National Park Challenge (Scholarship Applicants)

Crissy Field Center Summer Camp Scholarship Policy Statement

It is the policy of the Crissy Field Center to provide financial assistance to applicants who request it whenever possible. The intent of this policy is accomplished by setting fees at rates affordable to the majority of residents in the Bay Area, and by providing financial assistance to those for whom the Crissy Field Center’s fees are not affordable. Please note that financial assistance is a limited fund and funds will be disbursed based on applicant’s financial need. Both partial (50%) and full scholarships are available. Those that receive scholarships will automatically qualify for extended care scholarships. Receipt of scholarship award(s) in previous years does not determine eligibility for current summer camp year.

Selection Process

Applicants must submit income verification (W2, Pay stub, Voucher, SSI, etc.) for the entire household by post mail, email, or fax. This information will be kept confidential and used only in determining financial eligibility. Based on a review of the application, the program manager will determine financial assistance eligibility. A sliding scale based on total household income and number of residents will be used to determine the scholarship award. Applications will be reviewed on the 1st and 15th of each month and applicants can expect notification of their application status, via email, within three weeks of submission.

Fees and Restrictions

Each camper is eligible for one scholarship session per summer. Approved applicants will be asked to pay a non-refundable $35 scholarship application fee. Recipients of 50% (half) scholarships will be invoiced for the reduced session price. For example, $749 (cost of camp session) - $324.50 (50% scholarship) = $324.50 (applicant responsibility). Enrollment is not confirmed until payment is received. Payment for the scholarship application fee and, if applicable, the reduced session price, must be received within two weeks of registration or slot will be forfeited.

Camp Session Description

Are you ready for the challenge? From the infamous cell-blocks of Alcatraz to the primeval forest of Muir Woods, there’s an adventure around every corner in the Golden Gate National Parks. Join fellow rangers-in-training as we head out to a different park site every day and learn about the amazing things that go on in our National park. Art, science and recreation are all part of the park challenge! Pack your bag for a night sleeping under the stars (and eating s’mores!) during an overnight camping trip at the Rob Hill Campground in the Presidio.