Based on the availability of funds, FVSRA has developed a comprehensive program to assist individuals and/or families who are experiencing a financial hardship. The scholarship program is designed to provide a subsidy to fees for participation in recreation programs offered by FVSRA. FVSRA reserves the right to approve or deny an applicant’s request. The FVSRA Scholarship Policy shall be reviewed on an annual basis and is subject to change without notice.

In order to qualify for the Program Scholarship, the applicant must meet the following requirements:

• Participant must reside within the boundaries of the FVSRA Member Agencies.
• A participant may be eligible for financial assistance if they are receiving public aid from Social Security Income (SSI), Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) through IL Link, Illinois All Kids (CHIPRA), YouthCare Health Plan through DCFS, or display other financial need.

Submit the completed application to Fox Valley Special Recreation Association

Mail or Drop Off to: FVSRA , 2121 W. Indian Trail, Aurora, IL 60506

Email: register@fvsra.org

The purpose of The Eric Reams “Big E” scholarship is to award scholarship money to individuals with disabilities who may otherwise not be able to fully participate in FVSRA athletic and therapeutic recreation programs due to financial restrictions. Participation in athletics provides holistic benefits that contribute to an individual’s physical, mental, social, and emotional well-being; something to which everyone should have access.

In order to qualify for the Eric “Big E” Ream Memorial Scholarship, the applicant must meet the following requirements:

• Utilization: The scholarship and stipends can be used for athletic-related expenses like program costs, uniforms, equipment, or expenses related to traveling to programs and competitions for the participant or guardians.
• Applicant Type: Individuals of all abilities and all ages may apply.
• Residency Restriction: Eligible to both resident and non-residents of FVSRA
• Athletic Involvement: Must have active participation in athletics programs with FVSRA
• Award Amounts: Participants may be eligible to up to $500 annually. Most awards will be between 40-80% of program registration fees.
• Term: “Annually” refers to the three program seasons within the calendar year: Winter/Spring, Summer, and Fall regardless of the dates of registration. The funds are likely to be spread out throughout all three program seasons.

Submit the materials below upon application:

• Completed Application Form
• Annual Information Form (if not already on file)
• Seizure form (if applicable, if not already on file)
• Financial Documentation

Submit the completed application to Fox Valley Special Recreation Association

Mail or Drop Off to: FVSRA , 2121 W. Indian Trail, Aurora, IL 60506

Email: register@fvsra.org

Recognizing that unforeseen hardships and emergencies can pose significant barriers to participation, FVSRF is dedicated to providing hardship grants for program fees and for emergency situations to those in need.

In order to qualify for the Hardship Grant, the applicant must meet the following requirements:

• Current participants enrolled in at least one FVSRA program or activity during the last twelve months.
• Resident of one of our Member Entities
• AIF completed and on file for the current calendar year.
• Demonstrated need based on situation
• Completed Hardship Grant application form

Submit the completed application to Fox Valley Special Recreation Association

Mail or Drop Off to: FVSRA , 2121 W. Indian Trail, Aurora, IL 60506

Email: register@fvsra.org