Program Access for All
The Department of Recreation, Parks, and Cultural Activities encourages resident participation in City programs. A financial assistance policy and process is developed to allow for maximum resident participation in City programs. All City residents who meet the qualifications are eligible. All City programs on Tiers 1-4 of the Resource Allocation and Cost Recovery Policy are eligible for financial assistance.
How to Apply
Fill out the following application:
To be considered for financial assistance, please fill out your application with the required paperwork at least two weeks before the start of the program. If you have questions about this form, please call the Registration & Reservation Office at 703.746.5414 or visit the Lee Center in person (1108 Jefferson St).
- The resident must complete the application and submit the documentation to the Recreation Program Manager/Center Director. Applications must be accompanied by written documentation.
- The Recreation Program Manager/Center Director reviews and verifies documentation.
- Recreation Program Managers/Center Directors may approve and sign the application as the Department Director Designee.
- Any financial assistance requested that differs from the stated policy, or without documentation, must be approved by a Division Chief.
Policy Information
Please read the full policy:
Financial assistance may be granted according to the following schedule:
• 40% reduction for households where a child receives free or reduced lunch at an Alexandria City School.
• 50% reduction for households where a child receives free or reduced lunch and the family receives nutrition assistance (SNAP).
• 70% reduction for households where a child receives free or reduced lunch and also receives Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), or where they reside in a City of Alexandria temporary shelter.
• Resident seniors (60 years old and above) may request a 20% discount on each program.
• Adults without children who have proof of receiving SNAP, Medicaid, or housing assistance may be granted a 30% fee reduction.
• Any resident may request assistance outside of the parameters listed above; if approved, the level of assistance is determined based on the application.
• Specific programs, including those with a longer time commitment, may provide financial assistance levels greater than those described above; information will be included with registration materials.