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 141 program in Lexington say they offer financial aid or a scholarship, and 20 schemes are set out below.
Financial aid
Lexington Recreation & Community Programs (Human Services Department)
Lexington Recreation Financial Aid
Fee assistance toward Lexington Recreation & Community Programs for qualified Lexington residents, awarded after a confidential financial needs assessment.
- Who is eligible
- 'Financial Aid is available to qualified Lexington Residents only.' Eligibility is determined using LIHEAP (Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program) guidelines; applicants provide a Financial Aid Request plus proof of household income (e.g. most recent tax return, wages, unemployment, public assistance) and complete a confidential Financial Needs Assessment with a Recreation staff member.
College scholarship
J.W. Hayden Recreation Centre (Lexington)
J.W. Hayden Recreation Centre College Scholarship
A scholarship the Hayden Recreation Centre awards yearly to students tied to Lexington who are entering a full-time post-secondary program.
- Who is eligible
- 'students who reside or attend school in Lexington enrolling in a full-time post-secondary program.' Applications require the Hayden application, a transcript, two written recommendations, and the parents' most recent IRS Form 1040.
Scholarship
Lexington Community Education
Lexington Community Education Scholarship
Limited scholarship assistance that reduces tuition for Lexington residents taking Lexington Community Education classes.
- Who is eligible
- 'Limited scholarship assistance is available for Lexington residents; please call to request an application.'
Scholarship
Lexington Youth Lacrosse
Lexington Youth Lacrosse Scholarships
Lexington Youth Lacrosse publishes that scholarships are available, with the club registrar as the contact.
Financial aid
Lexington-Bedford Youth Hockey (LBYH)
Lexington-Bedford Youth Hockey Financial Aid
Financial assistance toward LBYH hockey program fees, requested by form and approved by the LBYH President.
- Who is eligible
- 'Our financial assistance dollars are reserved for LBYH players from Lexington, Bedford and towns that do not have youth hockey programs. Financial aid is available on a priority basis to those playing for LBYH exclusively and not for other programs.' Requests go to the LBYH President with required documentation and are held in strict confidence.
College scholarship
Lexington-Bedford Youth Hockey (LBYH)
LBYH College Scholarship Program
A scholarship for graduating LBYH players from Lexington and Bedford, awarded by the LBYH scholarship committee.
- Who is eligible
- 'qualified Lexington and Bedford residents who have participated for at least four years in any LBYH hockey programs. Applicants need not be varsity high school players.' LHS students apply through the LHS guidance department portal; other students use the LBYH application.
Financial aid
Munroe Center for the Arts
Camp Tuition Assistance
Tuition assistance for Munroe Center youth/camp programs, offered case-by-case and subject to available funding. Families request it by emailing the Youth Programming Manager.
- Who is eligible
- "If your child would like to participate and tuition is not accessible at this time" "please reach out to Sarah, sarah@munroecenter.org." "A request for financial assistance is not a guarantee of funds."
Scholarship
Lexington Community Education
Robert Rivera Memorial Scholarship
A $500-per-semester scholarship for one Lexington Public School student taking private music lessons through the LexCE Individualized Music Lesson Program. Application requires a short essay; deadlines August 1 (Fall) and December 1 (Winter/Spring).
- Who is eligible
- "one Lexington Public School student" "taking private music lessons through the LexCE Individualized Music Lesson Program" "$500 per semester"
Fee waiver
Lexington United Soccer Club
Scholarship / Fee Waiver
Scholarships covering full fees, half fees, and uniforms for the Travel and In-town programs in fall and spring. Families submitting proof of government aid automatically qualify; others may apply based on financial hardship. Handled confidentially by the Registrar.
- Who is eligible
- "documentation of government aid (MassHealth, SNAP, Medicaid, WIC, etc.) received in the last 12 months" "you will automatically qualify for a LUSC scholarship" "Scholarships are offered for our Travel and In-town programs in both the fall and spring seasons."
Financial aid
Kidsborough (Lexington)
Tuition Aid
A limited tuition aid fund for families on the EEC voucher waitlist or just above the state EEC income-eligibility brackets, awarded as reduced tuition and/or alternative payment plans based on documented need. Apply with the Kidsborough Tuition Aid Application and supporting documents.
- Who is eligible
- "if your total family income falls below the corresponding annual income, you may be eligible for assistance." "just outside the Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) income eligibility brackets"
Sibling discount
Lexington Bedford Youth Hockey
Family Discount
A multi-participant discount for families with three or more players in the Travel and/or Girls programs: $100 off per Travel player and $50 off per Midget player.
- Who is eligible
- "Families with 3 or more participants in the Travel and or Girls Programs." "Travel - $100 per player" "Midgets - $50 per player"
Sibling discount
Alma Mater Studio
Sibling Discount
A 10% discount on the lesser tuition for additional family members, applicable only to siblings enrolled in the Russian Day program (not private lessons or other programs).
- Who is eligible
- "We offer a 10% discount of lesser tuition for additional family members." "This discount is applicable to siblings signed up for the 'Russian Day' program only."
Sibling discount
Mystic Valley Music Together
Sibling Pricing
Reduced tuition for additional siblings in the same class: $120 for each additional sibling over 9 months, and babies under 9 months are free with a registered sibling.
- Who is eligible
- "$120.00 for additional siblings over 9-months" "(babies under 9 months free with a registered sibling)"
Financial aid
Children's Center of Lexington
Tuition Assistance
An aid fund providing some tuition assistance based on individual family needs; applications and information are kept confidential. Lexington families are also asked to apply to the LexFun scholarship program.
- Who is eligible
- "provides some tuition assistance based on individual family needs." "families who live in Lexington apply to CCL for financial aid" "Please reach out to ccl@cclex.org for more information."
Voucher
Children's Center of Lexington
Accepts tuition vouchers
The center accepts state child-care vouchers toward tuition.
- Who is eligible
- "CCL now accepts vouchers for tuition."
Financial aid
Waldorf School of Lexington
Tuition Assistance Program (TAP)
A confidential, need-based tuition assistance program; most awards are 10%-40% of tuition, with higher awards possible for demonstrated need. Apply through the Admissions Office.
- Who is eligible
- "Most tuition assistance awards range between 10%–40%," "applicants with demonstrated financial need may receive higher awards."
Sibling discount
Waldorf School of Lexington
Sibling Discount
A 10% discount for each additional child enrolled, not available to families receiving tuition assistance (TAP).
- Who is eligible
- "For families with more than one child at the school, we offer a 10% sibling discount for each additional student." "Sibling discounts are not available to those receiving TAP."
Financial aid
Cub Scout Pack 160
Dues assistance
The pack states no child is turned away for inability to pay and offers confidential help with pack dues; contact the pack treasurer. (Does not cover the separate national/council registration fee.)
- Who is eligible
- "We want every child to participate, regardless of financial situation." "If you need help covering dues, please reach out in confidence to our Treasurer, Carolyn Pershouse."
Financial aid
Cub Scout Pack 137
Dues / financial assistance
The pack invites families for whom dues are a hardship to contact the pack, and states that financial assistance may be available. No form or income criteria are published.
- Who is eligible
- "If pack dues represent a hardship to your family, please contact" "Financial Assistance may be available."
Financial aid
Scouting America Troop 160 (Lexington)
Financial aid for scouts
The troop states any scout with financial constraints should contact the troop regarding financial aid; no form or criteria are published.
- Who is eligible
- "Those who have financial constraints should contact us regarding financial aid." "We believe that all boys should be able to participate in Scouting."