Who is eligible for the Youth Scholarship Fund?

Residents of Glendale may apply for a youth scholarship. A child/youth is defined as being 17 years of age or under. Approval of the application is made on an individual basis. The City of Glendale Parks and Recreation Department uses a sliding-fee scale guideline based on total household income and number of dependents. The scale assists staff in determining the amount of scholarship awarded.

Are scholarships available for all City of Glendale Parks and Recreation Department programs?

Scholarships are available for all City of Glendale Parks and Recreation Department programs.

Is it possible to join a City of Glendale Parks and Recreation Department program for free?

The City of Glendale Parks and Recreation Department believes a strong sense of ownership and pride is developed when the scholarship recipient contributes to the cost of their City of Glendale Parks and Recreation Department involvement. Therefore, applicants will be required to pay minimum of $5 for each program/class. Applicants will also be responsible for all applicable late fees. Late fees may NOT be deducted from the awarded scholarship amount. Once the scholarship is awarded, participants who choose not to participate in the program will NOT be given credit toward another program.

Is there a maximum scholarship amount that can be given?

Yes, the Scholarship Program Coordinator will advise you of the maximum approved scholarship amount for your family.

When should I apply and how long will it take to process my application?

Please submit your application at least 7 business days prior to the class/program start date/registration deadline for which you are applying, to allow necessary processing time. Once your application and all the required documents are received, we will contact you within 7 business days to review the outcome of your application. You will need to submit a registration form for the program you are interested in with your application so we can complete the process more efficiently if you are approved. Placement in your program of interest is contingent on space availability at the time of registration and not when the scholarship application is submitted.

Who will be reviewing my application?

The Scholarship Program Manager/Coordinator or their designee is the only person who will review your application. All information is handled confidentially.

If my application is approved, where do I register for a class/program?

All scholarship program recipients must register for their class/program at the Parks and Recreation Main Office. Registrations will not be accepted at the location of the class/program, online, or any other location.

Do I need to reapply for a scholarship each year?

Yes. Need for financial assistance is assessed on an annual basis.
How are funds made available for the Youth Scholarship Fund?
The scholarship fund is supported through businesses and individual contributions. Assistance is provided on a fair and open basis, in accordance with our donors’ wishes. Scholarships are provided on a first come, first served basis based on the availability of donated funds.

May I do anything in return for this assistance?

Yes! The City of Glendale Parks and Recreation Department encourages both youth and adults to volunteer. Also, the City of Glendale Parks and Recreation Department donors appreciate learning how their contributions are used. Submitting a short note about how you or your family benefited from the scholarship program is appreciated. While we do appreciate your assistance, it is not a requirement for consideration or upon approval of your application.

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