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INFORMATION and APPLICATION

What is the Annapolis Recreation and Parks Scholarship Fund?
The City of Annapolis Recreation and Parks Department maintains a Scholarship Fund for youth and adults who are City of Annapolis residents that do not have the financial means to participate in fee-based recreational programs and activities.

Who is eligible?
City of Annapolis residents who are experiencing financial difficulty or who are in a unique, hardship situation. We understand that from time to time families may encounter some unforeseen and unfortunate circumstances, emotionally or financially, that may cause disruption and discord in the family. During these times this program may provide some scholarship (program fee) assistance to help the family meet some of their recreational needs. If feel you are in need of scholarship assistance, but do not meet the income guidelines, please attach a letter to your registration form stating your circumstances. These are special circumstances and will be handled on a case by case basis. Depending on availability of scholarship funds, families may or may not be awarded a scholarship two or more consecutive years.

How does the scholarship program work?
Approved individuals or families with no children may be awarded a $100 account credit (scholarship) per calendar year and families with children may be granted $25 for each child up to a maximum of $250 per family. The scholarship may be applied towards Annapolis Recreation Department sponsored programs, memberships, and passes. (Not valid for facility rentals or after school child care programs.) Scholarship applications will be accepted starting December 1st each year with the scholarship credit valid January – December the following year. Applications will continue to be accepted until available scholarship funding is exhausted for the year. Unused scholarship account balances will be removed at the end of the calendar year and may not be carried over from one year to the next. Scholarships will be awarded on a first come, first serve basis while funding is available.

Which programs can I use the scholarship for?
All Annapolis Recreation Department sponsored programs, memberships, and pool passes as long as applicable and approved. Scholarships cannot be used toward licensed child care programs, facility rentals, or certain “co-sponsored” summer camps.

When can I apply for a scholarship?
Scholarship applications are available beginning October 1st for the following year’s funding. Applications will continue to be accepted until scholarship funding is exhausted for the year.

What supporting documentation is needed?
Income supporting documentation needed is as follows:
Salary/Wages – Attach copies of your income tax return for the most current filing year OR
Free Lunch Program Documentation – Attach notice of participation in the free lunch program through Anne Arundel County Schools. This must be a signed document from the child’s specific school AND
Required Residency Documentation – A driver’s license accompanied by a utility bill, tax bill, land phone line bill or any documentation tied directly to the residence. All items must have the correct name, current date and correct address.

How to apply
Please download information and application here. For more information, please contact Samantha Gilmore at sagilmore@annapolis.gov.