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Applicant Information For Youth Assistance Fund

     Who Qualifies? Any child who meets the age requirements of the specific program, who would not otherwise be able to pay for the program, or for whom payment would result in the family applying money which should be used for other pressing needs is eligible. The family income must be under a certain amount. This amount changes depending on the number of people in the family. These eligibility amounts are patterned after the formula established by the State Department of education for subsidized programs as reflected in the table below:

The Application and Selection Process

     The parent or legal guardian of a candidate must complete the Youth Assistance Fund application and submit proof of income. Once the application is received, it is reviewed for eligibility requirements. Applicants will be notified of their qualification status prior to registration deadlines. Full or partial assistance may be approved.

     The funds are secured through the generosity of local businesses, community groups, and individuals. There may not be enough, funds to provide for all the families who meet the eligibility requirements. Families residing in the Auburn Recreation District's district boundaries will be given first priority.

      Commitment on the part of the family to attend and or participate in the program once assistance is provided is very important. For this reason, all recipients who receive 100% awards will be required to contribute a small monetary amount toward the assistance fund or volunteer a set minimum number of hours to an ARD youth program. This amount will be determined by income/family size.

At all times the dignity and privacy of applicants and their families will be respected throughout the process.

PLEASE NOTE: This assistance fund is not intended for ARD's Discovery Club, Day Camp, or Tiny Tots Preschool