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Carol Kaplan Award

FREEPORT COMMUNITY SERVICES

Foundation Annual

Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

September 13, 2026

146 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Carol Kaplan Award

Organization: Freeport Community Services

Geographic Scope: Freeport and Pownal, Maine

Focus Areas: Volunteer service and community engagement

Eligibility:

  • Outstanding volunteers at Freeport Community Services

  • Demonstrated positive effect on FCS clients and/or the organization

  • Tireless commitment to FCS mission

  • Active engagement in volunteering in Freeport and Pownal
  • Award: Annual recognition award

    Background: Now in its 22nd year (as of 2019). The award is dedicated to the memory of Carol Kaplan, who served as Freeport's General Assistance Administrator from 1982 until her death in 1997. Carol was known for her generosity and compassion in serving those in need. The award honors her legacy of working with the community to build a better future.

    Recognition: Winner(s) recognized at the Annual Board of Directors Meeting

    Contact:

  • Email: khudak@fcsmaine.org

  • Phone: (207) 865-3985

  • Address: 53 Depot Street, Freeport, ME 04032
  • How to Apply

    Application Process

    1. Obtain nomination form:
    - Available in the FCS office
    - Download available online

    2. Complete nomination form with information about the nominee

    3. Submit nomination:
    - Deadline: September 13th
    - Mail: 53 Depot Street, Freeport, ME 04032
    - Email: khudak@fcsmaine.org

    4. Recognition: Winner announced and recognized at Annual Board of Directors Meeting (typically in October)

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