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APPLY FOR YOUTH PROGRAM FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

The Gabriel Memorial Youth Scholarship Fund honors the memory of Gabriel Blondino by helping youth and teens access City-sponsored recreation programs, regardless of financial circumstances. This fund provides scholarships for those who need support to participate. Since funding is limited, we kindly ask that applications be reserved for families with a genuine financial need.

Summer Camp Financial Assistance Application Deadline is May 16, 2025

Applications for classes and other year-round activities is ongoing and will acceptedon a first come, first served basis.

YOUTH FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE GUIDELINES

  1. The Gabriel Financial Assistance program is limited to Redwood City Residents, including unincorporated areas, only. Applicants must show proof of residency in the form of a Driver’s License, I.D. Card, or utility bill or student proof of enrollment in Redwood City School District.
  2. Eligible age: Youth and Teens up to age 18 that have not graduated high school.
  3. Programs that are NOT held at the City of Redwood City’s recreational facilities or Redwood City Public School sites are NOT eligible for financial assistance.
  4. Financial Assistance is issued for registration fees only and not for administrative fees.
  5. The parent/guardian must complete and submit application, registration form and verify income need.
  6. Financial Assistance is considered up to 75% of the registration fee.
  7. The City Refund Policy applies to all applicants.
  8. Please note that applying does not confirm your enrollment into a program or guarantee financial assistance.
  9. Funds are contingent upon availability and are issued on a first come first served basis.

HOW TO APPLY

  1. Complete Financial Assistance application online below (preferred) or download the packet to submit in person. 
  2. Complete Registration Activity Form (download here).
  3.  Provide verification of economic need in the form of:
    • The past year’s 1040 tax returns and 2 recent pay stubs.
    • If unemployed, copy of unemployment verification.
    • Proof of family qualification for utility low-income programs (i.e., PG&E CARE or FERA
  4. Eligibility letter from the State, Federal or County Assistance Program (i.e. Medi-Cal, CalFresh, SNAP).
  5. If applying for a foster child, provide a letter from San Mateo County Children and Family Services.

SUBMISSION

  1. Apply online (below)

    OR

  2. Download Youth Scholarship Packet and submit in person- DO NOT EMAIL SENSITIVE INFORMATION.
  3. Please drop off your completed packet with your application and all required documentation to:
    • Red Morton Community Center, 1120 Roosevelt Ave, Redwood City, 94061.
      Attn: Adilah Haqq.
  4. Applicants will be contacted within 15 working days of submitting their application. Delays in submission may result in missing out on preferred programs, as they fill quickly.Upon approval the applicant must pay a deposit or balance due before registration will be processed.
  5. For more information, please contact recreation@redwoodcity.org or call (650) 780-7311
Please correct the fields below:

GABRIEL MEMORIAL YOUTH SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION 

Please fill out the survey below. Once completed, you will see a secure link to upload your income verification documents and your registration form. Only completed applcations will be evaluated.

A completed application must include:

  1. The Financial Assistance Application
  2. All supporting documents. 
  3. Registration form- Download Here 

PLEASE HAVE ALL DOCUMENTS READY BEFORE YOU START THE APPLICATION. There will be a link at the end of the application to upload your documents.

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Select Season:
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Select Season:
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Year
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Have you previously applied for financial assistance?
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Have you previously applied for financial assistance?
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Name of Parent/Guardian
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Relationship (Parent / Guardian / Other)
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Home Address
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Best Contact Number (xxx) xxx-xxxx
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Email Address
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Participant Name
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Date of Birth (Participant)
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Age
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Grade
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School
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Do you receive any County, State or Federal Assistance (i.e. Medi-Cal, CalFresh, SNAP)?
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Do you receive any County, State or Federal Assistance (i.e. Medi-Cal, CalFresh, SNAP)?
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Are you currently employed?
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Are you currently employed?
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How many people are in your family including yourself?
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What is your family’s annual gross income?
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I verify that the above information is correct
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Today's date
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