The YMCA will provide a Y Experience Scholarship to anyone desiring to participate in Child Care programs, based on established guidelines and to the extent that resources allow. We depend on donations and volunteers to support our services.  The Y is open to all, regardless of gender, race, age, background, income, or physical or mental ability. 

Anyone is eligible to apply for a scholarship.  Awards are made on the basis of demonstrated financial need based on our guidelines. Scholarships are granted for a defined time period, typically three to 12 months. Recipients are notified to submit updated information and documentation for review and renewal at least four weeks prior to the financial assistance expiration date. Failure to respond to a renewal notice and complete a review by the expiration date will result in a restoration of standard Child Care rates.

GUIDELINES AND EXPECTATIONS
 The Scholarship Application must be completed in its entirety and submitted to either Child Care office with all required documentation. Multiple documents may be needed to find the total income for the household. Please bring all that pertain to your household to expedite the process.

• REQUIRED: Two months of recent pay stubs for all household members from every employer
  (If unemployed, current unemployment benefits statement).
• REQUIRED: Two months of bank statements.
• Child support verification, or proof of non-support. Could include bank statements or letter from parent.
• LES-for Military personnel, including housing and food allowances.
• If self-employed, current profit and loss or balance sheet.
• SSA or SSI award letter.
•  Statement of monthly pension, annuity, and/or all other retirement income.
• DSHS or TANF award letter detailing cash and food assistance including household income page (supplemented with other income or WorkSource letter).
• Notice from Pierce County Housing Authority or Kitsap County Housing Authority.
• For new hires: official letter from employer verifying monthly income.
• Full-time student proof of enrollment and financial aid award letter.
• Additional documents may be required.

My signature, below, certifies I have read and understand the following: (1) I have provided all requested information that applies to me and my household members. (2) I have provided verification of income of all household members with the most recent two months' pay stubs and/or all other income and bank statements. (3) If I have any dependent children listed, I have provided verification of recent child support payments or verification that I do not receive child support (contact Division of Child Support Enforcement at 253-597-3700). (4) I have provided supporting documentation for the extenuating circumstances described above. (4) I understand this application will be voided 30 days after the review is completed if I do not enroll in a Child Care program at the Y. (5) I understand that the scholarship will expire and the rate will be raised to the full Child Care rate if the review paperwork is not turned in before the expiration date. (6) I understand that scholarships do not apply to drop-in, registration, or late fees.

I declare the statements above are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand any misrepresentation on my part may disqualify me from receiving a Y Experience Scholarship. I hereby authorize verification of information given, and I agree to provide any and all requested information needed to evaluate my need for financial assistance. I understand a review of my financial situation and circumstances will be periodically conducted at the request of the Y to verify my continuing need for assistance.