Subsidy Program

To request a subsidy application please contact kmiller@albanyca.gov or call 510-559-7227.

Eligibility is based on total income and household size. Required documentation includes:

• Most recent federal tax return. If the applicant does not file a tax return, an alternate means to document income will be required. Please contact kmiller@albanyca.gov for assistance.
• Utility bill with name and Albany address clearly indicated (from within the last two months). The first page of a bank statement or lease agreement can be used as an alternative.
• All information will be kept confidential. You may black out any personal identifying information such as social security and bank account numbers.

Families will not receive retroactive subsidies or refunds. Please apply before registering.

Please allow up to two days for processing your application. 

Still have questions?

Kate Miller, Recreation and Community Services Supervisor
kmiller@albanyca.gov
510-559-7227

Documentation of Albany address and income are required to apply for the Friendship Subsidy Program. Returning families may be able to complete an abbreviated application process.

Income eligibility limits are based on the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Fiscal Year 2025 Income Limits for Alameda County.

Eligible families can receive a subsidy for each participating child.

Maximum Income Limits

This chart is a guide and does not indicate automatic subsidy qualification.

Families can re-apply for the Friendship Subsidy Program.

If you were already approved for a subsidy in 2025 for any of the Friendship Programs you may not need to submit documentation of your address or income again. Please submit the application page. Staff will contact you about next steps.

Summer Camps and Junior Counselor Program

• Once approved for the subsidy, families will receive a 50% coupon code to be applied at the time of registration.
• Eligible families can receive 50% off for each participating child. The subsidy can also be utilized for Extended Care.
• Families will not receive retroactive subsidies or refunds. Please apply before registering to obtain the coupon code.
• Please allow up to two days for processing your application.

Friendship Club Afterschool Program

• The subsidy amount will be determined based on total income and household size. Families will receive a discount off each monthly tuition bill.
• Eligible families can receive a subsidy for each participating child.