Zachary Culnan Memorial Family Fund - Activity Scholarship

Purpose: Provides financial support for low-income, disadvantaged, and under-resourced youth to participate in life-enhancing programs and activities.

Geographic Scope: Serves CAPTAIN CHS service area (New York)

Focus Areas:

• Sports
• Activities
• Theater
• Music
• Art
• STEM
• Other hobbies and pursuits

Eligibility Requirements

Age: 9 to 18 years old

Income Guidelines: Household income must not exceed the following thresholds:

• Household of 1: $0 - $25,760
• Household of 2: $25,761 - $34,840
• Household of 3: $34,841 - $43,920
• Household of 4: $43,921 - $53,000
• Household of 5: $53,001 - $62,080
• Household of 6: $62,081 - $71,160
• Household of 7: $71,161 - $80,240
• Household of 8: $80,241 - $89,320
• Each additional family member: add $9,080

Award Details

Funding Limitations: Requests in excess of $500 may be difficult to fill. The scholarship may not be able to fund the entire amount of assistance required.

Payment Method: All payments are made directly to the activity, sponsoring business, organization, or another third party. Payments will not be made directly to the individual or family.

Background

The Zachary Culnan Memorial Family Fund was created to ensure that no youth should be priced out of participation in pursuits and passions that could have life-altering and lasting impacts on their future success. To learn more about Zachary and the fund, visit zacharyspirit94.com.

Contact Information

• Phone: 518-371-1185
• Address: Clifton Park Office, 5 Municipal Plaza, Suite 3, Clifton Park, NY 12065

Application Process

The application process is designed for youth, with parent assistance if necessary.

Required Components:

1. Program or Activity Description: Describe your program or activity of choice
2. Personal Statement: Explain why this activity is important to you
3. Benefit Explanation: Detail how the particular activity program will benefit you

Selection Committee Review: The application committee uses your submission to:

• Gain insight into exactly how the activity program will benefit you
• Get to know you better as an applicant

Submission Instructions: Contact the Youth Scholarship Program for application materials and submission process.