Within the available resources of the Pittsfield Family YMCA, the Y will provide Y-Aid (financial assistance) for any youth, adult or senior who desires to participate at the Y and who understands the full benefits of the Y. Those prospective members not able to pay the full fee may be awarded partial Y-Aid based on their demonstrated ability to pay and the Y’s ability to fund the subsidy. The Y reserves the right to deny or discontinue service at any time. We require a $25 processing fee paid when you apply for Y-Aid. This is a non-refundable fee, but it will be applied to your membership if you decide to join the Y.
Eligibility
- Applicants must work or reside in the Y service area.
- Assistance will be granted on the basis of financial need resulting from low income. The Y must be notified immediately if a change in income is experienced during the assistance period.
- Applicants must provide proof of income for the entire household, not just the income of those who wish to apply from the same home.
- Applicants are encouraged, but not required, to provide a written thank you letter to the contributors of the Y with this application.
- Applicants may be asked to provide volunteer service to the Y.
- The Y believes a strong sense of ownership and pride is developed if the Y-Aid recipient has contributed to the cost of his/her Y involvement. Therefore, applicants will be asked to pay a portion of the fees.
- Y-Aid can be granted for annual memberships, childcare, youth programs and summer camp. Applicants may reapply at the end of the assistance period.
- Applicants with a prior balance due are not eligible to receive Y-Aid.
How do I apply for Y-Aid?
- Only the President or appointed designee is authorized to grant partial scholarships for low income. All records are kept confidential.
- Y-Aid and membership applications must be completed before an award will be made.
- A written form of documentation indicating current household income will be required at the time of application. One (1) month current pay stubs, verification of food stamps, Social Security assistance and child support must be submitted along with this application.
- Copies of documentation must be provided. We can no longer make copies.
- Applicants will be notified of Y-Aid approval/denial by mail.
