Clay County 2026 Athletic Association Application

The Clay County Department of Parks and Recreation is seeking qualified athletic associations to partner with the County in delivering recreational and competitive sports programming. The selected organizations will be expected to collaborate with the County to ensure proper use of facilities, adherence to County policies and standards, and delivery of programs that serve the Community. The application package requires various documents, including a current list of Board Members, Directors, and Officers, Articles of Incorporation, Bylaws, and Certificate of Insurance. The proposals will be evaluated based on criteria such as Organizational Capacity & Experience, Program Offerings & Quality, Community Reach & Participation, Youth Development & Outcomes, Access, Equity & Affordability, Staffing, Volunteers & Leadership Development, Governance, Compliance & Policies, and Strategic Vision & Growth. • The application deadline is May 4, 2026, 4:00 pm. • The County reserves the right to request clarification or additional documentation during the evaluation process. • The evaluation criteria include organizational capacity, program offerings, community reach, youth development, access, equity, and affordability, staffing, governance, and strategic vision. • The application package requires a notarized affidavit confirming compliance with background screening and disqualification requirements. • The County encourages qualified athletic associations to submit proposals to partner in delivering recreational and competitive sports programming.