Financial Assistance

Y For All - Financial Assistance

Everyone Belongs at the Y - Financial Assistance

The Rockland County YMCA believes everyone should have the opportunity to participate, regardless of their ability to pay. Through our Y For All Financial Assistance Program, we provide reduced membership and program fees to eligible individuals and families based on financial need. All applications are kept confidential. 

Financial assistance is made possible through the generous support of our donors and grant funding. Awards are based on the following criteria:

  • Household income (IRS 1040 Form is required)

  • Number of dependents

  • YMCA available funding

How to Apply

  1. Create a non-member profile here ("Sign Up")

    Complete the Financial Assistance Application (See Below)

  2. Submit the application with all required supporting documents.

  3. Our team will review your application.

  4. We will contact you once a decision has been made.

Please note:

  • Financial assistance must be approved before registering for a program.

  • Approval does not guarantee a space in a program.

  • Assistance is awarded for the specific program or membership requested. A new application with updated documentation is required when assistance expires.

Required Supporting Documents

Please provide copies for everyone contributing to your household income.

Required documents include:

  • IRS Form 1040 (and Schedule 1, if applicable)

  • Four recent pay stubs

  • Proof of child support and/or Social Security benefits (if applicable)

If you did not file taxes, you can request a Verification of Non-Filing Letter through the IRS.

Membership Financial Assistance

Everyone deserves the opportunity to enjoy the benefits of a YMCA membership.

Financial assistance is available for eligible individuals and families who need help covering the cost of membership. Assistance is awarded on a sliding fee scale based on household income, family size, financial circumstances, and available funding.

A YMCA membership provides access to:

  • State-of-the-art Fitness Center
  • Indoor heated pool, sauna, and hot tub
  • FREE group exercise, cycling, yoga, and aqua fitness classes
  • Recreational gym and family swim times
  • Nationwide YMCA Membership
  • Reduced program fees and priority registration for many YMCA programs

Financial assistance must be approved before purchasing a membership. If approved, your membership rate will be determined based on your application and available funding.

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Child Care Assistance (CCAP)

Your family may also qualify for the New York State Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP), which helps eligible families pay for child care.

Click here to learn more and determine your eligibility.

PRE-K, SAC Financial Assistance

  • Awards are offered on a first-come, first-served basis, depending on available funding.

  • Please allow up to two weeks for application review.

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❤️ Hear From Our Families

“Our family is so happy with the Rockland County YMCA programs. We especially appreciate the convenience of having the after-school program right at our child’s school. She loves spending time with her school friends and participating in all of the activities. We are incredibly grateful for the financial assistance we received, which has allowed her to participate and has helped alleviate financial stress for our family.” 

“The YMCA program has been extremely helpful to our family in many ways. Please continue supporting families who need assistance. I truly appreciate everything the program provides and more!”

“When our family relocated to Rockland County, we were searching for a safe, fun, and nurturing after-school environment for our 4-year-old son. Finding the YMCA program at his school was such a relief for our family. The YMCA helped us secure a spot through financial assistance and supported us throughout the entire process. The staff has been friendly, attentive, responsive, and always ready to help. We’re equally grateful for the amazing YMCA team at his school. The warmth, attention, kindness, and genuine care they show our son every day is truly special. He loves the activities, the staff, and spending time with his friends. As a working mother, the peace of mind that comes from knowing my child is so well cared for after school is invaluable. It’s been a perfect fit for our family.”

Summer Camp Financial Assistance

  • Application deadline: May 1

  • Applicants are notified after May 15.

  • Awards are offered on a first-come, first-served basis, depending on available funding.

  • Applicants have one week to accept their award.

  • Please allow up to two weeks for application review.

  • All summer camp applicants must register online and pay the required $100 deposit per camp week, which is applied toward the total camp cost.

  • All required supporting documentation must be submitted with the application.

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For More Information:

Phil Donnelly, CEO at PDonnelly@rocklandymca.org