PLAY Scholarship Fund
Funding Amount
Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
PLAY Scholarship Fund
Overview: Since 1993, the PLAY Scholarship Fund has removed financial barriers that would otherwise keep Columbus youth from participating in recreation and parks programs.
Geographic Scope: Columbus, Ohio
Key Statistics:
What PLAY Covers:
Scholarships help eligible Columbus youth participate in Columbus Recreation & Parks programs, including:
Eligibility: Applications are processed through the Columbus Recreation & Parks Department. Eligibility requirements vary by program.
Contact: Executive Director Keiana Mitchell (for donor/supporter inquiries)
Background: The Foundation has awarded $1.6M+ in total PLAY Scholarship support over three decades, ensuring Columbus youth have equal access to play and recreation regardless of family income.
How to Apply
How to Apply
PLAY Scholarship applications are processed through the Columbus Recreation & Parks Department.
1. Visit columbusrecparks.com
2. Contact your local community center
3. Inquire about eligibility requirements and the application process for the specific program of interest (summer camps, sports leagues, classes, junior golf programs, etc.)
Note: Application details and specific deadlines should be obtained directly from the Columbus Recreation & Parks Department website or local community centers.
What Columbus Recreation and Parks Foundation actually gave
Source: IRS Form 990-PF, 2024
- Grants in 2024
- 2
- Total given
- $541K
- Median grant
- $270K
- Range
- $26K–$515K
- By dollars: Ohio 100%. Top recipient cities: Columbus, OH.
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