Financial Assistance

Policy

It is the opinion of the Lincolnway Special Recreation Association (LWSRA) that every resident should have the opportunity to participate in recreational programs. LWSRA will attempt to provide leisure opportunities for residents faced with financial hardship through the provision of program options with inexpensive fees as well as through the financial assistance program. All scholarship funds are obtained through donations to LWSRA. The amount available will depend on donations received and number of requests.

Guidelines

1. The application form must be filled out completely. If the form is not complete it will be returned which will delay the application process.
2. All information submitted is confidential and is not a matter of public record.
3. All information submitted must be true and accurate. Financial assistance awarded based on false information knowingly supplied by the applicant will be nullified and future assistance jeopardized.
4. The financial assistance application and the registration form must be returned as soon as possible.
5. The Director or Superintendent of Recreation will review the application and the applicant will be notified as soon as possible.
6. All assistance will be awarded on the basis of need and availability of financial assitance funds.
7. Financial Assistance applications must be submitted each calendar year.
8. Financial assistance is awarded on a per person, per program, per brochure season basis. Granting of financial assistance does not ensure continued approval for future sessions.

Limits on Financial Assistance

1. It is the policy of LWSRA to not grant full financial assistance. An individual may qualify for up to one half of program fees for up to two programs per brochure season.
2. At least 25% of the total amount due must be paid at registration and installments are available for the remaining fees. Fees must be paid in full before future registration is accepted.
3. Assistance is not awarded for overnight trips, programs attending ticketed events, piano lessons, After School Care or transportation fees.
4. Assistance is not awarded for extra expenses that are not included in the program fee such as supply costs, meals, and tournament fees.
5. Financial Assistance awards will not exceed $400.00 per person per year, based on documented need, availability of funds, and approval.

If you have any questions, please contact the LWSRA office at (815) 320-3500.