Black Bear Specialty Plates - University of Maine Foundation

Black Bear specialty plates help support UMaine students with financial need. In fact, The Maine Black Bear Scholarship Fund receives $10 for each registration purchased or renewed, and this amount qualifies as a charitable tax deduction. Proceeds from Black Bear license plates have contributed over $1.8M in scholarships for UMaine students since 2004.

First Year Free!

The University of Maine Foundation voucher covers the initial $20 fee for the Black Bear License Plate.

Anyone with state of Maine plates can use the voucher. Black Bear specialty plates are brought to you by the University of Maine Foundation, an independent nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization. Established in 1934, the foundation exists to encourage gifts and bequests to nurture academic achievement, foster research and elevate intellectual pursuit at the University of Maine. Request yours below.

Frequently Asked Questions

Black Bear specialty plates.

The renewal cost for a Black Bear Plate is $15—part of the renewal fees are donated back to the University of Maine to aid in scholarship support for UMaine students! Further cost information is available at maine.gov

Yes! We encourage your to “B CR8TV” (be creative) when creating your Black Bear license plate—it is a great way to stand out and even further celebrate your UMaine spirit.

Yes! In fact, the closer you get to Orono, the more plates you will see.

Yes! Just visit the DMV or your town office with your voucher, and they will assist you in getting your Black Bear plates.

Yes! A portion ($10) of your yearly renewal fee counts as a tax-deductible, charitable gift.

Each renewal of a Black Bear license plate garners $10 in scholarship support for UMaine students.

Voucher Request Form

Please submit this form in order to receive a Black Bear license plate voucher.