Scholarship Information
We believe in the power of Yoga to help in trauma and recovery healing. We are excited to offer scholarships to aid in making yoga financially accessible. Scholarships are awarded based on grants and charitable giving from our supporters so availability of funds is based on what we have received.
FAQ
How much money will I recieve?
Monies Received: The size and availability of the scholarship is directly related to how much money we have raised. At this time, we are offering scholarships up to $500.
Do I qualify for a scholarship?
YFR serves the following communities:
- People in recovery and their families
- People recovering from trauma ,including but not limited to, radicalized trauma in the BIPOC community, PTSD, any many others.
How do you decide who receives the scholarship?
Need: Financial need is the primary consideration for scholarship awards. Please be specific and detailed when filling out the form.
Marginalized groups: Our benefactors and grantors often allot money to marginalized communities. Please let us know if you are BIPOC, disabled, LGBTQ or a member of a group that is often overlooked in the Yoga community.
Filling out the form completely and throughly: lack of specificity on the form can result in disqualification. Please do not fill out the scholarship form until you are sure about the programs and classes you want to be considered for.
Funding is not guaranteed.
When will I be notified?
We will respond to your e-mail within 5 to 7 business days. You will be notified as funds are released. If we do not have the funding, we will let you know in 7 to 14 business days.
When will I receive the money?
We contact the studio and/or facilitator and pay them directly.
How often can I apply?
There is no limit.