THPRD households whose income falls below the Federal Free Meal Guidelines are eligible to receive $300 per person annually in fee waivers
THPRD households whose income falls below the Federal Free Meal Guidelines are eligible to receive $300 per person annually in fee waivers
If you would like to access a paper copy of the THPRD Financial Aid application, please visit any open THPRD Center or contact us to send a paper copy to you by mail.
THPRD is committed serving the needs of all district residents throughout the greater Beaverton area. Through the Financial Aid Program and a dedication to social equity, we are working toward removing barriers to participation and ensure that more district residents have access to facilities, programs, and recreational opportunities. If you cannot afford typical program fees, this program may help.
Households whose income falls below the Federal Free Meal Guidelines are eligible to receive a maximum of $300 per person annually in fee waivers. Only those members listed on the application will be eligible for funds.
2022-23 Federal Free Meal Guidelines
Family Size
Monthly Income
1
$1,473
2
$1,984
3
$2,495
4
$3,007
5
$3,518
6
$4,029
7
$4,541
8
$5,052
(For each additional member add $512.)
Example: If three people live in your household, the gross family monthly income must be less than $2,495 for the household to qualify.
Eligibility requirements
You must live within THPRD district boundaries. Not sure if you are in-district? This tool may help: Am I In District?
Your household income is below the Federal Free Meal Guidelines (see chart on the right - Updated July 1).
Any applicants currently receiving Beaverton School District Federal Free Lunch Program,Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) award letter, or SNAP benefits from State are eligible for financial aid fee waivers.
If you do not participate in the above three programs, you may qualify by providing other documentation (see proof of income options below) to prove your monthly gross income falls below the Federal Free Meal Guidelines.
To apply
1) Fill out the Financial Aid Application:
All information in the application must be filled in or the application will be returned unaccepted. The information requested is confidential and necessary to help determine eligibility of each applicant.
2) Submit only ONE of the following as proof of income:
Beaverton School District Federal Free Lunch Program (approved for free meals, not reduced meals)
TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families)
SNAP - If you receive assistance from State, please provide the Simplified SNAP Report Letter or Interim Change Report. If you do not have a copy, you can call your social worker and request a copy.
Payroll Stub (last two months)
Child Support/ Alimony Agreement
Social Security/ Disability/ Pensions Award Letter
Unemployment Weekly Wage Benefit Letter
Note: If you have no income, are experiencing homelessness, have a foster child or have any other special circumstances, please complete a THPRD Waiver Form and submit it with your application.
Applications accepted year-round and funds are available for 12 months from your approval date.
You may apply once each year.
Funds are transferable between household members.
Unused funds cannot be carried forward.
Ways to submit your application
You may submit your completed applications via any one of the options listed below:
Email: Applications and proof of income (PDF or picture) can be emailed to financialaid@thprd.org
Mail: THPRD Administration Office – Financial Aid Program 15707 SW Walker Rd. Beaverton, OR 97006.
In-person: Visit any open THPRD Center, to complete your application (paper copies are available) and attach your proof of income.
Please allow up to 10 business days for processing.
After I receive my Financial Aid funds, how do I register?
Funds may be used for general programs and classes, plot fees for the community gardens and affiliated recreational youth sports leagues. Fee waivers cannot be used for third-party programs, competitive youth sports leagues, or private lessons (unless a waiver form is submitted and approved).
To sign up for classes and activities online, go to www.thprd.org or if you need support, call our main phone line 503-645-6433
Using your Financial Aid Funds for a non-competitive Affiliated League fee
Please allow up to 10 business days for processing. After processing, payment checks are mailed directly to the league. You may apply at any time with an active application, payment checks will be issued twice a month.
Note: To register your child for an affiliated recreational youth sports league the parent or legal guardian will need to follow that organization’s enrollment procedures. THPRD does not enroll individuals in affiliated sports programs.
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