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.
1 of the 140 program in Barnstable say they offer financial aid or a scholarship, and 8 schemes are set out below.
Financial aid
Town of Barnstable Recreation Department
Barnstable Recreation Financial Aid
The town Recreation Division's financial aid lowers or covers program fees for qualifying Barnstable residents.
- What it covers
- Qualified Leisure Program applicants receive a $200 per participant award; qualified applicants in all other Recreation Division programs receive a 50% reduction in fees.
- Who is eligible
- Applicants must be a Town of Barnstable resident. Awards are issued in accordance with state and federal guidelines. Applicants are required to pay 50% of all program fees at the time of registration, and must submit the previous year's 1040 tax return plus documentation of any other assistance received; divorced applicants must provide a legal document indicating parental financial responsibilities.
Financial aid
YMCA Cape Cod
YMCA Cape Cod Financial Assistance
The Cape's Y offers financial assistance toward membership and programs so that no one is denied for an inability to pay.
- Who is eligible
- Offered to those who qualify; applicants complete a financial assistance form and attach proof of their financial situation. All requests are kept confidential.
Fee waiver
Barnstable Public Schools (Barnstable High School Athletics)
Barnstable High School Athletics Fee Waiver
Barnstable High School waives the athletic user fee for student-athletes receiving free or reduced-price lunch.
- What it covers
- The Athletic User Fee is between $200 and $250 per student-athlete, with a $600 family cap.
- Who is eligible
- If your student-athlete is receiving free or reduced lunch, then they are eligible to receive a fee waiver for the season; the waiver is handled directly through the athletic office.
Scholarship
Cape Cod Maritime Museum
Young Mariner Program Need-Based Scholarship
Need-based scholarships cover the Young Mariner summer program for campers who qualify. Families apply before registering and, if approved, receive a code covering all but a $50 non-refundable placeholder deposit; one session per camper per summer.
- Who is eligible
- "We are proud to offer need-based scholarships for the Young Mariner Program." "Any family may apply for a scholarship for their camper." "Applicants must provide proof of income or proof of need as part of the process."
Financial aid
Cape Symphony
Tuition Assistance
Need-based financial aid for conservatory/education classes, awarded on a sliding scale by total household income and household size, generally 10%-75% of tuition. Apply using the current academic year's official application form with proof of income; rolling deadlines (Aug 2 fall, Jan 2 spring, May 2 summer).
- Who is eligible
- "Each year, as funds are available, we award financial aid to students with the greatest demonstrated need." "Awards are based on a sliding scale reflecting the total household income and the number of members in the household." "Awards generally range between 10% and 75% of the total tuition."
Scholarship
Cape Cod Toy Library
PlayPass Scholarship / Financial Assistance Fund
Discounted PlayPass memberships for families in need, supported by the Toy Library's Financial Assistance Fund. Applications can be downloaded from the site or completed in person during open hours.
- Who is eligible
- "Discounted PlayPass memberships are available for families in need, supported through the Toy Library's Financial Assistance Fund" ... "Applications for PlayPass scholarships can be downloaded here (pdf) or completed in person at the Toy Library during open hours."
Financial aid
Cape Cod Challenger Club
Vacation Recreation Program Financial Assistance
Limited financial assistance may be available for the club's paid Vacation Recreation Programs; regular club activities have no membership or registration fees. Families are asked to contact the club to discuss their situation.
- Who is eligible
- "Financial assistance may be available on a limited basis and administered at the sole discretion of the Challenger Club."
Scholarship
Cotuit Kettleers (Cotuit Athletic Association)
Manuel Robello Scholarship
Up to four $750 scholarships awarded annually to college-bound high school seniors residing in Barnstable, Mashpee, or Sandwich, paid directly on completion of the first college semester. Application deadline March 1.
- Who is eligible
- "Scholarships are awarded to local college-bound high school seniors." "High School seniors residing in the Towns of Barnstable, Mashpee or Sandwich."