Brody Keeper Memorial Scholarship Fund – Nondiscrimination Policy

1. Purpose
The Brody Keeper Memorial Scholarship Fund (the “Fund”) is a charitable program organized and operated exclusively for educational and charitable purposes within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. The Fund honors the memory of Brody Keeper by supporting the development of youth soccer goalkeepers through training and equipment assistance.

2. Statement of Nondiscrimination
The Fund does not discriminate in the provision of benefits, services, or opportunities on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

All eligible participants will be considered and supported in a manner consistent with this policy and the Fund’s charitable purpose.

3. Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility for support from the Fund is limited to individuals who meet all of the following objective, program-related criteria:

• Are current players in good standing with the Willoughby Soccer Club
• Aspire to play, train, or develop as a soccer goalkeeper

These criteria are directly related to the memorial and charitable purpose of the Fund and are applied uniformly to all applicants or participants.

4. Scope of Support
At the start of each soccer season, the Fund may provide eligible players with:

• Goalie-specific training opportunities, clinics, or instruction
• Goalie-related equipment necessary for safe and effective participation

The type, amount, and availability of training and equipment are determined based on program guidelines, available resources, and the Fund’s charitable objectives, and not on any protected characteristic.

5. Selection and Allocation Process
When demand exceeds available resources:

• Support will be allocated using pre-established, written, and objective criteria consistent with the Fund’s purpose.
• Decisions will be made without regard to any protected characteristic listed in Section 2.
• All similarly situated eligible players will be treated equitably.

6. Reasonable Accommodations
The Fund will make reasonable accommodations for participants with disabilities, upon request and as required by law, to ensure equal access to training opportunities and equipment provided through the program.

7. Conflict of Interest
No benefits shall be awarded based on personal, familial, or business relationships. Any individual involved in administering or allocating Fund resources must disclose actual or potential conflicts of interest and recuse themselves from related decisions.

8. Compliance and Oversight
The Fund shall:

• Maintain records sufficient to demonstrate compliance with this policy and applicable IRS and legal requirements
• Periodically review program criteria and procedures to ensure continued nondiscriminatory operation
• Promptly address any complaints or concerns related to discrimination or unequal treatment

9. Policy Administration
This policy applies to all activities of the Brody Keeper Memorial Scholarship Fund related to eligibility determination, training support, equipment distribution, and program administration. The Fund’s governing body, or its designee, is responsible for the interpretation, implementation, and enforcement of this policy.

10. Amendments
This policy may be amended by the governing body of the Fund at any time, provided that any amendment remains consistent with the Fund’s memorial purpose, charitable mission, and applicable law.