02-1: Financial Aid and Scholarship Presentation — original pdf

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PARD Youth Financial Aid & Program Scholarships Goal: Increase Low-income Access to PARD Programs Establishment of Parks & Libraries Fund PARD began offering Financial Aid to qualified residents – 50% discount on registration fees Introduction of Youth Scholarship – additional 25% discount on youth programs Introduction of AE CAP program and auto-renewals 2014 2015 2016 2020 2023 2024 Moved to a revenue forgiveness model Moved to a 2-year renewal cycle. Application available in 5 additional languages Increase scholarship amounts to $700/child 2 Accomplishments Partnerships • Austin Energy: Auto-Renewals w/Customer Assistance Program • Austin Parks Foundation: Significant donation to fund • AISD: Community Eligibility Provision for auto-enrollment Reduction of Barriers • Two-year renewal cycle along with auto-renewals • Online application • Multi-Language application • Early registration process for summer camp programs Expanded Opportunities • Increase scholarship amounts • Removed limits on scholarship funds 3 • New scholarship payment option with online registration Early Enrollment Trends Year 2022 2023 2024 2025 % FA 16% 18% 29% 42% 4 Scholarship Funds Utilization Year 2022 2023 2024 Utilization Rate 64% 25% 81% 5 Impact in Numbers (Insert increase in total households enrolled in financial aid program) 1,105 participants approved for Financial Aid 400%more families awarded scholarships than in 2022 $700 equals 10 Weeks of summer camp programs 42% of early summer camp enrollment (needs rewording) $100,000 yearly donation by Austin Parks Foundation ____ households receive auto-renewals in the program 6 19% of program enrollments receive financial assistance “We really appreciated receiving the scholarship. It helped out a lot, and early registration allowed us to get what we needed. We both work, so summers are tough, and our son loves your camps!” Thank you! “I'm very thankful that the city offers this. It's a huge stress relief knowing that I can afford summer camp and basketball for my kids.” “This was a lifesaver at a very difficult time in our lives. I was unemployed, our house was under construction, and we unexpectedly took in a fourth child who was extremely emotionally unstable. Being able to afford programs that would offer consistency to the kids was huge.” “Me and my child were fortunate and very grateful to be able to participate in the scholarship program. Without that he wouldn’t have been able to go to camp. Thank you again and I really appreciate the opportunity.” “This helped my family so much. Thank you, it’s a blessing!” “I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for the financial assistance you have provided for my 3 adopted children. Your support has been a tremendous blessing in my children's lives. Thank You.” 7