About the Program

The City of Fresno has appropriated $50,000 of Measure P funding to implement a competitive grant program for non-profit organizations to manage the Youth Scholarship Program.

The goal of the Youth Scholarship Program is to reduce financial barriers for Fresno’s youth to participate in recreation programs such as sports, dance, etc. Non-profit organizations or programs who serve youth 3-17 years of age are eligible to apply. However, preference will be given to non-profit organizations or programs serving youth ages 12–17.

Applicants are required to respond to the following questions as part of the application process. Each question is worth 5 points and will be scored using the Scoring Rubric outlined in the solicitation found here.

Please submit your completed responses February 11, 2026 at 3pm PST.

For questions, please email PARCScontracts@fresno.gov.
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