Jim French Swim Scholarship
Jim French Swim Scholarship
Jim French was a beloved community member. He dedicated his life to Trinity County through education, music, theater and local service groups. As a youngster, Jim is reported to have hiked and swam in every river and lake he found! What many may not know is that every summer, Jim would arrive at the pool with his grandson to register for swim lessons. He would sit under the umbrella watching his young grandson become a stronger swimmer and enjoy the water. The duo of Jim and Finn would attend open swims and Jim would take his place under the umbrella to enjoy watching Finn and his friends play in the pool. He would stop and chat with pool staff to share a thought or a story. Each year, he would let pool managers know that if there was a kid that couldn’t afford lessons, he himself or his beloved Weaverville Lion’s Club would like to take care of the fee. His love for family and community continues to shine in Trinity County. While sharing pool stories with the love of his life, wife Carla, the Jim French Swim Scholarship was created! Carla honors Jim’s memory in creating this amazing opportunity for area youth to be water safe. Qualified applicants ages 6-18, will receive one full session of group swim lessons.
This is a living scholarship to be funded by community donations.
Donations
- In person at the WDCPRD Office at 101 Park Ave. Building #3 with cash, card, or check
- Make a check out to "WDCPRD" and write Jim French Swim Scholarship on the memo line, and mail to:
WDCPRD Office
P.O. Box 1453
Weaverville, CA 96093
Applying for a Scholarship
· In person at 101 Park Ave. Building #3
Scholarship Requirements
The Jim French Swim Scholarship program was established to assist families financially who live within the district boundary lines and are unable to participate in fee-based swim programs due to economic constraints. To receive financial assistance, complete the Jim French Swim Scholarship application, and show that their household income falls within the eligibility guidelines with submission of one of the accepted proofs of income.
- Scholarships are available to Weaverville/Douglas City Parks and Recreation and District (CARD) residents ages 6-18, who meet the income requirements. An application and proof of income are required each calendar year.
- Please complete the application and provide one of the following acceptable financial assistance proofs:
- Aid to Families with Dependent Children
- Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
- Food Stamps (SNAP)
- Temporary Assistance to Needy Families
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
- Women, Infant, and Children’s Program (WIC)
- Medicaid
- Children’s Health Insurance Plan (CHIP)
- Section 8 Public Housing
- Home Energy Assistance Program
- Scholarships are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis and are funded only if there are available resources.
- If approved, scholarships will cover the full registration fee for one session of swim lessons. The participant is responsible for all supply fees, transportation to and from the program, and any additional costs.
- Participants eligible for the Jim French Swim Scholarship program will remain confidential and will be treated in the same manner as those participants that pay full price for the same service. No family will be discriminated against because of race, color, gender, religion, nationality, ethnic origin or disability.
- Applicants who falsify information, or do not attend the program regularly, may be ineligible for future scholarships.
- If extenuating circumstances prevent regular attendance, please contact the WDCPRD Office at (530) 623-5925. If your child cannot attend the program for any reason, you must contact the WDCPRD Office prior to the program start date. Failure to do so may result in a suspension of scholarship benefits for one year including all family dependents.
Application for this scholarship can be found online or can be completed in house at WDCPRD office starting May 1, 2024.