The YMCA of Norwalk

Scholarship Fund

The YMCA of Norwalk is a not-for-profit health and human services organization committed to helping people grow in spirit, mind, and body. YMCAs are here to serve people of all ages, backgrounds, abilities, and incomes.

The YMCA is a community-based organization and believes that its programs and services should be available to everyone. That's why the YMCA offers financial assistance that is designed to fit each individual's financial situation.

The goal of this program is to provide temporary aid while taking action to improve one's financial situation. Recipients receiving assistance will be asked to pay a portion of the fee or tuition and the balance is subsidized from our Financial Assistance Funds.

The YMCA of Norwalk requires that individuals provide the requested information on the YMCA of Norwalk Financial Assistance Form regarding income, family size, to name a few so that we can provide financial assistance in a fair and consistent manner. The YMCA requires that individuals reapply every year for membership and every six months for a program or when requested to keep the information on their application updated.

To process your application, we will need the following information:

Fully completed YMCA of Norwalk Financial Assistance Form
One page letter stating your request and personal situation.
All documentation that substantiates your current monthly expenses (i.e. rental or mortgage payments, utility payments, utility bills, school loans, medical, insurance or other normal monthly expenses).
Copy of last year's tax return
Copy of last three pay stubs
(or) Copy of public aid documentation
(or) Copy of social security or disability checks (or copy of bank statement showing amount of automatic deposit)

If you do not have a copy of your tax return, you may obtain one by calling the IRS at 800-829-1040. If you did not file taxes last year, or if you don't have the other documents required, please indicate and explain.

All YMCA members receive the same membership benefits, regardless of whether or not they are receiving assistance. YMCA members can feel great knowing that they are involved in an organization that cares greatly for the health and well-being of people and is committed to building strong kids, strong families and strong communities.

Application Review
Your application will be handled confidentially by the YMCA Financial Assistance Committee. Applications are reviewed at the end of each month. The committee will be reviewing the completed paperwork that you have returned. All applications need to be turned in before determination at the end of the month. If Financial Assistance is turned in later then this you will be determined the following month. At this time, Financial Assistance Funding is no more than 75%. All participants will be required to at least contribute 25% towards a membership. If this is a hardship the YMCA of Norwalk will always take this into consideration.

Application Decision

The decision on your scholarship application will be mailed to you
Once an approval letter has been received, bring the approval letter with you to register at the YMCA. Present the letter to the front desk staff person.
If you have a current scholarship and would like to request a scholarship for another family member within the same tax year, you may fill out a supplemental scholarship form.
If it becomes necessary to register for (additional) classes during the year, a supplemental scholarship request form may be obtained at the front desk and returned to the attention of the YMCA Financial Assistance Committee. The same process as described above will be followed.
Due to limited scholarship funds, it may be necessary to serve the needs of new applicants before granting additional funds to recent recipients. Former recipients in some cases may continue to receive assistance but at a reduced level.
It is your responsibility to notify the YMCA of Norwalk of any changes in your income status.

YMCA of Norwalk • 370 West Avenue • Norwalk, CT 06850 • tel (203) 866-4425 • fax (203) 838-4601