Leisure-ship Program

What is the Leisure-ship Program?

The Leisure-ship Program is a scholarship program created by the Batavia Parks Foundation in an effort to provide individuals in need of financial assistance the funding to participate in Park District programs.

Who benefits from it?

Any qualified family or individual in financial need of assistance within the jurisdiction of the Batavia Park District (residents only). The qualifications are evaluated through the Park District Scholarship Program and the application process is managed by Jeff Clark, Director of Leisure Services.

Where does the funding come from?

The Leisure-ship Program is fully funded by donations. These donations may be from Park District participants, local residents, merchants, or even those outside the park district jurisdiction who may want to donate to a good cause.

How can I make a donation?

Our current registration form has a small section asking residents if they would like to donate $3 to the program scholarship fund of the Batavia Parks Foundation. At this time, when a resident checks the appropriate box stating they would like to donate to this fund, the $3 is added to their total registration amount due all of which is tax deductible. Donors may also indicate a different dollar amount as well. Once a donation has been made, the donation will then be separated out from the Park District's registration fee and then sent to the Parks Foundation for distribution.

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