North Cass Freedom Futbol Club
Scholarship Program Guidelines
Objective: NCF believe all children should have the opportunity to play soccer, even those who have genuine challenges meeting the financial commitments of being a NCF player. In order to keep participation in our program affordable, NCF has established a scholarship program to provide partial assistance to players with an economic need.
Overview: The NCF Scholarship Program will be under the direct supervision of the NCF Vice President with oversight from the NCF Board of directors. The Board of Directors will determine the number of scholarships available per year. Scholarship amounts are awarded on an annual basis in July. Scholarship amounts cover league and club fees only. Scholarship recipients are responsible for covering all other costs (uniform cost, travel and tournament fees). NCF reserves the right to award partial scholarships based on NCF established criteria. Validation of financial information will be required (W-2, 1040, paycheck stub, or proof of reduce lunch program).
Eligibility: The NCF Scholarship Program is open to all registered players affiliated with NCF.
Criteria: Financial need will be the primary determinant in receiving a scholarship. However, the following will also be taken into consideration in awarding scholarships:
· Amount of scholarship funds available
· Number of applications received
· Loyalty to the Club – years with a club affiliated with NCF
· The number of siblings playing for NCF
· Club volunteer
Applicants must complete the required application form and return the completed application to NCF by July 6th. Once scholarships are awarded, supporting documentation, if not provided with the original application, will be required (W-2, 1040, paycheck stub, or proof of reduced lunch program). If supporting documents are not received by July 16, the scholarship awarded will be cancelled and funds returned to the scholarship fund for reallocation.
ncf scholarship application.docx