Maryland United FC’s mission is to develop highly committed soccer players in an inclusive environment who are a proud representation of the club at the state, regional and national competitive platforms. Additionally, with our holistic approach to coaching we aim to develop well-rounded individuals who are active and productive members of the community.
As a part of this mission, the Financial Assistance Program (FAP) exists to try to ensure that players from financially challenged families and/or at risk players are not prevented from playing soccer for Maryland United FC due to financial reasons.
Applications for the 2025-2026 are currently being accepted. The FAP generally operates on a “needs based” model, based on family income, number of family members, potential number of players requesting financial assistance and available funds. Information from the application and the amount of assistance a player receives will only be available to the FAP committee. Your privacy will be carefully protected. Applicants will be reviewed on a rolling basis and you will receive notification within 2-10 days upon receipt of your application. For questions or issues on the application, please contact Jennifer Pagliaro (email).
ELIGIBILITY
In order to be eligible, the player must meet the following criteria:
- Provide a copy of your 2024 Federal Income Tax return (Form 1040), if not filed, 2024 W-2/1099s and 2023 Federal Income Tax return, as verification of income and number of family members (please blackout SS#).
- Provide a copy of free or reduced lunch documentation (if applicable).
- Any other documentation verifying financial hardship (if applicable).
- Recipients agree to volunteer at Club events as needed: 10 hour minimum.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Please read and complete all requested documents on the application to be certain you meet all the qualifications and supply the necessary information.
Please be aware that financial assistance forms are processed in the order they are received and awarded on a rolling basis. The Club does run out of financial assistance funds and may not be able to provide assistance to everyone who apply even if criteria for assistance is met. Therefore, families are encouraged to apply quickly and to provide ALL requested documentation with urgency. The number of players receiving assistance and the amount of the assistance given will vary depending on the funds available each year. Funds for financial aid are donated to the club by contributions from families and local businesses and are also raised by fundraisers and tournaments.
Families that experience a mid-season change in financial circumstances (medical emergency, loss of job, divorce, etc.), or whose players are added to rosters late in the season for whatever reason, may notify the Club and complete the financial assistance application at the time of their change in circumstances, as funds could possibly still remain available after the initial application round.
Please note that financial assistance awards are given but no family receives a 100% financial award. Many families will receive a specific dollar amount based on a percentage of their total fees (E.g., 10%, 20%, 30%, 50%).
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE APPLICATION (click here)
- Please complete the application in full.
- Applications will be reviewed by the Financial Assistance Program committee. All Information will be kept confidential.
- Notification of assistance will be decided within 2-10 days upon receipt of the application.
NOTES
- Be sure to include applicable issues in your written explanation submitted with your application.
- You are responsible for paying for all club and team fees, uniform and travel expenses, that are not covered by the financial assistance awarded.
- If you have outstanding fees from the previous year’s fees this application will not be considered unless the fees are paid in full.
SUBMIT
We will automatically receive your application. Please upload all supporting documentation including verification forms in the application form.
QUESTIONS
Contact Jen Pagliaro Jen.Pagliaro@mdunitedfc.org
