PALISADE RECREATION SCHOLARSHIP FUND

 

In August of 2011, the scholarship fund was started with money raised during a silent auction held at the annual Peach Festival. These funds can cover up to 50% of the cost of any youth class or program offered through the Palisade Recreation Department. Scholarships will be distributed on a first come, first served basis, with each applicant allowed to submit no more than three applications per year. The scholarship program will continue until funds run out, then applications will be held until more funds are available.

FAQs
How do I qualify?
 

Applicants must be under 18 years of age, a Mesa County resident, be eligible for Free/Reduced Lunch from School District 51, or have a current Medicaid, Marillac Clinic or CHP+ Card.

 

How do I apply?
 

Applicants can click here for on online application or pick up an application from Town Hall. All applications must be submitted with a registration form for the program the funds are being requested for. Applications must be submitted 30 days prior to the start date of the program of choice.

 

When is the deadline?
 

The deadline to turn in applications is the third Friday of each month, no later than 3:00 PM. For example, if your desired program begins in June, the latest you could apply for it would be the third week of May.  

 

When are the funds awarded?
 

Applications will be reviewed and awarded on the first of each month on a case-by-case basis by the Palisade Recreation Advisory Council.

 

How can I donate?
  Sponsorships are always being accepted at Town Hall. If you would like to sponsor a child, please visit Town Hall and fill out a sponsorship application or contact Sarah Brooks at sbrooks@townofpalisade.org or representatives from the Parks and Recreation Advisory Council at jkprager@acsol.net. Look for donation boxes coming soon in downtown Palisade.