SFFSC is excited to partner with the United Way – Connecting Kids program as a way to bring the joy of ice skating to all walks of life!

Local studies show that cost and lack of awareness are reasons some children are not able to join the numerous activities available to them across the Sioux Empire. Connecting Kids ensures every child in Lincoln, McCook, Minnehaha and Turner Counties have the same opportunity for getting involved in extracurricular activities.

• The program serves children in grades K-8.
• For Kindergarteners: The child must have begun their Kindergarten year at the time of the activity. If the registration is due before this, that is fine.
• Each child is permitted to use only one certificate per calendar year for one activity.
• All children in households currently receiving benefits from the following programs are eligible:
  • SNAP
  • The Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR)
  • TANF
  • Free or Reduced Meals
• Families who fall below the Federal Eligibility guidelines for Reduced Meals OR have recently experienced financial difficulties may also be eligible. Supporting Documentation will be requested after your initial application is received.

After your application is received, SFFSC will follow up with the United Way to determine your eligibility. Please allow 3-5 business days for processing. Once a determination has been reached, SFFSC Administration will reach out to you to go over registration instructions.

If approved, SFFSC will lower the Learn to Skate class registration fee to $100.00. This way the United Way voucher will cover all of your class registration fees.

You will still be responsible for the $35.00 Learn to Skate SFFSC Membership fee.

FAQ:

Q: My Child's Application was approved last year. Do I need to fill out a new one?
A: Yes. Each year you will need to fill out an application in order to be eligible for the program.

Q: Will the information I give be checked?
A: Yes. SFFSC and the United Way may also ask you to send written proof of the household income you report.

Q: If I don't qualify now, may I apply later?
A: Yes, you may apply at any time during the school year. For example, children with a parent or guardian who becomes unemployed may become eligible if the household income drops below the income limit.

Q:  Will you tell anyone else about the information on my form?
A: We will reach out to United Way to confirm the information you have provided and determine eligibility.

Q:  My family needs more help. Are there other programs we might apply for?
A: SFFSC partners with Scrip and offers several other fundraisers throughout the year. Please reach out to info@sffsc.com for more information.

Q:  What if I normally wouldn't qualify for these programs, but have recently fallen on hard times?
A: You still may qualify for this program. Please continue this application and provide any additional information you feel is relevant to your current financial situation.

Click here to start the application process: United Way Connecting Kids Application

If you have questions or need more information, please email: info@sffsc.com