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Apply for a Willamalane recreation scholarship

Willamalane offers recreation scholarships for district residents with financial need; middle-school sports have separate rules.

Steps

3 steps
  1. Choose a scholarship and check eligibilityFor general scholarships, live within district boundaries and provide qualifying assistance documentation or a brief hardship essay. General aid covers up to 50% of eligible fees, with a $200 annual maximum per person.
  2. Submit the applicationDownload the current application or pick up a copy at a Willamalane facility. Return it with eligibility documents to any facility; call 541-736-4544 for help.
  3. Check program exceptionsAll-Access Memberships are excluded from general aid. A 1Pass scholarship does not guarantee an available pass. Middle-school sports require Springfield Public Schools attendance and household income information.

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