The goal of the Need-Based Scholarship Program (“NBS”) is to get people back on their feet in a variety of ways. The long-term benefits of club soccer are substantial, but participation shouldn’t send families into debt. Scholarship assistance looks different for each family, depending on their needs.
Each scholarship starts at 75% of registration fees. That means that families are asked to contribute 25% to participate in NEFC. In order to apply for NBS, families must submit a current-year tax return to verify income. Over the last few years, we noticed that tax returns are a barrier many families applying are unable to overcome. Starting in 2021, families will be given free tax preparation services. NEFC also provides uniform and training gear assistance. Lastly, we offer additional programming that allows families to use soccer as a resource. These programs are highlighted below.
- All applicants must be in good financial standing with the club and their team.
- Any application that has missing or incomplete information will be deemed incomplete and will NOT be considered. NEFC will not contact applicants to provide the missing information. It is up to the applicant to ensure all required information is contained within the application.
- All Financial Award recipients are responsible for paying any uniform, club, coaching, or team fee expenses not covered by the aid award.
- As part of the application process, if you are a recipient of a need-based scholarship, a thank you letter and picture are required.
- All applications must be submitted, in full, online using the link provided.
Applicants – By completing and submitting the application, you agree to provide proof of income/need, as may be required by the Director of Philanthropy and/or Board of Directors. NEFC reserves the right to ask for further income verification documentation. Applicant agrees to provide documentation upon request or otherwise application will be deemed incomplete. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Non-Discrimination Clause – No one will be disqualified from consideration because of sex, race, color, creed or religious beliefs.
Families applying for financial aid shall meet the income criteria, as displayed below, per the current year signed tax documents.
Non-Discrimination Clause – No one will be disqualified from consideration because of sex, race, color, creed or religious beliefs.
Families applying for financial aid shall meet the income criteria, as displayed below, per the current year signed tax documents.
| Up to 3 | Up to 4 | Up to 5 | Up to 6 | 7+ |
| $40,626 | $49,025 | $57,424 | $65,823 | $8,399/per additional |