FINANCIAL HARDSHIP POLICY

Updated July 2024

Support and Inclusion are key pillars of our Club Values. Working to uphold these Values drives our Committee, Coaches and Team Managers to provide support to all RWPC players.

We know there are periods in our lives when participating in the activities we love are sometimes compromised due to personal affordability. 

How does the Club support players? 

In the spirit of our Values of Support and Inclusion, we can offer to assist players afford their club fee’s via three options (all of which are at the discretion of the Club President) 

  • Fees can be paid via monthly instalments;

  • Playing fees offset for paid coaches and some other non-volunteer work for the Club;

  • Playing fees can be discounted (either in full, or in part) in cases where there is a demonstrated affordability concern.

How do I know if I will be considered?

All players are important to our Club, however only a very small number of members can receive financial support. Where financial support is provided, we ask that the recipient commit to investing an agreed amount of time to help our Club. This time could include attending training sessions with junior players, and coaching / assisting a team or working at club fund raising events.

How do I apply for special consideration?

Please email pres@richmondwaterpolo.com.au with your name, contact details, team and the level of financial support you are seeking. Your application is confidential and will generally only be discussed between the President and Treasurer (in some circumstances, they may need to consult senior coaches).

Please include some key reasons for your request for special consideration and willingness to support our Club, such as:

  • Work status: full time, part time, casual, or studying.

  • Your proposed support: discounted fee’s, coaching in lieu of fee’s, instalment plan.

What happens next ?

The President or Treasurer will contact you to ask for any additional information we need before making a decision. As a Not For Profit Club we need to be able to balance our financial position whilst supporting players where feasible. If your request is not successful, you may discuss this matter with our Member Protection Officer.