Financial aid & scholarships in Taunton

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 122 program in Taunton say they offer financial aid or a scholarship, and 8 schemes are set out below.

Financial aid Old Colony YMCA (Taunton Branch)

Old Colony YMCA Financial Assistance (Membership For All)

The Y's income-verified scholarship that lowers the cost of a membership and of programs such as summer camp for families in its 31-community service area, including Taunton.

Who is eligible: "Old Colony YMCA provides financial aid assistance for membership and programs helping give access to individuals and families within 31 communities in Southeastern Massachusetts." To apply, "contact our staff for our Membership For All scholarship form. Applications must be submitted with copies of income verification... we also offer financial assistance for some programs like summer camp."

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Sliding scale Old Colony YMCA (Taunton Branch)

Old Colony YMCA Child Care Financial Assistance

Sliding-scale child care fees and YMCA scholarships, plus state income-eligible and DCF child-care slots, for the Y's before/after school and early education programs.

Who is eligible: "We are committed to keeping fees at a reasonable rate and provide financial assistance to those in need. We have contracts to provide income eligible slots, supportive (DCF) slots and we accept vouchers. Through a sliding fee scale, we also provide YMCA scholarships."

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College scholarship Old Colony YMCA (Taunton Branch)

Old Colony YMCA Scholarships

Spring college scholarships the Y awards to students across its service area, from a single online application with an essay.

What it covers: "more than $25,000" awarded across recipients each spring.
Who is eligible: "Each spring, Old Colony YMCA awards more than $25,000 in scholarships to students among the 31 cities and towns it serves. These scholarship awards provide financial support to motivated students wishing to pursue a college degree." Several named funds (including the George A. and Evelyn L. Aspacher Scholarship and the Howard E. Metcalf - Randy Baker YMCA Scholarship) are open to a "graduating high school student (in Old Colony YMCA service area)" with a YMCA affiliation; other funds are specific to named Brockton-area high schools. 2026 applications close Saturday, April 11, 2026.

Eligibility & application

College scholarship Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro South (Taunton Clubhouse)

Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro South Club Scholarships

Several annual college scholarships the Club awards to current members, alumni and teen staff, presented each May.

What it covers: $500-$5,000 (Sullivan Tire); $1,000 (John Waldron); $10,000 (Tom & Mary Shields Scholars).
Who is eligible: "Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro South offers several annual scholarship opportunities to current Club members, Clubs alumni, and for members of our staff team. Applications are released in Fall and scholarship awards are presented each May at our Evening of Excellence." Named funds include the Sullivan Tire & Auto Service Scholarships (for Club members and alumni, $500-$5,000), the John Waldron "Just Checking In" Memorial Scholarship ($1,000, for college-bound Club members who show a spirit of service), and the Tom & Mary Shields Scholars Program (one $10,000 award to an outstanding Club 8th grader, with ongoing support).

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Scholarship Girls Inc. of Taunton

Girls Inc. of Taunton After-School Program Scholarship

Need-based scholarships that let families who cannot afford the fee send their daughter to the Girls Inc. after-school program.

Who is eligible: "Families in need can send their child to our After School Program through available scholarships. This scholarship is awarded based on financial need and families must qualify based on income. Our scholarship scale is provided here and must be reviewed by applicant before applying. Deadline to apply is Sept. 1st." Applications require a full Federal Tax Return or proof of benefits.

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College scholarship City of Taunton / GAR Memorial Trust

Grand Army of the Republic Memorial Trust Scholarship

City-administered scholarships for graduating Taunton high school seniors, awarded for academic ability and economic need.

What it covers: Two scholarships of $1,000 each.
Who is eligible: "two $1,000 scholarships to be offered to graduating high school seniors who are residents of the City of Taunton"; awarded "on a showing of demonstrated academic ability and/or economic need", with "special consideration" for students who have a family member who served in the armed forces. Applicants submit a 500-word essay on the American Civil War, a transcript and the standard application.

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College scholarship Taunton West Little League

Jason D. Buffington Memorial Scholarship

An annual league scholarship for a graduating senior baseball player who came up through Taunton West Little League.

What it covers: Annual scholarships of $1,000.
Who is eligible: "The Jason D. Buffington Memorial Scholarship will award annual scholarships of $1,000 to a graduating senior baseball player from any area high school. In order to qualify... the graduating senior player applicant must be a TWLL Alumni who has exceeded the expectations of their self, teammates, and community."

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Fee waiver Taunton High School Athletics

Taunton High Athletics Fee Exemption

The district's provision that the Athletic Director may exempt a student-athlete from the annual athletics participation fee.

What it covers: Exempts the $150 annual athletic fee (covering one or all three sport seasons).
Who is eligible: "Each student athlete is required to pay an athletic fee of $150 for the academic year. The fee is in no way designed to exclude students from participating in the athletic program. Exemptions from the fee may be granted by the Athletic Director. All such requests will remain confidential."

Eligibility & application

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