Presidio Trekkers Scholarship Application

The Presidio is a place of rich natural and cultural history. In this playful and creative inquiry-based outdoor camp, campers learn to develop their observational and collaborative skills. Campers also work together to address problems relevant to themselves and to the parks. Participants go on daily excursions into different areas of the Presidio, meeting Park Rangers and exploring the park’s biodiversity along the way.

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 an applicant’s financial need. Both partial (50%) and full scholarships are available. Those who receive scholarships automatically qualify for extended care scholarships. Receipt of scholarship award(s) in previous years does not determine eligibility for the 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 will only be used only in determining financial eligibility. Based on a review of the application, the Center's staff 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 two 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, $650 (cost of camp session) - $325 (50% scholarship) = $325 (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 one week of invoice or the slot will be forfeited.