Financial Assistance Application and Process

The YMCA of Metropolitan Denver believes everyone should have the opportunity to participate in YMCA membership and in our programs regardless of their ability to pay. We provide financial assistance to the extent possible to those in need through the generosity of our donors.

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SCHOLARSHIP UPDATES

The YMCA offers scholarships for membership, programs, child care, Youth in Government and summer camp. Financial assistance is offered at 25%, 50% and 75% levels. 100% scholarships are no longer being awarded.

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Interested in CCCAP? Get details here.  

HOW TO APPLY/REQUIREMENTS

  • The scholarship application process is online.
  • Access the application through: Your YMCA Account 
  • If you do not have a YMCA Account, here are the steps to set up an account.
  • Proof of annual income is required. If your annual income is below $20,000, please apply first for CCCAP in your city/county. See resources below under Frequently Asked Questions/FAQ. Proof of CCCAP denial will be required before being considered for a YMCA Scholarship.

Completing a scholarship application does not secure your support in a program. We provide assistance to the extent possible through the generosity of our donors. See step-by-step video of the application process below.

 

Solicitud y Proceso de Ayuda Financiera

El YMCA de Metro Denver cree que todos deben tener la oportunidad de participar en la membresía y los programas de el YMCA, independientemente de capacidad de pago. Proveemos Ayuda Financiera en la mayor medida posible a los necesitados, gracias a la generosidad de nuestros donantes.  

ACTUALIZACIONES DE BECAS

El YMCA ofrece becas para membresía, programas, cuidado infantil, Youth in Government y campamento de verano. La asistencia financiera se ofrece en niveles del 25%, 50% y 75%. Ya no se otorgan becas del 100%.

CÓMO SOLICITAREl

  • El proceso de solicitud de becas esta en linea.

  • Acceda a la aplicación a través de: Su Cuenta De YMCA  

  • Si no tienes una cuenta en el YMCA, aquí están los pasos para crear una cuenta.

  • Se requiere comprobante de ingresos anuales. Si tus ingresos anuales son inferiores a $20,000, por favor, solicita primero el CCCAP en tu ciudad/condado. Consulta los recursos a continuación en Preguntas Frecuentes/FAQ. Se requerirá comprobante de denegación del CCCAP antes de ser considerado para una beca del YMCA

Completar una solicitud de beca no asegura su apoyo en un programa. Brindamos asistencia en la medida de lo posible a través de la generosidad de nuestros donantes. Pronto se añadirá un video paso a paso del proceso de solicitud.

 

Answers to Frequently Asked Questions

  • Level of Scholarship Awards. 

All scholarships are awarded at 25%, 50% & 75%. 100% scholarship awards are no longer being awarded.  

  • Income & CCCAP 

We are requiring individuals with an annual income of $20,000 or below to first apply for CCCAP for our licensed child care programs. A list of those programs are listed below. If an individual/family applies for a YMCA Scholarship, we will require proof of CCCAP denial in order to be considered. 

The income threshold and CCCAP denial is not required for membership scholarships. 

If your income is $0, you must also provide an explanation in the application.  

  • Scholarship time limits for programs 

New time limits will be in place for child care programs. For example: 

Summer camp scholarships are authorized for the length of the program. Scholarships are only valid for 2024 summer camp.

Also, scholarships must be activated within 30 days of the award. This is not new but is a reminder to the awardees. We are tracking this more closely so that we can continue to offer opportunities to more families. 

Individuals and families may apply for a scholarship at the YMCA.  

The YMCA of Metro Denver is proud to offer scholarships to deserving families and individuals and we are grateful to our generous donors and the charitable contributions that make scholarships possible. Partial scholarships may be granted based on the recipients demonstrated need and the YMCA’s ability to fund the request 

We are requiring individuals with an annual income of $20,000 or below to first apply for CCCAP for our licensed child care programs. A list of those programs are listed below. If an individual/family applies for a YMCA Scholarship, we will require proof of CCCAP denial in order to be considered. 

The income threshold and CCCAP denial is not required for membership scholarships. Read more about CCCAP.

Colorado Child Care Assistance Programs (CCCAP):  

YMCA Membership scholarships are being awarded. 

Watch for details about Summer Camp 2025 scholarship application process. 

Apply online. Access through your YMCA Account. If you do not have a YMCA Account, set one up by following these steps. 

A Spanish language video walkthrough is coming soon. 

It depends.

If your application was denied due to annual income, that means that your reported income is above the annual income threshold required by our organization to process the application. Our annual income threshold is $50,000 and below.  

If your income is below $20,000, we ask that you first apply to the appropriate state, city or county Child Care Assistance Program applicable to you before applying for a YMCA Scholarship for childcare and camp. You work directly with your case worker, not the Y, for this application. If you are denied by those programs, proof will be required as part of your YMCA Scholarship Application. 

Here are links to those programs: 

If your income is $0 and you did not provide an explanation in the application, your application was likely denied. 

If your application was denied for past due balance, the past due balance must be paid off and then the applicant can re-apply.  

A pay stub, W-2 and/or a tax return. 

If you do not have any other income, you will need to provide documentation of SNAP, disability and/or social security benefits.

If you have already received a letter with a membership scholarship award and a code, your award remains in place.  

You are required to accept the scholarship and activate it toward the applicable program within 30 days. 

Scholarship awards at 100% are no longer being offered. If you are a scholarship recipient with a 100% award, our team reached out to you directly about the status of your award. 

No. Membership scholarships are only available for Y-Starter and Y-Premium memberships. 

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