Maine’s transition from Winter to Spring is a unique season of its own, Mud Season. Grab that rain jacket and rubber boots! This is a great family activity – especially if you don’t mind getting a little dirty. Print out a sheet for each family member (and don’t forget to determine a prize for the… Read more »
Every parent wants GREAT things for their child(ren). Our MyPlan program provides an easy way for parents to plan today for their child’s future – and it doesn’t all involve saving money or a four-year degree. We’ve created this printable to be more interactive in creating a MyPlan with your child – what can they… Read more »
Practicing gratitude is important for adults and children. It’s easy to be distracted by every day wants, and experiences of others, and forget to appreciate what we do have. Gratitude can help us be more present in the moment, happier, healthier, and fulfilled. Try this activity as a family for a month, or more! Monthly… Read more »
Your child may receive money for allowance, birthdays, holidays, or for doing chores or small jobs. Talk to your child about three basic concepts that can help them make choices about money – how they can Save, Share, and Spend their money. When they really want something, it’s the perfect time to put these lessons… Read more »
Anyone remember being told as a kid never to talk about money, politics, or religion? This familiar parental advice surely has good intentions – but one unintended consequence can be missing out on the opportunity to raise financially literate kids that are confident in their ability to manage money. While it might feel awkward to… Read more »
Enter the #DreamBigStartSmall Future Contest! Mr. Alfond believed that every Maine child should have an opportunity for higher education, and that is how the $500 My Alfond Grant was born. These funds are meant to inspire parents to think about their child’s future education from birth and ensure that Maine’s children’s future is bright. While… Read more »
Winters in Maine are cold and long – add in a global pandemic, and if you’re like many parents, you’re hearing “I’m bored” a few times more than you’d like. But while boredom might feel inevitable – the benefits that come from it are actually plentiful. The truth is boredom is good for kids! Feeling… Read more »
The average American spends 5.4 hours a day on their smartphones, with some saying they spend 12 hours on their phone a day (TechJury). Including time at your computer, laptop, tablet, or TV – that’s a lot of time looking at a screen and not being present with friends and family. Can you challenge your… Read more »
The holidays might be the most magical time of year, but they can also be incredibly stressful – for kids and adults alike. Add in a global pandemic, and it can be easy to lose sight of the magic – and the meaning – behind the season. This year, consider adding one (or five!) new… Read more »
The Power of a Positive Attitude on Your Child’s Future – and how to help shape it! In a year that’s seen its fair share of bad news, extreme stress and so many unknowns can make it challenging to maintain a sunny, positive outlook. This is true for both children and adults alike. But research… Read more »
In a year that has been full of uncertainty, thinking about the future can feel…just plain weird. But research on children who have experienced traumatic events like disasters has shown that “encouraging children to have a positive future orientation can buffer against possible trauma,” says Michael Ungar, a family therapist with a doctorate in social… Read more »
Just a heads up...
We’re directing you to www.myalfondgrantinfofromfame.com,
a site administered by the Finance Authority of Maine.
Just a heads up...
We’re directing you to www.myalfondgrantinfofromfame.com,
a site administered by the Finance Authority of Maine.
Just a heads up...
We’re directing you to www.NextGenforME.com,
a site administered by the Finance Authority of Maine.
Just a heads up...
We’re directing you to www.NextGenforME.com,
a site administered by the Finance Authority of Maine.
Just a heads up...
We’re directing you to www.NextGenforME.com, a site administered by the Finance Authority of Maine.
Just a heads up...
We’re directing you to www.NextGenforME.com, a site administered by the Finance Authority of Maine.
Just a heads up...
We’re directing you to www.NextGenforME.com,
a site administered by the Finance Authority of Maine.
Just a heads up...
We’re directing you to www.famemaine.com, a site administered by the Finance Authority of Maine.
Just a heads up …
In order to view your Alfond Grant value, we’re directing you to a site of the Finance Authority of Maine (FAME), the Alfond Grant administrator. FAME also administers NextGen 529™, Maine’s Section 529 plan.