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 Lynnfield families.
Financial aid
Lynnfield Public Schools (Food & Nutrition Services)
Lynnfield Public Schools free and reduced-price school meals (Meal Benefit Application)
Breakfast and lunch under the National School Lunch and Breakfast Programs are served at no cost to every Lynnfield student regardless of household income (state-funded through June 30, 2026); families are asked to file a Meal Benefit Application whose results drive school funding and community resources.
- Who is eligible
- Children qualify for free or reduced-price meals if their household income is at or below the Federal Income Eligibility Guidelines, if the household receives public assistance (SNAP, TANF or FDPIR), or if the child is homeless, migrant, runaway, foster, or enrolled in a Head Start or Even Start pre-K program; one application covers all children in the household.
College scholarship
Lynnfield Youth Sports Programs, Inc. (LYSP)
LYSP Sportsmanship Scholarship
A $1,000 scholarship awarded to a graduating senior who previously played in one of LYSP's youth sports programs (youth basketball, youth field hockey or youth volleyball) and who exemplifies good sportsmanship and character in competition and in the community.
- Who is eligible
- A resident of Lynnfield and a graduating senior of any school who is a student in good standing, who previously participated as a player in one of the youth sports programs administered by LYSP, and who exemplifies good sportsmanship and character; applications due April 30 by email to LYSPscholarship@gmail.com.
College scholarship
Lynnfield Little League
Lynnfield Little League 2026 Scholarship
A scholarship open to graduating seniors who played in Lynnfield Little League, with preference given to students who can show concrete examples of good sportsmanship, effort, determination and persistence.
- Who is eligible
- A Lynnfield resident and graduating senior who participated in Lynnfield Little League for the previous three years; preference goes to students demonstrating good sportsmanship, effort, determination and persistence in achieving their goals.
College scholarship
A Healthy Lynnfield
A Healthy Lynnfield Healthy Living Scholarship
Two $2,000 scholarships (paid $1,000 at Commencement and $1,000 after the first year of post-secondary education) awarded to Lynnfield High School seniors who best embody A Healthy Lynnfield's mission and values and show a track record of healthy living and value-driven decision making.
- Who is eligible
- An LHS graduating senior with a recommended GPA of 3.0 or higher and an established record of community service in Lynnfield; preference goes to students with volunteer, work or community-service experience with A Healthy Lynnfield or another health-related organization, and to active members of health-focused student activities. Applications (transcript, two letters of recommendation and written responses) are due by May 1.
Sliding scale
Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC)
Child Care Financial Assistance (CCFA)
State subsidy that pays child care and out-of-school-time (before/after school) providers directly each month for Massachusetts families who meet the program's household, income and service-need rules; families pay a parent fee based on family size and income and many families have no fee.
- Who is eligible
- Eligibility is based on who is in the family, income and certain expenses: household gross monthly income must be at or below 85% of the State Median Income (unless the family has a DTA or DCF referral), and a parent must have a recognised 'service need' such as working or being in education/training. Families receiving TAFDC or SNAP, and families with an open DCF case, may qualify right away; apply through the MyChildCareMA portal or a family access administrator.
Financial aid
Camp Starfish
Camp Starfish Financial Aid
Need-based financial aid to reduce camp tuition for families who cannot cover the full cost. Aid is awarded after admission and can be combined with agency or grant funding; supporting documentation is required and a payment plan must be on file before the first day.
- Who is eligible
- "provide financial aid to reduce the cost of camp when the full tuition is out of reach"
Sliding scale
Mass Audubon
Mass Audubon Camp Sliding Scale & Financial Aid
Income-based sliding-scale tuition (Tiers 1-5) for nature day camp, plus an additional financial aid application; income verification (tax return or pay stubs) is required for Tiers 1-3. Applies to the Ipswich River camp serving the Lynnfield area; limited tiers on a first-come basis.
- Who is eligible
- "With the sliding scale structure, families register for camp at a tuition rate based on their annual gross income."
Financial aid
Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts (GSEMA)
GSEMA Camp Financial Assistance
Financial assistance toward a portion of one day or overnight camp session, applied for through CampInTouch after registering and paying the deposit. For campers living in a GSEMA community; decisions come within two weeks of review and proof of income may be requested.
- Who is eligible
- "Financial assistance is available to those who otherwise would not be able to attend camp."
Financial aid
Jewish Community Center of the North Shore (JCCNS)
JCCNS Membership Financial Aid & Program Scholarships
Financial aid for membership and scholarships for Early Childhood, J Adventure, or Camp programs. A new application is required each year; review takes about 30 days and funds are limited.
- Who is eligible
- "The JCCNS welcomes individuals and families who are in need, to apply for financial assistance."
Scholarship
Jewish Community Center of the North Shore (JCCNS)
JCCNS Myers-Bloom Scholarship
Two $1,000 scholarships for high school seniors who are varsity athletes, honoring scholastic, athletic and leadership achievement. Open to residents of Marblehead, Swampscott, Lynn, Nahant, or Salem, or any JCCNS member; 2026 deadline was May 10.
- Who is eligible
- "live in Marblehead, Swampscott, Lynn, Nahant, or Salem, or maintain a JCCNS Membership"
Sibling discount
Beyond Dance of Lynnfield
Beyond Dance Sibling Registration Discount
Reduced per-family registration fee for additional dancers (registration is $40 for the first dancer). Multi-class discount of $10 off each additional class also applies.
- Who is eligible
- "Each additional sibling is $15."