Edward Scott Zdenek Fund
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Inherent to the mission of the Centre Region Down Syndrome Society is the goal of providing financial support so that people in our community who have Down syndrome can participate in activities that enrich their lives.
In the past, we have supported activities as diverse as horseback riding, swimming, karate, bowling, art classes, and many more. Every year we support over 20 families to be able to participate in enrichment activities throughout the year. This fund was established in memory of Edward Zdenek, son of Brad and Kathleen Zdenek. |
Eligibility
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Persons living in central Pennsylvania who have Down Syndrome are eligible to receive funds from the CRDSS. Most any activity that can be reasonably expected to enrich the life of the recipient of the funds will be considered.
Within the limits of its resources, CRDSS provides scholarships to as many individuals as possible who otherwise would not be able to participate in enriching activities. While we wish that all requests could be granted, our funding is limited. In order to allow as many individuals as possible access to CRDSS enrichment funds, one request per individual with Down Syndrome in a fiscal year, which runs from July to June. We make every effort to respond to funds applications as quickly as possible and submitting your pre-approval form is easy. (Click here to submit form.) However, it can take up to four weeks to decide enrichment fund merits and award amounts. Check dispersing can add another week to this process. Please take this timing into consideration when requesting funds, especially if participation in the activity is completely dependent on receiving funds to do so. |
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Application Process
Applying for a scholarship is easy! Remember, the "recipient of the funds" refers to the person who will be enjoying the activity, even if someone else is applying on their behalf. Recipients can be anyone living in central Pennsylvania who has Down syndrome.
To apply:
1) Individual or their family submits the pre-approval form (click here for pre-approval form). Make sure the form is complete and accurate, especially the contact information.
2) The applicant will receive pre-approval from the CRDSS Board via email. The applicant then makes their purchase.
3)The applicant then submits the reimbursement forms with receipts. The reimbursement forms will be emailed with the final approval. The form can also be accessed HERE.
4) CRDSS sends the applicant a check.
To apply:
1) Individual or their family submits the pre-approval form (click here for pre-approval form). Make sure the form is complete and accurate, especially the contact information.
2) The applicant will receive pre-approval from the CRDSS Board via email. The applicant then makes their purchase.
3)The applicant then submits the reimbursement forms with receipts. The reimbursement forms will be emailed with the final approval. The form can also be accessed HERE.
4) CRDSS sends the applicant a check.