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Jan Sneed Youth Scholarship

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The Jan Sneed Youth Scholarship helps district families facing financial barriers access fee-based recreation programs. Eligible applicants must submit the scholarship application and proof of income. Approved recipients receive $400 per child annually for program fees within the calendar year.

Donations

  1. Online by clicking HERE
  2. In person at the CARD Office at 545 Vallombrosa Ave with cash, card, or check
  3. Make a check out to "CARD" and write Jan Sneed Youth Scholarship on the memo line, and mail to:
    CARD Office
    545 Vallombrosa Ave.
    Chico, CA 95926

Applying for a Scholarship 

  • In person at 545 Vallombrosa Ave. 
  • Complete the fillable PDF application below and email to info@chicorec.gov. 
  • Give us a call at (530)895-4711 ext. 0 and we will email you a digital application via DocuSign. 
Jan Sneed Scholarship- Updated 2025.pdf

Scholarship Information and Requirements

The Jan Sneed Youth Scholarship program was established to assist families financially who live within the district boundary lines and are unable to participate in fee-based recreation programs due to economic constraints. To receive financial assistance, applicants will pay 40% of the recreation program fee, complete the Jan Sneed Youth Scholarship application, and show that their household income falls within the eligibility guidelines with submission of one of the accepted proofs of income. Each approved applicant will receive 60% off registration fees paid to a maximum amount of $100 to be used for recreation programs within the calendar year.

1.    Scholarships are available for CARD residents ages 1-17 who are either enrolled in a low income assistance program or meet income requirements. A new application and proof of income are required each calendar year.


2.    Submit the attached application with one of the following:

  •     Tax Return (Form 1040/1040EZ/1040NR) showing eligibility.
  •     Proof of enrollment in a low-income assistance program (e.g., CalWORKs, Medicaid, Medi-Cal, WIC, Subsidized Housing, CalFresh, Covered CA, First 5, or Esplanade House).
  •     Foster child verification.

3.    Scholarships are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, subject to available funds.
4.    Approved applicants receive up to $400 per child, per calendar year. Families must cover any remaining program fees at registration. Participants are responsible for supply fees, transportation, and additional costs.
5.    To continue receiving funds, participants must reapply annually online or in person.
6.    Scholarship recipients remain confidential and are treated the same as full-paying participants. No family will be discriminated against because of race, color, gender, religion, nationality, ethnic origin or disability.
7.    Falsifying information or poor attendance may result in ineligibility for future scholarships.
8.    If attendance issues arise, contact the CARD Office at (530) 895-4711 before the program starts. Failure to do so may result in a one-year suspension of scholarship benefits for all family dependents.