Financial Assistance Application

The Springfield Family YMCA is dedicated to serving the community. Our missions is to put Judeo/Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. We believe in providing programs and membership to anyone who desires to participate. Through the YMCA’s financial assistance program, help is available for those in need.

Q: What is YMCA financial assistance?



A: The Springfield Family YMCA believes in providing membership and program services to all who desire to participate. The YMCA’s financial assistance program, supported in part by the United Way of Clark & Champaign Counties, uses all available resources to provide support to those who have financial need and qualify for assistance.

F.A.Q.

(Frequently Asked Questions)
Q: Who is eligible for YMCA financial assistance?



A: Anyone may apply for financial assistance. Approvals are made on an individual basis and based on a sliding-fee scale with total household income and number of dependents taken into consideration. The scale assists the financial assistance officer in determining the amount of aid awarded. Family, adult, student, and youth memberships are available. Children 18 & over must be in college to be included in a family membership.
Q: Is it possible to join the YMCA for free?



A: No. The YMCA believes a strong sense of ownership and pride is developed when the financial assistance recipient contributes to the cost of their YMCA involvement. Therefore, applicants will be asked to pay a portion of the fee for the requested services.
Q: If I receive YMCA financial assistance, what is expected of me?



A: Upon approval of financial assistance, a YMCA representative sends verification and conditions of the scholarship to you. Those conditions include the length of your scholarship, your commitment to make payments on time, mandatory attendance at a New Member Orientation, and the activation of your award within six months.
Q: Who will review my application?



A: The executive director and/or their designee are the only people who will review your application. All information is handled confidentially.

Q: How long will the financial assistance continue?



A: Financial assistance is usually good for one year. All participants must reapply each year.
Q: How quickly can I expect to receive financial assistance?



A: Once a completed financial assistance application and required documents have been submitted to the financial assistance officer, the review process generally takes two to three weeks.
Q: May I do anything in return for this assistance?

Yes! At the YMCA, children and adults are encouraged to volunteer. Also, YMCA donors appreciate learning how their contributions are used. Submitting a short note about how your or your family benefited from the financial assistance program is greatly appreciated.
Q: How do I apply?



A: Follow these directions.



1. Complete ALL portions of the financial assistance application form.

Scholarship Application

2. The following documents MUST be attached to your application for consideration:

a. most recent federal income tax form (1040), (A Federal Tax Return must be included)

b. and documents showing the following sources of income:

* state verification of assistance,
* alimony & child support payments,
* food stamps,
* SSI, welfare, or other assistance payments.
(Copies for ALL individuals who have an income in the household must be included.
Failure to provide this information will delay approval of financial assistance.)

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