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Financial Assistance
Financial Assistance
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- Government-issued photo ID
- Most recent W-2(s)
- Full tax return (1040, 1040EZ, 1040A, or Schedule C)
- Alternative documents accepted if W-2s or tax returns are unavailable:
- Copy of pay stubs (one month)
- Benefit statement (Social Security, Disability, or Unemployment)
- Government assistance benefits letter
- Letter from your employer verifying your employment and stating your annual salary
- For United States Military members: Leave and Earnings Statement (LES)
Step 3: The Service Center team will confirm your final aid amount, based on verification of income and availability of funds. To get an estimate for the aid for which you might qualify, use our financial assistance online calculator here:If You Are Not Able to Upload Your DocumentsAfter completing Step 1, you may schedule an appointment online with your YMCA Branch location and bring the required documents to complete your financial assistance application. During your appointment, the branch will provide a confirmation of your final scholarship amount based on verification of income and availability of funds. You may also call our Service Center at 808-678-4296, Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm, if you need further assistance.
Which YMCA programs offer financial assistance?
Assistance is available for most YMCA programs, including individual, family and senior memberships, as well as child care, camp, youth sports and special classes.
How long will assistance continue?
Assistance is granted for duration of a program or for a specific time period of not longer than 1 year. When assistance has expired, it is possible to renew with a new application.
Who provides the funds for the financial assistance?
The Financial Assistance program is made possible through generous gifts provided by the businesses and individuals who contribute to the YMCA of Honolulu’s Annual Campaign, Teen Development Fund, Heritage Club as well as foundation grants from various organizations, and from the Aloha United Way.