Financial Assistance Program
RBAC Financial Assistance Program
Thank you for your interest in the RBAC Financial Assistance Program. As a non-profit organization, we believe providing access to water safety and aquatic programming to those in our community is essential. The purpose of the Financial Assistance Program is to help the RBAC provide equitable access to aquatic programs and educational opportunities for residents of Pasadena and the surrounding communities. We encourage all who need assistance to apply.
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Policy
A financial assistance program shall exist that awards a reduction in program fees for qualifying applicants and their dependents based upon established criteria. A 50% or 75% award level exists for City of Pasadena residents, and a 50% reduction for non-Pasadena residents.
Procedures
- Financial assistance awards range from 50% to 75% of the program cost based on income level and residency.
- Applicants may only receive financial assistance for one program at a time; those with multiple children/dependents may have only one award per child/dependent for one program at a time.
- Financial Assistance is valid for the duration of time for the program it is applied for. For example, Swim Lessons: One session, Competitive Teams/Club/Masters Swim: Per quarter of participation, & Lap Swimming, Therapy Pool Use, Water Fitness: Equivalent to the length of pass purchased.
- Applicants must reapply after each award is utilized.
- Financial Assistance does not guarantee enrollment in the desired program.
- Apply up to 30 days prior but no later than 7 days before the start date of the program.
- For Competitive Teams/Club/Masters Swim, an application needs to be submitted every quarter. Financial Assistance will be awarded for 3 months at a time: January – March; April – June; July – September; October – December.
- Financial Assistance cannot be retroactively applied.
- Financial assistance is non-transferable and is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis until available funding for the calendar is exhausted.
Necessary Documentation
Required Supporting Financial Documents
The RBAC will accept any one of the following financial documents to process the application:
1. Signed copy of most recent Federal Tax Returns (first 2 pages only) with name(s) of dependent(s) listed as needed
2. Statement of public benefits like Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Department of Public Social Services (DPSS) that includes MediCal, Cal Works or Cal Fresh;
3. Employment Development Department (EDD) letter; or
4. Letter detailing special circumstances requiring financial assistance, addressed to the Executive Director or their designee. Please include any supporting documents
The RBAC does not accept the following as proof of income:
1. W-2 Forms
2. Checks or Check Stubs
3. Cards issued by financial assistance agencies
4. School free meal program letter
Income Requirements:
Individuals who can produce a utility bill (Pasadena Water and Power), lease, mortgage statement, or proof of child(ren)’s enrollment in a Pasadena Unified School District public school or PUSD authorized charter enrollment school.
Application Process
- Complete an online application. One application per applicant.
- Email the required documentation to
financialassistance@rosebowlaquatics.org - Please allow 5 business days for the application to be reviewed. Financial Assistance decisions will be emailed and must be redeemed within 60 days of being awarded.