Fairfax City closed summer camp financial aid applications June 1 | The Locally Times
Families missed the deadline for 25% to 75% fee discounts on city-run summer programs.
Fairfax City closed the application window for the Parks and Recreation Financial Assistance program on June 1, 2026. The program provides fee reductions of 75%, 50%, or 25% for youth summer programs based on household size and annual income. ## Eligibility Tiers The city determines eligibility using a sliding scale. A four-person household qualifies for a 75% discount with an annual income below $31,200, a 50% discount below $62,400, and a 25% discount below $93,600. Single-person households qualify for a 75% discount with an income below $15,060, a 50% discount below $30,120, and a 25% discount below $45,180. The city requires proof of income for all applicants. ## Enrollment Status Because the June 1 deadline passed, residents must contact Recreation Manager Katie MacCammon to request late enrollment or placement on a waitlist. Residents may reach the department at 703-385-7858 or via email at kmaccammon@fairfaxva.gov. The city's documentation, updated June 19, 2026, does not specify the total budget for these subsidies or the number of families currently enrolled for the 2026 season. ## Financial Impact Families who missed the June 1 deadline must pay the full cost of participation unless they receive a late-enrollment waiver. For a four-person household at the lowest income tier, the 75% discount reduces the cost of a $100 camp session to $25. The city requires applicants to submit income documentation to verify these tiers. ## Key Questions **How much do the discounts reduce camp fees?** The program reduces fees by 75%, 50%, or 25% based on household size and income. **When was the deadline to apply?** The application window closed June 1, 2026. **Who should residents contact regarding late applications?** Residents should contact Recreation Manager Katie MacCammon at 703-385-7858 or kmaccammon@fairfaxva.gov.