Sunnyside Gardens Park
Our Park
SGCA Subsidized Membership Program
We are delighted to announce the creation of Our Park, a Subsidized Membership Program that will sustain and broaden our community. Our Park is a program that allows people who live within the zones to join the Park at a significantly reduced fee. Members who join through Our Park have the same benefits, responsibilities, and risks as the general Park membership, including volunteer requirements.
Fundraising We are aiming to raise $10,000 towards launching this program and are relying on the generosity of fellow members to offset the costs associated with subsidizing memberships. A donation of any amount will go a long way in allowing us to meet the needs of our community. A donation of $318 will fully cover the cost of one Class II or III (parent with children) family membership and a donation of $50 will cover the cost of one senior Class IV or V membership. Please note, as the Park is not a 501c(3), donations to the Subsidized Membership Fund are unfortunately not tax deductible. But they will really help our community grow and flourish! Please note “Our Park” in the comment section below so that we can allocate your donation to this program. |
Application Applications will be available online and in the Park office in February 2025, and reviewed on a rolling basis (first come, first served). Priority will be given to any current Park members who are eligible and those accepted will be notified around renewals time in April. Applicants who are applying for Park membership for the first time will also be required to complete the Park membership application available here. For questions, please email vp@sunnysidegardenspark.org. |
FAQs
What is Our Park?
What is Our Park? Our Park is a program that allows neighbors who live within zone to join the Park at a reduced fee. Members who join through Our Park have the same benefits, responsibilities, and risks as the general Park membership, including volunteer requirements. Our Park does not include tennis membership.
Who is eligible for Our Park?
This program is available to any person who lives in the current membership zones who is actively enrolled in one or more of the following government assistance programs:
- WIC (Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children)
- SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)
- Section 8 housing
- Medicaid
Current Park members who meet criteria for these government assistance programs but are not actively enrolled, may apply for special consideration by completing an Our Park application and noting extenuating circumstances in the “additional comments” section.
Our Park members who do not complete their volunteer hours will not be eligible to participate in Our Park again.
How many applications will be considered for Our Park?
In 2025, we are offering up to 20 subsidized memberships, with family class II or III available at $50 per family membership and Senior Class IV or V available at $0. There will be no initiation fee.
How can I apply for Our Park?
Applications will be available here and in the Park office beginning February 1, 2025, and reviewed on a rolling basis (first come, first served). Priority will be given to any current Park members who are eligible and those accepted will be notified beginning March 31. Applicants who are applying for Park membership for the first time will also be required to complete the Park membership application available here. If you are interested in receiving information about the program when the applications open, please email vp@sunnysidegardenspark.org. Applicants can provide documentation by email or by dropping off materials in a sealed envelope to the Park office.
I’d like to support this program. How can I help?
Please make a donation! We are looking to raise $10,000 to launch this program. You can support by making a dedicated donation on this page. Unfortunately, at this time, these donations are not tax-deductible.
Help us spread the word! We are looking for volunteers to help us share flyers throughout the neighborhood to promote awareness of this program.
Who will review applications and what documentation is required?
Applications and documentation will be reviewed by a Board committee in the order that they are received. The Vice President will chair this committee. In addition to a completed application, proof of enrollment in a qualifying government program and ID must be submitted via email, online application, or dropped off to the Park office in a sealed envelope.