Youth Recreation Funding Policy
Youth Recreation Funding Application
The City of Fowler provides limited financial assistance to eligible nonprofit organizations that offer youth recreational programs benefiting Fowler residents. This funding is intended to support community-based activities and is not meant to serve as an organization’s primary source of funding.
Purpose
Youth Recreation Funding helps support nonprofit organizations that provide recreational opportunities for youth in Fowler. Funding decisions are made by the City Council based on eligibility, community benefit, and available budget.
Eligibility Requirements
To be considered for funding, applicants must meet all of the following criteria:
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Be formally incorporated as a non-profit entity and be tax exempt (under section 501(c)(3) of the IRS Code and section 2370(d) of the California Revenue and Taxation Code).
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Provide youth recreation activities to the benefit of the residents of Fowler.
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Provide a service that is not a duplication of an existing public sector program, OR if the service is duplicated, the applicant must show why it is not an unnecessary duplication of service.
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Provide a program budget, which includes:
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All salaries and stipends.
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Identification of how City funds will be used.
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Evidence that at least 95% of City funds will be used for direct services and not overhead or administrative costs.
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Certify that accounting records are maintained in accordance with generally accepted accounting practices.
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Have bylaws that define the organization's purposes and functions, its organization, and the duties, authority and responsibilities of its governing body and officers.
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Provide for adequate administration of the program to ensure delivery of the services. Applicant shall identify one primary authorized contact person with whom the City may communicate all matters pertaining to the application for funding and funding award.
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Certify the organization does not unlawfully discriminate in employment or in clients served because of race, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, or any other class protected by the United States or California Constitution, or Federal or State law.
Evaluation Criteria
Funding requests are evaluated based on:
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Number of Fowler residents served
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Whether the program addresses an unmet community need
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Community goodwill and public benefit
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Risk and liability to the City
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Amount requested
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Other fundraising or revenue sources
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Percentage of total operating budget requested from City funds
Post-Approval Requirements
Approved organizations must:
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Enter into a formal grant agreement with the City
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Provide proof of insurance naming the City as an additional insured
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Maintain accounting records related to City funds for at least three years
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Allow City access to financial records related to the grant
Post-Award Reporting Requirements
All funded organizations are required to submit a Post-Award Report, which includes:
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A financial statement showing how City funds were spent
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A narrative summary describing the program’s outcomes and community benefit
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The number of participants served
Reporting Deadlines
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Seasonal programs: Report due within 30 days of program completion
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Annual programs:
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Interim report due at 6 months
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Final report due within 30 days after the grant term ends
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Failure to submit required reports may affect eligibility for future funding.
Questions?
For questions regarding eligibility or the application process, please contact: