Financial Assistance / Reduced Rates
The YMCA of Cumberland, MD is committed to providing YMCA services for individuals and families no matter what their financial position is. Our goal is to never deny service to an individual due to lack of personal financial resources.
Our Y believes that ownership and pride are best developed when recipients of financial assistance contribute to the cost of their YMCA involvement. Thus, all eligible recipients will be expected to contribute to the cost of the services requested. Reduction in rates could range from 10% up to 90% off the regular price. Determining assistance amounts is handled in a fair and consistent manner. Every Y member receives the same membership benefits, regardless of whether or not they receive a scholarship. Y members can feel confident knowing that they are a part of an organization that cares greatly for the well-being of all people, and is committed to youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.
- Financial Asistance reduces membership fees, it does not eliminate them.
- All scholarships will be granted for 12 months.
- The Y requests that individuals and families reapply annually, with updated documentation.
- Membership fees are subject to change when you reapply.
- If you do not reapply at the time requested, your membership rate will increase to the full amount.
Financial Assistance Process
An individual of any age may seek financial assistance for membership or programs by completing and submitting a Financial Assistance Application and submitting all required documentation. Objective and subjective criteria will be considered as part of award decisions. While funds will be awarded primarily on a first come first serve basis, priority will be given to those individuals whose needs are consistent with YMCA organizational goals. All applications will remain confidential.
