Open Doors Financial Assistance

Geographic Scope: Greater Kingsport area, Tennessee

Overview:
The Greater Kingsport Family YMCA provides financial assistance to members and program participants who are unable to pay full membership and program fees. This program is funded through the YMCA's Annual Giving Campaign and is committed to ensuring that no one is denied access to the YMCA based on ability to pay.

Key Features

• Fair and Consistent Process: All applications are reviewed with consistent criteria
• Same Benefits: All members receive identical membership benefits regardless of financial assistance status
• Award Duration: All assistance is awarded for 12 months
• Flexibility: Members may re-verify income in case of rate increases or life events that alter household income

Eligibility

• Youth, adults, and families with demonstrated financial need
• Based on individual needs and circumstances
• Determined through review of required documentation

What Is NOT Funded

• Exclusive, personal, or private programs
• Note: Financial assistance reduces but does not eliminate membership and program fees

Contact Information

Jessica Slaughter, Open Doors Coordinator

• Email: [contact information provided on website]

Additional Notes

• The YMCA reserves the right to request additional documentation when necessary
• Membership and program fees are subject to change upon annual review
• This program is part of the YMCA's core mission to ensure everyone has access to essentials needed to learn, grow, and thrive

Application Process

1. Contact the Open Doors Coordinator to inquire about financial assistance
   • Jessica Slaughter, Open Doors Coordinator
2. Complete the Open Doors Financial Assistance Application
   • Provide required documentation for income verification
3. Submit Application
   • Submit completed application with all required documentation
4. Review and Determination
   • The YMCA will review all required documentation
   • Additional information may be requested if necessary
   • Support is granted following document review
5. Award
   • Assistance awarded for 12-month period
   • Annual review and re-verification may be required

Required Materials

• Income documentation
• Any other documentation requested by the YMCA for verification purposes