Financial Aid Information

City of Boulder is committed to providing financial assistance to community members who are at or below 60% of Area Median Income (AMI).

2026 application season is now closed. Eligible community members can apply for the 2027 Financial Aid Program beginning Monday, Nov. 16, 2026. For security reasons, City of Boulder does not accept personal documents to be submitted via email. Please review the city’s Privacy Policy, for additional information.

What you will need

  • Proof of current address
  • Proof of dependents
  • Proof of household income

If you need help, please email BPRFinancialAid@bouldercolorado.gov or call 303-413-7200.

  • Press 1, then 1 again to reach the Registration Team.
  • For assistance in Spanish, press 9.

Financial Aid Program Benefits

Qualifying community members can choose from one of two financial assistance options to visit the recreation facilities:

  • Receive a 75% discount on a monthly, seasonal or annual membership and you pay 25%. Find membership options and pricing on this webpage.
  • Pay only when you visit: $3 per facility visit/per person.
  • Access to Child Watch services at North Boulder Recreation Center may be utilized via Youth membership or Youth daily entry purchase.

Scholarship Option for Eligible Camps and Registered Programs/Lessons

  • Qualifying community members receive 50% off eligible programs for up to $500 per eligibility year.

Exclusions

Financial Aid Program does not cover, and is not limited to, the following services or items:

  • Concessions or any retail items sold at point-of-sale
  • Flatirons Golf Course Programs
  • Private or Semi-Private Swim Lessons or Personal Training
  • One-Day specialty fitness classes
  • Sport Leagues or Team Group Sports
  • Racket Court Rentals Reservations
  • Boulder Reservoir Watercraft Permits, On-site storage or ANS fees
  • Contracted classes or Camps*

*Financial Aid may be available directly through contracted camps and programs. Please contact the organization directly to learn more.

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