Introducing the Silvernail Foundation's 2025 Scholarship Recipients in Hancock County
Silvernail Foundation Celebrates New Scholars for 2025
The Silvernail Foundation, a vital player in enhancing educational opportunities in Hancock County, has announced its newest cohort of scholarship recipients. This is the third year of the Foundation's impressive commitment to support local talent as they pursue their post-secondary education.
Founded in 2022 by Andy and Shelby Silvernail, proud graduates of Bucksport High School, the initiative began with an impressive $2 million investment aimed at empowering students to reach their academic and leadership aspirations. Each year, up to 10 students are granted scholarships, each valued at up to $20,000, specifically designated to aid in their educational expenses and foster leadership development.
The 2025 Silvernail Scholars
The newly announced scholarship winners for 2025 are an inspiring group of young individuals:
- - Lily Therrien – Bucksport High School
- - Paige Bowden – Bucksport High School
- - Wyatt Weaver – Bucksport High School
- - Anthony Adams – Deer Isle-Stonington High School
- - Madlyn Hagney – Ellsworth High School
- - Livezey Sheehan – Ellsworth High School
- - Ella Montgomery – Ellsworth High School
- - Lucinda Clews – George Stevens Academy
- - Sorrel Steele – George Stevens Academy
- - Daria Artemchuk – Mount Desert Island High School
- - Callie Chase – Sumner Memorial High School
According to Andy Silvernail, co-founder and chairman of the Foundation, "We are incredibly proud of our newest cohort of Silvernail Scholars, who will join the 2023 and 2024 classes. These hardworking, intelligent, and kind-hearted young people represent the future, and I am honored to support their journeys."
Local Roots, National Reach
The recipients are set to attend a variety of higher education institutions across the nation, including schools in major cities like Chicago and New York, while still being firmly grounded in their local communities of Maine. Shelby Silvernail emphasized their commitment, stating, "Maine is our foundation. Our family has lived all over but giving back to our roots and helping young people the way others helped us is the gift of a lifetime."
Summer Symposium – A Celebration of Community
To further enrich the scholarship experience, the Silvernail Foundation organizes an annual symposium where all three cohorts of scholars come together for a day filled with connection, personal development workshops, and enjoyable activities. This year’s event will foster relationships between the students and members of the advisory council, creating a strong network of support.
Andy and Shelby express their enthusiasm for this gathering, remarking, "We look forward to this every year. It’s about more than just providing scholarships – it’s about building a community."
About The Silvernail Foundation
At its core, the Silvernail Foundation embodies the principles of people, passion, and perseverance. The organization is dedicated to providing young individuals with the resources and opportunities they need to succeed, fostering not only their academic growth but also their leadership and health. Through equitable access to education, the Foundation continues to impact lives across Hancock County and beyond, nurturing the next generation of leaders and changemakers.
Headquartered in Blue Hill, Maine, the Silvernail Foundation looks forward to expanding its reach and continuing its mission in the years to come.
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