Financial Assistance

Financial Assistance Program

Currently we have youth scholarships for swim Lessons, sensory swims and for older adult programs at the Senior Center. Limited scholarships available for all other programming.  

McMinnville’s Parks and Recreation Department understands the importance of recreation to an individual’s and communities’ well-being. Through our Financial Assistance Program, we strive to remove barriers to participation and ensure that more community members have access to our recreation activities.

General Information:

• Our Financial Assistance Program is funded through donations, grants, and the City’s general fund.
• Financial Assistance will provide a portion of program fees.
• Parks and Recreation staff will assist in your registration process; however, receiving assistance does not give priority if registration is late and/or the class is full.
• Assistance available for McMinnville Parks and Recreation sports, swim lessons and classes. 
• Currently we have youth scholarships for Swim Lessons, Sensory Swims and for older adult programs at the Senior Center. Limited scholarships available for all other programming.  

Eligibility Requirements:

You must live within the City of McMinnville (Non-city residents can apply for swim lessons and Youth sports). 

AND one of the following:

You receive at least one of the following benefits: TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families), SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), SSI (Supplemental Security Income) or FDPIR (Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations).

A written hardship (available on the application).

To apply:

1. Fill out the McMinnville Parks and Recreation Financial Assistance Application.

• Form must be fully completed to be considered for financial assistance.
• Information is confidential and necessary to help determine eligibility.
  • Print off application below
  • Online Application (English)
  • Online Application (Spanish)
  • Paper copies available at all McMinnville Parks and Recreation facilities:

                     Community Center at 600 NE Evans St.
                     Aquatic Center at 138 NW Park Dr.
                     Senior Center at 2250 NE McDaniel Ln.

2. Submit application via one of the following methods:

• Submit online form
• Email: Rachel.Kaplan@mcminnvilleoregon.gov
• In Person at any Parks and Recreation Facility
• Mail: McMinnville Community Center 600 NE Evans St. McMinnville Oregon 97128

Approval Process:

• Once application is received, please allow 5 business days for processing.
• We will respond to your request via your preferred method of contact. 

If you have any questions concerning the application or Financial Assistance Program, please call Rachel @ 503-474-5149

FAQ:

• How long will it take for my application to be processed?

From when your application is received, please allow 5 business days for processing. During this processing time, staff may reach out to you more information.

• How do I register/pay for my program after my application is approved?

Staff will enter your financial award into your online Active Net account. You can then register online or in person at a Parks and Recreation facility.

• Can I reserve a spot for the activity/class before I hear back about my financial assistance request?

No, you cannot reserve a spot for a program and receiving assistance does not give priority if registration is late and/or the class is full. We post registration dates on our social media, the city website, and in our activity guides. You can also contact a Parks and Recreation facility for updated registration dates. Prepare early and submit your application prior to registration dates.

• This is my first time registering for a Parks and Recreation activity. Do I need an ActiveNet account? Can I receive help creating an account? 

Yes, an ActiveNet account is required to register for a program. An account can be made here. If you need help, we can make you an account at any of our facilities or over the phone. Call the Aquatic Center at 503-434-7309, the Community Center at 503-434-7310, or the Senior Center at 503-435-0407. We can all help you in preparing for registration.

• Why are only residents from McMinnville eligible for financial assistance?

City property taxes fund approximately 50% of Parks and Recreation Services. Financial assistance is limited to patrons already paying into city services through their property taxes. People who live outside of the city limits of McMinnville do not pay City of McMinnville property taxes, therefore, do not qualify for financial assistance.