In 2009, the University of Maine System created the Small Campus Initiative to provide Maine Economic Improvement Funds (MEIF) to the five smaller campuses of the University of Maine System. Funds must be used in accordance with the Statutes that govern the Maine Economic Improvement Fund. In fiscal year (FY) 2023, the University of Maine System has allocated approximately $580,500 to support the Small Campus Initiative (SCI).
Review the overview here (Word Document)
Relevant Resources and Links
- Science and Technology Action Plan for Maine (PDF)
- Maine’s Technology Sectors and Clusters: Status and Strategy, 2008 (External Site)
- Maine Economic Development Strategy 2020-2029, A Focus on Talent and Innovation (External PDF)
- Governor’s Economic Recovery Committee, Recommendations to Sustain and Grow Maine’s Economy (2020) (External PDF)
Applications must be received by 5:00 PM on February 16, 2023 through the University of Maine System InfoReady grant review portal (External Link).
Questions about the application process and requests for proposal development assistance can be directed to:
Jason Charland
Senior Advisor to the President and Director of Research Development, University of Maine
Email: jason.charland@maine.edu
Phone: 207-581-2461