1199SEIU Approved Provider

1199SEIU Cultural Arts Stipend Approved Provider

Get Up To $1,200 Reimbursement for STEM Education

Future Sphere Education is an approved provider for the 1199SEIU Cultural Arts Stipend Program. Eligible union members can receive up to $1,200 per year in reimbursement for their children's STEM education programs.

What is the Cultural Arts Stipend Program?

The 1199SEIU Cultural Arts Stipend Program provides up to $1,200 annual reimbursement for eligible children (ages 5-17) of union members. Future Sphere Education is an approved provider, meaning your child's coding, robotics, math, and physics classes qualify for full or partial reimbursement.

Why We Qualify (Trust Signals)

Established STEM education provider

Tax ID registered and verified

Published course descriptions

Complete fee schedules available

Age-appropriate programs

Programs for children ages 5-17

2024 & 2025 State Champions

New York State VEX Robotics Champions

Multiple NYC locations

Serving families across Flushing, Brooklyn, and Long Island

Eligible Programs

Program	Ages	Locations	Reimbursement Eligible
Python Programming	8-18	All	Yes
VEX Robotics	8-18	All	Yes
Competitive Programming (USACO)	10-18	All	Yes
Mathematics Enrichment	6-18	All	Yes
Physics	12-18	All	Yes

How to Get Reimbursed (Step-by-Step)

Confirm Your Eligibility

•Are you a 1199SEIU union member?
•Is your child between ages 5-17?

Enroll at Future Sphere

Choose any of our STEM programs and complete registration at any of our 3 locations.

Request Documentation

We'll provide you with all required documentation:

Receipt with our Tax ID
Course description
Fee schedule
Proof of enrollment

Submit to 1199SEIU

Contact the 1199SEIU Child Care Fund to submit your reimbursement request:

Phone: (212) 564-2220

Email: ChildCare@1199Funds.org

Get reimbursed up to $1,200/year

Frequently Asked Questions

How much can I get reimbursed?

Eligible 1199SEIU union members can receive up to $1,200 per year per child (ages 5-17) for approved educational programs.

Which programs are eligible?

All of our STEM programs including Python Programming, VEX Robotics, Competitive Programming (USACO), Mathematics Enrichment, and Physics are eligible for reimbursement through the 1199SEIU Cultural Arts Stipend Program.

Can I use this for online classes?

Yes, our online programs are also eligible for reimbursement. Please check with 1199SEIU for specific requirements regarding online course documentation.

How long does reimbursement take?

Processing times vary, but typically range from 4-8 weeks after submission. Contact 1199SEIU Child Care Fund at (212) 564-2220 for current processing times.

Can I combine with other programs?

The $1,200 annual limit applies per child across all eligible programs. You can use it for multiple programs throughout the year, up to the annual maximum.

1199SEIU Benefits Accepted at All Locations

Flushing, Queens

3X 3626 Main Street, Flushing, NY 11354

As an approved Cultural Arts Stipend provider, eligible union families can receive up to $1,200/year reimbursement for programs at our Flushing location.

Brooklyn

4F 876 60th Street, Brooklyn, NY

As an approved Cultural Arts Stipend provider, eligible union families can receive up to $1,200/year reimbursement for programs at our Brooklyn location.

Long Island

23 Willis Ave, Syosset, NY 11791

As an approved Cultural Arts Stipend provider, eligible union families can receive up to $1,200/year reimbursement for programs at our Long Island location.