Colby College/Fellowship
The O'Hanian-Szostak Fellowship for Civic Leadership
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The O'Hanian-Szostak Fellows for Civic Leadership are awarded to highly motivated students dedicated to public service and contributing to civic life in Maine communities. Fellows develop community-based projects, independent studies, or internships that align with the student's academic interests, focus on meeting community needs, and build meaningful relationships with local stakeholders and community members in...
Award Up to $7,000 grant plus $2,000 prize
Closed 13 October 2026
Who it is for, in the provider's words
- Which collegeThe O'Hanian-Szostak Fellowship for Civic Leadership - Colby Funding
- Who can applyThe O'Hanian-Szostak Fellows for Civic Leadership are awarded to highly motivated students dedicated to public service and contributing to civic life in Maine communities. Fellows develop community-based projects, independent studies, or internships that align with the student's academic interests, focus on meeting community needs, and build meaningful relationships with local stakeholders and community members in Waterville and across Maine.
- Who can applyThe O'Hanian-Szostak Fellowship will be open to applicants during each of four funding cycles throughout the year (fall, Jan Plan, spring, summer). Students submitting applications for year-long community-based projects will need to apply during the summer cycle, which opens in March. Recipients of the O'Hanian-Szostak Fellowship will receive a grant for living and travel expenses and are eligible for lost wages (up to $500 for Jan Plan and $2,000 for semester or summer experiences) if participating in internships or civic engagement projects.
- Who can applyFor those conducting independent studies, lost wages may only be awarded in summer or Jan Plan if the candidate is abroad or otherwise prevented from securing employment. Upon successful completion of their community-based project, independent study, or internship experience, O'Hanian-Szostak Fellows will receive an additional $2,000 prize for outstanding community service in Maine. Any grant and prize is considered taxable income as determined by the Internal Revenue Service ( IRS ).
- Who can applyIt may or may not be taxable, depending on your personal financial situation, and therefore may or may not need to be reported on your federal tax return. We advise that you consult the IRS or a tax professional for more information. Colby will report to the IRS on all payments made in accordance with IRS regulations.
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- https://colby.academicworks.com/opportunities/16121
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- 2026-10-11Verified null days ago
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- Deadline
- 13 October 2026
- How often
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In the provider's words: where each detail comes from
- Name
The O'Hanian-Szostak Fellowship for Civic Leadership
Read on 2026-10-11 from https://colby.academicworks.com/opportunities/16121- Provider
Colby Funding
Read on 2026-10-11 from https://colby.academicworks.com/opportunities/16121- What it provides
The O'Hanian-Szostak Fellows for Civic Leadership are awarded to highly motivated students dedicated to public service and contributing to civic life in Maine communities. Fellows develop community-based projects, independent studies, or internships that align with the student's academic interests, focus on meeting community needs, and build meaningful relationships with local stakeholders and community members in Waterville and across Maine. The O'Hanian-Szostak Fellowship will be open to applicants during each of four funding cycles throughout the year (fall, Jan Plan, spring, summer). Students submitting applications for year-long community-based projects will need to apply during the summer cycle, which opens in March. Recipients of the O'Hanian-Szostak Fellowship will receive a grant for living and travel expenses and are eligible for lost wages (up to $500 for Jan Plan and $2,000 for semester or summer experiences) if participating in internships or civic engagement projects. For those conducting independent studies, lost wages may only be awarded in summer or Jan Plan if the candidate is abroad or otherwise prevented from securing employment. Upon successful completion of their community-based project, independent study, or internship experience, O'Hanian-Szostak Fellows will receive an additional $2,000 prize for outstanding community service in Maine. Any grant and prize is considered taxable income as determined by the Internal Revenue Service ( IRS ). It may or may not be taxable, depending on your personal financial situation, and therefore may or may not need to be reported on your federal tax return. We advise that you consult the IRS or a tax professional for more information. Colby will report to the IRS on all payments made in accordance with IRS regulations.
Read on 2026-10-11 from https://colby.academicworks.com/opportunities/16121- Amount
Award Up to $7,000 grant plus $2,000 prize
Read on 2026-10-11 from https://colby.academicworks.com/opportunities/16121- Deadline
Deadline 10/13/2026
Read on 2026-10-11 from https://colby.academicworks.com/opportunities/16121- Which college
The O'Hanian-Szostak Fellowship for Civic Leadership - Colby Funding
Read on 2026-10-11 from https://colby.academicworks.com/opportunities/16121- Who can apply
The O'Hanian-Szostak Fellows for Civic Leadership are awarded to highly motivated students dedicated to public service and contributing to civic life in Maine communities. Fellows develop community-based projects, independent studies, or internships that align with the student's academic interests, focus on meeting community needs, and build meaningful relationships with local stakeholders and community members in Waterville and across Maine.
Read on 2026-10-11 from https://colby.academicworks.com/opportunities/16121- Who can apply
The O'Hanian-Szostak Fellowship will be open to applicants during each of four funding cycles throughout the year (fall, Jan Plan, spring, summer). Students submitting applications for year-long community-based projects will need to apply during the summer cycle, which opens in March. Recipients of the O'Hanian-Szostak Fellowship will receive a grant for living and travel expenses and are eligible for lost wages (up to $500 for Jan Plan and $2,000 for semester or summer experiences) if participating in internships or civic engagement projects.
Read on 2026-10-11 from https://colby.academicworks.com/opportunities/16121- Who can apply
For those conducting independent studies, lost wages may only be awarded in summer or Jan Plan if the candidate is abroad or otherwise prevented from securing employment. Upon successful completion of their community-based project, independent study, or internship experience, O'Hanian-Szostak Fellows will receive an additional $2,000 prize for outstanding community service in Maine. Any grant and prize is considered taxable income as determined by the Internal Revenue Service ( IRS ).
Read on 2026-10-11 from https://colby.academicworks.com/opportunities/16121- Who can apply
It may or may not be taxable, depending on your personal financial situation, and therefore may or may not need to be reported on your federal tax return. We advise that you consult the IRS or a tax professional for more information. Colby will report to the IRS on all payments made in accordance with IRS regulations.
Read on 2026-10-11 from https://colby.academicworks.com/opportunities/16121