What you give away,
you keep forever.
Honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Tom Farrell — educator, coach, and superintendent — by investing in Maine's next generation of leaders.
Honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Tom Farrell — educator, coach, and superintendent — by investing in Maine's next generation of leaders.
Our Mission
Dr. Tom Farrell devoted his life to young people. Over more than fifty years, he served as a teacher, coach, and superintendent in Maine, Colorado, and Taiwan. When Tom passed away in March 2024, the Farrell family heard from hundreds of former students, athletes, and colleagues who spoke of the lasting impact he had on their lives.
The Future Leaders of Maine Foundation was created to carry that legacy forward. We invest in young Mainers who lead with compassion, integrity, and courage — and who, like Tom, understand that helping others is the most lasting kind of leadership.
Read his story →A full-tuition award covering the freshman year for a graduating Maine high school senior attending the University of Maine.
Training, mentorship, and growth opportunities for both recipients and finalists each year.
Building a $400,000 permanent fund so this work continues for generations of Maine students.
2025 Inaugural Recipient
At George Stevens Academy, Mya served as president of her student council, was a captain on her basketball, soccer, and softball teams, and received the Principal's Award. She's currently finishing her first year at the University of Maine, with her freshman-year tuition fully covered by the Foundation.
"I would define a great leader as someone who has integrity, organizational skills, puts others before themselves, has great communication skills, and has the ability to inspire others to achieve a specific goal." — Mya SchildrothRead the announcement →
A New Book
Dr. Tom Farrell's reflections on a lifetime of leadership — drawn from fifty years as a teacher, coach, and superintendent — and the philosophy that inspired the Foundation. With a foreword by his sons, an afterword by his wife Debbie, and tributes from former students including Olympic medalist Gretchen Bleiler and NBA Hall of Fame coach Gregg Popovich.
Every copy sold supports our scholarship and leadership programs.
Get the Book — $25We're working toward a $400,000 permanent endowment that will fund scholarships and leadership programs for Maine students for generations to come. Every gift, large or small, brings us closer.
Donate Now