Title:
Grant Application- National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) Grant
Action
ACTION:
Approve the submittal of a National Recreation and Park Association grant application by Parks & Recreation up to $10,000 to assist with providing scholarship aid for youth soccer participants.
Staff Contact: Jeff Carwile, Recreation & Aquatics Division Director
Nick Walker, Director, Park and Recreation
Presentation: No
BACKGROUND/JUSTIFICATION:
National Recreation and Park Association is providing funding opportunities to qualifying Park and Recreation departments. The grant offers financial assistance for local park and recreation organizations that currently, or plan to operate an MLS GO league. The program, “MLS GO”, is Major League Soccer’s recreational youth program dedicated to providing an inclusive and high-quality soccer experience for all. If awarded the funding will aid with providing scholarship aid to ensure more youth have the opportunity to play soccer in a fun and affordable environment.
PROCUREMENT BACKGROUND:
N/A
POLICY IMPACT:
N/A
FISCAL IMPACT:
Increase to General fund for scholarships.