Build a Dream Scholarship

The “Build a Dream” Scholarship Program provides financial assistance to Daly City youth and active adults/seniors, enabling them to participate in exercise, education, and cultural arts programs offered by the Department of Recreation Services. Scholarships are awarded based on the submission of a completed application, a review of required documentation, and the availability of funds.

Scholarship Eligibility

• Applicants must be residents of Daly City and provide valid proof of residency.
• Eligible age groups are:
  • Youth: 0 - 17 years old
  • Active Adults/Seniors: 50 years and older
• Applicants may receive one scholarship per calendar year (January - December).
• Eligibility is determined annually based on income guidelines established by San Mateo County. The following forms of documentation will be accepted to verify eligibility:
  • CalWorks
  • Medi-Cal
  • General Assistance
  • WIC

Scholarship Award Details

• If approved, the scholarship will be awarded as a credit to the applicant’s account with the Department of Recreation Services.
• The amount of the credit awarded will vary each year and is contingent upon available funding. The scholarship amount may be adjusted at any time to reflect current budget constraints or resource availability.
• Scholarships apply exclusively to registration fees; additional costs such as supplies, extra fees, or field trips are not covered.
• Credit awarded must be used by end of current calendar year and may not be carried over to following year or transferred to anyone else.
• Any credit awarded not used by end of the calendar year will be forfeited and returned to the Build a Dream Scholarship Fund.

For more information, please review the Scholarship Policy and Application. Should you have any other questions, please contact the Department of Recreation Services by email to active@dalycity.org.