Unleash your inner superhero with the HERO program! Designed for Grapevine residents, Helping Everyone Enjoy Recreational Opportunities (HERO) is your key to accessing a wide range of recreational activities without financial barriers. From dynamic classes and adventurous camps to REC memberships, look for our HERO icon on all participating programs and dive into the action. Join us and ensure everyone in our community gets to experience the joy of recreation. Let’s make every day heroic!
Qualifications:
- Proof of Grapevine residency. A current driver’s license or photo ID with a current utility bill will be accepted.
- The applicant must meet established financial criteria to qualify for full or partial assistance. The amount of assistance received is based on a sliding scale.
- Documentation of need must include one of the following:
- GCISD letter that states the applicant receives free or reduced priced meals at school.
- Letter of qualifications from GRACE.
- May qualify as an individual or family. A family is defined as:
- Legally married couple as recognized by a court of law.
- Parents and/or children who may be claimed as dependents for tax purposes.
- Children and their legal guardian.
- Funds may be used for approved city-operated recreational programs and annual memberships.
- Funds will NOT be granted for:
- Additional program supplies as required for the program
- Facility reservations
- Special events
- Daily admission fees to seasonal facilities
- Adult and/or Youth league charging a “Team Fee” to register
- Childwatch
- Participants are required to furnish their own transportation to and from programs.
- Participants must participate in the chosen program on a regular basis to maintain eligibility in the assistance program.
- Qualifications are subject to review on an annual basis or as needed to determine existing need.
- The City of Grapevine reserves the right to limit the amount of assistance awarded based on overall response to the program.
- A maximum of $1,000 will be allocated per household per school year (September – August).
HERO Scholarship Application
Grapevine residents fill out this application to qualify for this porgram.
