Lisbon Community FCU Announces Winners of Four $2,500 Scholarships to Local High School Seniors

July 9, 2026 |

Lisbon Community FCU is delighted to announce the recipients of its annual Rochel “Russ” Livernois Memorial Scholarship program, awarding four $2,500 scholarships to outstanding local high school seniors. This year’s winners demonstrated exceptional academic achievements, community involvement, and a strong commitment to pursuing higher education.

“We are incredibly proud of these remarkable students,” said Sarah Perkins, President/CEO of Lisbon Community FCU. “Their dedication and passion for making a positive impact in their communities are truly inspiring. We are honored to support them as they take the next steps in their educational journeys.”

The 2026 Rochel “Russ” Livernois Memorial Scholarship Recipients Include:

  1. Liam Ennis (Monmouth Academy)
    • Plans to attend: University of Maine Orono
    • Intended Major: Electrical Engineering
  2. Lilliana Larochelle (Freeport High School)
    • Plans to attend: Plymouth State University
    • Intended Major: Exercise Science
  3. Samuel Liudvinaitis (Lisbon High School)
    • Plans to attend: University of Maine at Augusta
    • Intended Major: Library Science
  4. Isabella Rich (Maine Connections Academy)
    • Plans to attend: New England Institute of Technology
    • Intended Major: Welding

Each of these students submitted impressive applications, including thoughtful essays on how their education will help them make a positive impact in their communities. The credit union’s selection committee was impressed by their stories and aspirations.

Lisbon Community FCU developed the Rochel ‘Russ’ Livernois Scholarship Fund in 2000 to help local graduating seniors realize their dreams. Mr. Livernois served as Treasurer/Manager from the credit union’s beginning in 1959 through 1985. The scholarship fund honors his years of service and dedication.