At the Belvidere Township Park District, we believe every child deserves the chance to participate in recreational programs, regardless of financial circumstances. That’s why we’re proud to offer the Financial Assistance Scholarship (FAS) Program, which provides support to families in need while encouraging active and engaged youth in our community. Thanks to the generous sponsorship of First Mid Bank & Trust, this scholarship helps cover registration fees for a wide range of youth programs, including sports, fitness, arts, and specialty activities offered by the Park District.
Currently, the FAS program is accepting applications for eligible families to participate in Park District programs starting January 1, 2025, through December 31, 2025. Funds are available on a first-come, first-served basis, so we encourage early applications!
Eligibility requirements for the applicant:
To qualify for the FAS program, families must meet the following criteria:
- The family resides within, or the child attends school within, the Belvidere Township Park District boundaries.
- The child is between ages 2-17 at the start of the program.
- The family’s income meets the FAS Income Guidelines (outlined on application and below).
- The families must contribute to the program cost (The contributions are 1/3 family, 2/3 Financial Assistance Scholarship).
Eligible Programs for Winter/Spring 2025
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Application guidelines
We are committed to making recreational programs accessible to all families in our community. The Financial Assistance Scholarship (FAS) program helps ensure that more children have the opportunity to participate in enriching activities. Below are the key details to keep in mind when applying for assistance.
- Assistance is limited up to $300 per child and $600 per family annually (Jan. 1, 2025 – Dec. 31, 2025)
- Scholarship funds are applicable only to registration fees, not additional costs such as supplies or uniforms.
- All FAS Request Forms must be received at least 2 weeks prior to the start of the program. Application processing takes 6-10 days
- Any applications submitted for payment after the program has begun will not be accepted and no reimbursements will be made.
- The program must not discriminate based upon race, religious belief or affiliation, national origin, sexual orientation, or mental or physical disabilities.
- FSA cannot be used for childcare programs (3rd Base, Camp Compass, Club Horizon, Camp Horizon)
How to Apply
Applying for the Financial Assistance Scholarship (FAS) is simple and straightforward! We want to ensure that every eligible child has access to our programs, so we’ve designed the process to be as easy as possible. Follow the steps outlined below to complete your application and take advantage of this opportunity for your family. Once the form is submitted, The Superintendent of Recreation will review your application and notify you in writing of the approved scholarship amount.
- Families must complete the FAS Request Form for each program per child – linked below or available for pick-up at the Admin building
- The District is responsible for verifying the following information on the applicant:
- Age of applicant
- Residency of application
- Income based on a paycheck stub, tax return or other appropriate document.
Income Eligibility Guidelines Household Size Annual Monthly Twice Per Month Every Two Weeks Weekly 1 25,142 2,095 1,048 967 484 2 33,874 2,823 1,412 1,303 652 3 42,606 3,551 1,776 1,639 820 4 51,338 4,279 2,140 1,975 988 5 60,070 5,006 2,503 2,311 1,156 6 68,802 5,734 2,867 2,647 1,324 7 77,534 6,462 3,231 2,983 1,492 8 86,266 7,189 3,595 3,318 1,659 For each additional family member, add 8,732 728 364 336 168
Financial Assistance Scholarship Application Form
Special Thank You to Our Scholarship Sponsors
