Fee waivers, sliding scales and scholarships published by the
organizations that run these programs — each with who is eligible and the page
that decides it. Nothing here is estimated from a family's income, and a program with
no aid published simply does not appear. A few are awards toward college rather than
help with a program fee; those are labelled College scholarship.
11 schemes serve Attleboro families.
Sliding scale
Attleboro Norton YMCA
Membership For All - Financial Assistance
The Y's income-based scale lowers membership rates, and qualifying members may also get a 25% discount on swim lessons, youth sports, enrichment and select programs.
- What it covers
- Income-based membership rate plus a 25% discount on swim lessons, youth sports, enrichment, and select programs.
- Who is eligible
- Income-based; to qualify you provide tax documentation to verify your income within 30 days of starting membership. Without proper documentation the rate defaults to the full price. Approved discounts expire after one year unless reapplied for.
Fee waiver
Attleboro Public Schools (Attleboro High School Athletics)
Attleboro Public Schools Athletics Fee Waiver
The district's General Eligibility Form can waive or reduce athletics user fees for students not already identified through public-assistance programs.
- What it covers
- The reduced fee is $100.
- Who is eligible
- Completing the General Eligibility Form can waive or reduce athletics fees for students who are not identified based on their participation in public assistance programs; the form is reviewed for waiver of fees.
Financial aid
Attleboro Norton YMCA
Camp Financial Assistance (camperships)
Need-based financial assistance that reduces camp fees for qualified families at the Attleboro Norton YMCA's summer camps. Awards are funded by the Y's Annual Campaign; families submit an application with income verification.
- Who is eligible
- "The Attleboro Norton YMCA believes that every child should have access to the magical, life-changing experience of camp. In keeping with our cause and mission, we offer financial assistance to qualified families and individuals. All camp scholarships are funded through the Y's Annual Campaign, thanks to the generosity of our donors and supporters."
Voucher
Attleboro Norton YMCA
Child Care Vouchers accepted at camps
The Y's camps accept state child care vouchers, which can be applied toward camp fees (the Y also offers its own camp financial assistance).
- Who is eligible
- "Please note that all of our camps accept Child Care Vouchers."
Scholarship
Attleboro Recreation Department
Michel Golf Fund - free round of golf and free lessons
A donor fund gives Attleboro children ages 6 to 16 a certificate for a free round of golf and sponsors free group golf lessons. Offered on a first-come, first-served basis; clinic registration is capped at 16 participants.
- Who is eligible
- "Attleboro Recreation is pleased to partner with Mike Michel to offer a certificate for a free round of golf at The Links at Mass Golf in Norton located on route 123 for Attleboro youngsters aged 6 to 16. The Michel Golf Fund also provides free group lessons to Attleboro children. Both are on a first come first, served basis."
Sibling discount
Attleboro Recreation Department
Summer All Day Program - reduced rate for additional children
The Attleboro Recreation Summer All Day Program charges a lower weekly rate for each additional child from the same family ($170 vs $200 for the first child).
- Who is eligible
- "Number of Children Weekly Daily 1st Child $200.00 $55.00 Additional Children $170.00"
Scholarship
SMARTS Collaborative
SMARTS Fee Reduction Scholarship Program
Need-based scholarship that reduces the program fee for SMARTS arts programs in Attleboro; families pay the remaining tuition and submit income verification with the application.
- Who is eligible
- "This program is based solely on financial need. Please apply with discretion. SMARTS is committed to creating greater access for more families. The scholarship program aims to reduce the fee, while requesting that the family pay for the remainder of the tuition."
Payment plan
SMARTS Collaborative
Summer Institute monthly installment plan
SMARTS allows families to spread the Summer Institute tuition across monthly installments if they set it up before May 1st.
- Who is eligible
- "Monthly Installment plans are available before May 1st. If you are interested in more information email info@smartscollab.org"
Voucher
Little Flower Early Learning Center
PACE Child Care Works tuition assistance (vouchers)
Little Flower families may apply for child care vouchers through PACE Child Care Works, which approves assistance based on the family's financial circumstances. The center's staff will help families apply.
- Who is eligible
- "We understand that the cost of child care is a big expense for families. Families may apply for tuition assistance through the PACE Child Care Works organization. PACE approves child care vouchers based on each families financial circumstances."
Payment plan
Little Flower Early Learning Center
FACTS interest-free tuition payment plan
Tuition is paid through FACTS Tuition Management, an interest-free automatic bank payment plan with weekly or monthly payments.
- Who is eligible
- "The FACTS program is an interest-free automatic bank payment plan through which your financial institution makes weekly or monthly payments on your behalf directly to FACTS from your checking or savings account."
Voucher
Robbins Children's Programs
State child care subsidies and vouchers accepted
Robbins accepts Massachusetts income-eligible child care subsidies and DTA vouchers through PACE, holds a contracted slot with the Department of Children & Families, and accepts some RI DHS vouchers for preschool and school-age summer care.
- Who is eligible
- "Yes, we do accept state childcare income-eligible subsidies or DTA vouchers through PACE for eligible families, and we have a contracted slot with the Department of Children & Families. We also accept some RI DHS vouchers for preschool and summer care for school-age children."