Need Based Financial Aid

Clinton Parks & Recreation offers financial aid for eligible families based on household income and need. Applications are reviewed confidentially and on a rolling basis. Aid amounts vary depending on funding and program availability.

Applications

Please click the below "APPLICATION" button to download our Need Based Financial Aid Application


APPLICATION

Financial Assistance Eligibility Guidelines:

To qualify for need-based financial aid through Clinton Parks & Recreation, families must:

  • Be residents of Clinton, MA (unless otherwise stated).
  • Meet income eligibility guidelines based on household size.
  • Submit a completed financial aid application with supporting documents.
  • Demonstrate financial need through income, benefits received, or extenuating circumstances.

Families may be asked to provide one or more of the following:

  • Most recent federal tax return
  • Two most recent pay stubs for all working household members
  • Proof of assistance (SNAP, WIC, housing, etc.)
  • Documentation of extenuating financial circumstances (e.g. recent job loss, medical bills)

How Awards Are Determined:

  • Financial aid is awarded based on available funding, number of applicants, and level of demonstrated need.
  • Aid amounts may cover partial program fees. Full scholarships are rare and granted only in exceptional cases.
  • Families are typically expected to contribute a portion of the total program fee.

When to Apply

  • Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis but must be submitted at least 30 days before the program start date.
  • Summer programming financial aid applications are typically due by April 1st.
  • Late applications will be considered only if funding remains.
  • Due to later funding approval, 2025 applications for Summer will be accepted on a rolling basis without a hard deadline.

Additional Guidelines

  • Submitting an application does not guarantee aid.
  • Aid is not transferable between programs or participants.
  • All applications are kept confidential and reviewed by Clinton Parks & Recreation staff only.
  • Families must reapply for each new season or program (aid does not carry over automatically).
  • Participants must maintain regular attendance and follow program rules to remain eligible, and future can be revoked at any time due to a lack of attendance.

How to Apply

  1. Complete the Financial Aid Application (see the above link).
  2. Upload or drop off your documentation.
  3. Wait for a confirmation email or phone call (typically within 5–7 business days).