ERBM Financial Assistance Program

ERBM Recreation & Park District (District) desires to provide all who reside within the District an opportunity to enjoy recreational opportunities. The Financial Assistance Program is designed to help individuals and families afford activities, memberships, and fees.

Eligibility:

To be eligible, individuals or families must be currently receiving need-based assistance from a federal or state government program, such as Medicaid, Supplemental Social Security Income (SSI or SSD), Section 8 or Public Housing, Food Stamps, Child Health Plan Plus (CHP+), Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), W.I.C., or other programs. Verification of participation is required.
Applicants must reside within District boundaries.
Children in foster care are automatically eligible.

Assistance awarded:

Reduced Rates: Eligible fees and costs will be reduced by 50%.
Scholarships: Each eligible individual or family member will receive $150 per year (prorated quarterly) applied to their customer account.

How to apply:

1. Complete a digital or printed application.

To complete the digital version of this application, tap, "Apply for assistance" below and follow the steps. Print applications can be picked up at Meeker Recreation Center, or you may download and print a copy.

The primary applicant must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.

2. Verify participation in state or federal need-based assistance. To do so:

Attach supporting documentation to your print or digital application (must reflect current year benefits)

Obtain a verification signature from the Rio Blanco County Department of Human Services office (200 Main Street, Suite 200).

3. Submit your application.

All information provided is kept confidential to the extent permitted by law.

Financial aid expires December 31 of each calendar year, and new applications must be completed each year. No award of financial assistance is guaranteed.

This program is funded on an annual basis and may be discontinued or revised at any time at the District’s discretion.

Please call 970.878.3403 with any questions.

Thank you!

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