Invest in ME Kindergarten
Family Tips and Resources
It’s about your child’s future success.
A $500 Alfond Grant has been invested for every child born a Maine resident since January 1, 2013¹. The Alfond Grant is intended to be used for higher education. It’s a great head start on a bright future!
There are many things you can do to help your child get ready for their future education. Check out the tips and resources below.
Fun activities to do with your kids
Here are some cool games, activities, and conversation starters:
Fun coloring activity sheet to get kids thinking about a future career.
- Cash and Max Use these coloring books to begin teaching your child about careers, education, and money.
- Try this money sorting activity with your kids.
College Savings Calculator: See If You’re On Track
Saving for higher education is a good thing! Families with savings have many more options. And, it’s never too early to start.
Small amounts of savings add up over time – every little bit counts and can make a difference. Looking for money to save?
- Use this calculator to see how much money you’ll need for college, whether you’re on track to save enough, and what you need to do to reach your goal.
Preparing to afford higher education
Set the stage for your child’s academic success & affording education after high school.
Learn about early planning resources:
- Make a plan for your child’s future success at MyAlfondGrant.org.
- Start preparing early! Find resources at FAME-Education.
- Wondering if savings has an impact on future financial aid eligibility? Check out the facts here.
- Learn more about investing for higher education. FAME offers NextGen 529 – Maine’s section 529 plan which many families use to plan for higher education expenses. And there are matching grants for Maine residents!
Save Now and Give Your Child More Options Later
Whether education after high school is around the corner or still some years away, taking small steps to save now can make a big difference! Consider building on your child’s Alfond Grant by starting to save as you can. Did you know you can use your $500 Alfond Grant to open a NextGen 529® account without making an initial deposit?
The Alfond Scholarship Foundation is not an authorized distributor of NextGen 529. For more information, please click here to read our full disclaimer.
