Making a Splash: Scholarship Opportunities

The Courtney Shupe Scholarship Program

This special scholarship was created to honor Courtney Shupe’s love for the water by giving local children the same opportunity to enjoy the Kirkwood Aquatic Center. Through swim lessons and access to public swimming, the program helps kids build confidence, stay active, and learn to love the water—just like Courtney did.

The PARC Program

The PARC (Parks and Recreation Contributions) Program helps ensure that financial limitations don’t prevent individuals and families from participating in valuable parks and recreation activities. This program provides reduced-cost access to a wide range of classes, programs, and events for those who qualify.

Share the Opportunity

We encourage community members, organizations, and groups to spread the word about these valuable programs to anyone who may benefit.

📄 PARC/Shupe Application
📄 PARC/Shupe Brochure
📧 Submit applications and required documents via email to: Stongess@kirkwoodmo.org

Help Kirkwood Kids Learn to Swim

You can make a difference! Donations to the Courtney Shupe Scholarship Fund help provide swim lessons and aquatic access to kids in need.

To donate, mail a check to:
Kirkwood Community Center
Attn: Shupe Scholarship
111 S. Geyer Rd.
Kirkwood, MO 63122

For questions or more information, please email Stongess@kirkwoodmo.org.