Monday, March 8, 2010

Youth Physical Activity Funding information

Goldenrod Hills Community Action, Inc. is administering a Youth Physical Activity Program for children and youth age 0-18 years old. This program will fund various types of physical activity costs up to $75 per child.

The following are examples of activities: summer ball registration fees, swimming pool passes, swimming lessons, sport camps, school physical activities, summer/fall sports programs and community recreational memberships. The program will not pay for shoes, ball gloves or anything that has to be purchased from a retailer.

These funds will be available until September 30th 2010 or until funds are depleted. This program serves income eligible households that are at or below 200% of federal poverty levels. There is a application process, all payments are made to the school, association, city etc. No payments will be made to any individuals, parents or retailers. We cannot reimburse parents if they have already paid for the activity. The Youth Physical Activity Program is being funded through the American Recovery Reinvestment Act administered through the Community Service Block Grant program.

Goldenrod Hills Community Action, Inc.
Family Services
1119 Ave E
Wisner, NE 68791
402-529-3513 or 1-800-445-2505