Financial assistance
At FZY, we feel very strongly that finances should never be a reason for a child to not participate on Israel Tour. We have set up a bursary committee to provide support where there is a real need, and work with UJIA’s bursary committee to ensure that there is assistance in place. There are three routes available for families to apply for, outlined below. Alternatively, you can find more information on UJIA’s website.
available options
Hardship Funding
Applicants will be entitled to apply for this funding if the parents/guardians that the participant is living with are receiving means-tested benefits such as Child Tax Credit, Working Tax Credit, Universal Credit, Housing Benefit, Free School Meals.
Exceptional Circumstances
If not eligible for Hardship Funding, applicants may apply for financial assistance under this category. Gross total household income must not exceed £85,000.
Interest Free Loan from UJIA
Applicants are entitled to apply for up to 60% of the cost of tour. Decisions will be based on affordability, and loans may not be awarded for the full amount requested.
Process
STEp 1
Tick the box on the initial application form to indicate that you are interested in applying for financial assistance. This will result in the office sending you the form shortly afterwards.
STEp 2
You will need to fill out the form providing information about household financial circumstance. Documentation will be requested to assess your application fairly and confidentially.
STEp 3
Within the form, you will confirm your family contribution — the amount you are able to pay towards the programme before awards are given — and select the type of financial assistance you are applying for.
STEp 4
We will contact you regarding payment of your family contribution, which is due by the standard payment deadline in April. Meanwhile, your application will be reviewed by the bursary committee.
STEp 5
Once your application has been assessed, the FZY team will confirm the financial assistance awarded. Where necessary, a payment plan can then be arranged for any remaining balance.
The FZY team will be here to support you along each step of the way, and we can assure you that confidentiality and respect will be maintained to the utmost level at each step. We do request that you are familiar with the process to avoid confusion, and are here to help if you need any further information.
Instalment plans
If you do not want to apply for any of these options but cannot pay the full amount at once, we can offer to set up an instalment plan. This will work much like any subscription- we will set a certain date each month for the agreed upon sum to be debited from your account. The full sum will still be due by April, which is the same date as the general deadline. Please be in touch with libi@fzy.org.uk to set this up.