spotlight: Kai Pitcher, BRHS Class of 2024

Kai has successfully completed her first year at Maine College of Art & Design (MECA&D), pursuing her passion for art and design.

Students like Kai are able to pursue their educational goals thanks to the generosity of our donors and community supporters. We are proud to be part of her journey and look forward to following her continued success.

Congratulations, Kai, on a great first year!

05/28/2026

BRSAF is pleased to help support and promote a free two-part college application workshop series led by educational consultant Jane Hahn of My College Advocate.

📍 Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library
📅 June 23 & June 25
⏰ 10 a.m.–12 noon
💻 Free for BRHS students

Students will receive guidance on:
✔️ Completing the Common Application
✔️ Beginning the college essay process
✔️ Developing ideas for a strong personal narrative

Students are encouraged to attend both sessions.

Many thanks to Jane Hahn and Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library for making this opportunity available to local students.

📌 RSVP here:
https://MYCOLLEGEADVOCATE.as.me/BoothbayRegionHighSchool

Jane B. Hahn
Founder & Independent Educational Consultant
My College Advocate, LLC
Cell: 614-946-9521
Email: [email protected] Web: www.mycollegeadvocate.com

05/14/2026

Boothbay Region Student Aid Fund is proud to spotlight 2022 BRHS graduate Emily Lyn Rumney (formerly Emily Echols) on her graduation from Embry‑Riddle Aeronautical University with a degree in Aviation Business Administration.

Emily’s story is exactly why our community continues to invest in local students year after year. Through the generosity of our donors, BRSAF helps students pursue their goals, reduce financial barriers, and focus on building bright futures.

Congratulations, Emily — and thank you to everyone who makes these journeys possible. ✈️💙

05/07/2026

🎓 It’s time to apply.

As you think about what comes next—college, training, or another path—don’t forget that support is available through the Boothbay Region Student Aid Fund.

We encourage you to take advantage of a resource built by this community, for this community.

👉 Apply today: BRSAF.org/applicant-resources

04/25/2026

Thank you, Boothbay Region!

Because of your generosity, the Boothbay Region Student Aid Fund has exceeded its 2025–2026 General Fund Annual Campaign goal of $275,000. And in this grant cycle to date more than $537,000 in grants have been awarded to support Boothbay Region High School graduates pursuing education beyond high school.

We are grateful for the continued support from our year-round and seasonal community!

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The Boothbay Region Student Aid Fund (BRSAF) 2025–2026 Annual Campaign General Fund donations have reached more than $417,000 exceeding our goal of $275,000 and reflecting the continued generosity and commitment of our year-round and seasonal communities in support of Boothbay Region High School g...

04/16/2026

Maya Pangburn, a 2024 BRHS graduate, is making the most of her time studying business at Suffolk University in Boston—building lasting connections and expanding her understanding of the field.

Thanks to the support of our community, students like Maya are able to continue their education and pursue their goals.

This is what YOUR Student Aid Fund makes possible. 💙

04/09/2026

“Because of your support, I was able to complete my bachelor’s degree…”

Stories like John’s are the reason we do what we do.

From BRHS to a bachelor’s degree—and now a Masters in Business—your support is helping students build futures they once only imagined.

Thank you for being part of their journey.