YMCA financial assistance provides for the needs of youth, families and individuals who cannot afford the full cost of YMCA memberships and programs. The YMCA is committed to being accessible to all, and works hard to support those who may be in challenging financial situations. 

The YMCA of Snohomish County makes every effort to ensure that no person, especially youth, will be denied access to programs because of financial hardship. Our Financial Assistance Program is supported by contributions to our annual Invest in Youth campaign and United Way.

We use a sliding fee scale based on total household income and the number of household members. We require supporting documentation to verify household size and income, and we consider special circumstances when providing assistance.

• For child care participants, financial assistance is granted through the next calendar August 31^st.
• For applicants on a fixed income, including those receiving Social Security Income or Disability, financial assistance is granted for up to two years from the award date.
• For all other applicants, financial assistance is granted for up to one calendar year from the award date. 

After we receive your completed application and proper documentation, we process your application and mail you an award letter within 10 business days. The letter will include information on your financial assistance award for YMCA membership and programs and how to begin receiving the reduced rates.

Only YMCA staff will see your application.  Applications are kept confidential and are not used for any other purpose than to assess program needs.

Financial assistance is granted by the YMCA of Snohomish County and is applicable at all branches of the YMCA of Snohomish County. Please request assistance at the branch that best meets your needs.

• Complete and sign the Financial Assistance Application on the reverse side.
• Gather all proper documentation with your Application. Your Financial Assistance Application cannot be processed without supporting documentation. Submitting an incomplete application will delay your award.
• Submit your Financial Assistance Application to the local YMCA Branch you will be using.
• If you are applying for licensed child care and fall within the "green" income section you must first apply to DSHS for assistance.