The Stroum Jewish Community Center is pleased to offer financial assistance to pay for the following program fees: Schwartz Early Childhood School tuition, Kidstown, J Camp, and membership.
Eligibility
Eligibility to apply for financial assistance is based on family income level as shown below:
| Family Size | Annual Household Income not more than: |
|---|---|
| 1 person (for example, single adult applying for membership assistance | $70,650 |
| 2 people (for example, single adult and child applying for ECS) | $80,750 |
| 3 people (for example, two parents and one child) | $90,850 |
| 4 people | $100,900 |
| 5 people | $109,000 |
| 6 people | $117,050 |
| 7 people | $125,150 |
| 8 people | $133,200 |
Application
Below are two application forms. Please select the appropriate form. It will guide you through the calculation of household income and requires the provision of information on household expenses, assets, and liabilities. If available, please attach your 2024 income tax return when you submit your application.
Please only use the links below for Membership and Kidstown.
- 2025-26 Schwartz Early Childhood School Tuition Assistance Application
- 2025-26 Kids + Family Programs (Kidstown, J Camp, etc.) Financial Assistance Application
- Membership Financial Assistance Application
For Families Applying for Schwartz ECS Tuition Assistance
Learn more about applying for tuition assistance for the SJCC Early Childhood School>>
Silver&Fit® Program
The SJCC has partnered with American Specialty Health (ASH) Silver&Fit® program through their Silver&Fit® Premium Network. If you are a senior, and have a specific health insurance that qualifies, a portion of your membership costs may be covered through this partnership.
To view health plans that may participate, select “Washington” in the Participating Health Plans Silver&Fit search. (Link here: https://www.silverandfit.com/health-plans). You can also call 877-329-2746 and Select Option 1.
If you are eligible you will receive an I.D. number from ASH which you will need to bring to the SJCC when signing up for membership.
Contact
If you have scholarship questions, contact:
Schwartz Early Childhood School
Schwartz Early Childhood School Director Carrie Stull
Membership/Silver&Fit Program
Membership Coordinator Denise Ipock or call 206-829-2594
J Camp/Kidstown
Sr. Director SJCC Experience Dana Weiner
