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Financial Assistance
The YMCA of Greater Rochester belongs to the community. We are a volunteer-led organization with a mission of putting Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all. We believe in providing membership and program services to all who desire to participate. Through the YMCA's Financial Assistance program, financial assistance is provided, based on available resources, to those in need.
What is the Financial Assistance Program?
The Financial Assistance Program provides individuals and families in need with financial support to enable their participation in YMCA of Greater Rochester membership and program activities. Financial assistance is granted based on available resources.
How will the financial assistance amount be determined?
We have a sliding fee scale, based on total household income, number of dependents and special needs or circumstances which helps determine the amount of assistance given.
How long will an individual's financial assistance continue?
The need for financial assistance must be reassessed every year. Participants must reapply with new/update forms.
Note: Membership assistance is provided on a one year basis. Additional assistance may be granted. Other assistance types are based on the length of a program or session. Membership participants are expected to contact staff for evaluation 30 days prior to expiration. Membership participants must reapply every year, even if it is a renewal. All participants are expected to notify the YMCA staff person handling financial assistance if their financial situation changes. Scholarships must be approved prior to program registration and does not guarantee you a spot in a program.
How quickly can I expect to receive financial assistance?
Once you complete the Financial Assistance application you must turn it in, along with all the requested documents, and make an appointment with the branch's Financial Assistance representative. You will then be contacted within one week regarding the status of your application.
How do I apply?
- Complete the Financial Assistance application form below and return it to the YMCA closest to where you reside.
- Submit copies of the following* documents: a) Most recent years Federal Income Tax Form. b) Four recent paycheck stubs. c) Copy of OCFS worksheet (if applicable). d) Social security benefits.
* Include copies for all individuals contributing to household income. - The Financial Assistance Representative will set up an appointment with you.
How is confidential information handled?
Only you, the branch staff in charge of Financial Assistance and the director of the program in which you participate will have knowledge of the financial assistance program form.
Is financial assistance available at all YMCA of Greater Rochester branches?
Financial assistance is available at every branch of the Greater Rochester YMCA. However, because subsidies are branch specific, financial assistance is not transferable from one branch to another. In other words, financial assistance must be sought at the branch where your membership is based.
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Financial Assistance Application
