Earlier this year, 151 students from across the Federated States of Micronesia received Habele tuition scholarships for the 2026–27 school year. Six members of that class now carry an additional distinction: each has been named the recipient of a Habele Memorial Scholarship. These are not six additional awards. They are special designations within the larger … Continue reading Six students carry forward six legacies of service
Pohnpei Ingenuity Heads to Global Robotics Stage
Five 12th-grade students from across Pohnpei are preparing to represent the Federated States of Micronesia at the 2026 FIRST Global Challenge in Incheon, Republic of Korea, October 7–10. Three team members—Giselle, Rodrick, and Natasha—represent Pohnpei Island Central School. Jenamy, a Nanpei Memorial High School student, and Yumelinda, a Madolenihmw High School student, join the team … Continue reading Pohnpei Ingenuity Heads to Global Robotics Stage
Micronesian Students Do the Work, Habele Scholarships Close the Gap
One Scholarship Class, All Four FSM States Habele has awarded 151 tuition scholarships for the 2026–27 school year, providing $80,844.75 in direct assistance to students from all four states of the Federated States of Micronesia. Among them are 89 outer-island students—not only from Yap’s Outer Islands, but also from the outer islands of Chuuk and … Continue reading Micronesian Students Do the Work, Habele Scholarships Close the Gap
2026 2027 Habele Scholarship Application Form
Habele will only consider applications submitted through the most recent version of the 2026-27 Habele Scholarship Application Form. The Habele Tuition Scholarship is for students attending private elementary and high schools within Federated States of Micronesia (FSM). Habele's tuition assistance averages 50 to 75 percent of the total cost of tuition and fees; parents pay … Continue reading 2026 2027 Habele Scholarship Application Form
Habele Report Highlights Education, Community Partnerships Across Micronesia
The Habele Outer Island Education Fund has released its 2025 Annual Report, documenting a year of education, literacy, and cultural initiatives carried out in close partnership with Micronesian families, schools, and community organizations. Founded in 2006 by former Peace Corps Volunteers who lived and taught in Micronesia, Habele works at the request of local partners … Continue reading Habele Report Highlights Education, Community Partnerships Across Micronesia
Brighter Futures, Stronger Ties: US Nonprofit Drives Educational Progress in Strategically Situated Micronesia
(Colonia, Yap) In a quiet yet determined effort to expand educational opportunities in the Western Pacific, an American nonprofit is helping students from some of Micronesia’s most remote islands access the region’s top-performing private schools. At the same time, decades long US-Micronesia ties are being strengthened. Habele, a U.S.-based charity founded by former Peace Corps … Continue reading Brighter Futures, Stronger Ties: US Nonprofit Drives Educational Progress in Strategically Situated Micronesia
Nonprofits, Diaspora Groups, and Local Leaders Collaborate on Donation to Kosrae
KOSRAE, Federated States of Micronesia — In a testament to enduring trans-Pacific ties, a 40-foot shipping container packed with hospital equipment, school supplies, and household appliances arrived on the shores of Kosrae this week, delivering a wave of relief to one of the most remote communities in Micronesia. The grassroots humanitarian effort, coordinated by Honolulu-based … Continue reading Nonprofits, Diaspora Groups, and Local Leaders Collaborate on Donation to Kosrae
Habele Tuition Scholarship Application Form 2025-26
The Habele Tuition Scholarship is for students attending private elementary and high schools within Federated States of Micronesia (FSM). Habele's tuition assistance averages 50 to 75 percent of the total cost of tuition and fees; parents pay the remainder. Application forms and attachments must be received no later than June 30th. Scholarships are announced, and … Continue reading Habele Tuition Scholarship Application Form 2025-26
MicSem Library, Treasure Trove of Micronesian History, Reopened on Yap
(Lamer, Yap) MicSem Library, an internationalized recognized collection of books, recordings, videos and historical source documents, was formally reopened to the public on May First in the south of Yap. Traditional, political, religious and educational leaders were in attendance, along with community members and students, to observe and celebrate the long-anticipated event. Micronesian Seminar (known … Continue reading MicSem Library, Treasure Trove of Micronesian History, Reopened on Yap
15,000th book mailed to young child on Yap
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library (DPIL) is a community-based program providing children with free, home-delivered books from birth to their 5th birthday. The Imagination Library was founded and created by beloved American songwriter, musician, actress, author and business-woman, Dolly Parton, in her hometown of Sevierville, Tennessee in 1996. The home library encourages reading at home between … Continue reading 15,000th book mailed to young child on Yap