Monthly Tuition Rates

Please Note: The Parent/Guardian must have an active YMCA Facility Membership upon registration and throughout the program enrollment. If you cancel your YMCA Facility Membership during your program enrollment period, you will be charged the Community Member monthly rate. Active Facility Members receive additional benefits, such as discounts on afterschool programming, summer camps, and more. 

SCHOLARSHIPS AND FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

Tuition Rate with Discounts

We offer a 20% sibling discount on the oldest child’s tuition and a 5% discount for a third child. Qualified families may also apply for Financial Assistance to help cover costs.

Our centers gladly accept alternative payment vouchers, though please note that tuition rates may change. Additionally, Active YMCA Facility Members enjoy exclusive discounts on monthly tuition and youth programs, including summer camp and youth sports.

Scholarships & Alternative Payments

If you live in San Francisco, your family may qualify for scholarships or significant tuition discounts at our local program sites. Our current offerings include:

• Full Scholarships
• Up to 50% Off Childcare Tuition

We include free meals with every program enrollment. If your household does not qualify for a scholarship, you can still save 20% on tuition by maintaining an active YMCA Facility Membership (San Francisco sites only).

The YMCA of Greater San Francisco accepts third-party vouchers (alternative payments) from providers such as Wu Yee, Children’s Council, DHSS, CalWorks, ELS, and 4Cs. Income-eligible families may also apply for Child Care Scholarships (MRA funding).

How to Enroll with Third-Party Assistance

Before you submit an enrollment request, please provide a certificate or contract of child services from your caseworker.

1. Contact your caseworker to identify your preferred program and site.
2. Submit your documentation to our team.
3. Confirm your portion of any remaining tuition dues.

Please reach out to Lorena Zegarra, Preschool Director, at [email protected] for more information.

Billing & Payments

We collect monthly tuition 10 days before the first of each month. To maintain your enrollment, please set up an automatic draft.

• Late Fees: If we do not receive your tuition by the first of the month, we will apply a $50 late fee per child to your account.
• Returned Payments: We charge a $15 bank fee for all rejected childcare and education drafts.
• Deadlines: Please ensure you pay all tuition and late fees by the first of the month.

Financial Assistance: Open to All

The YMCA of Greater San Francisco welcomes everyone to our programs. Thanks to the generosity of our donors, we offer financial assistance on a first-come, first-served basis. As an equal-opportunity provider, we strive to make our programs accessible to all families.

How to Apply

Scholarship amounts vary based on your household income, county, and program site. If you believe your family qualifies, please follow these steps:

1. Complete our Financial Assistance application:

1. Gather two types of income verification (see the form for accepted documents).
2. Email your completed form and documents to [email protected]:

Keeping Your Financial Assistance Aid Current

If we awarded you assistance during the current calendar year, you do not need to reapply for new programs. However, if you have not yet received an award this year, please submit a new application. You can expect a response from one of our associates within approximately 15 business days.