What is our doula scholarship + sliding scale?
We’ve been able to offer partial + full scholarships, as well as a sliding scale, to clients since 2020. The scholarship + sliding scale were made possible through a very generous donation from one of our past clients. After we supported them for their birth and postpartum time, they shared that they would like to gift doula services to other families who might want a doula, but couldn’t afford one. Here are a few words from the family who made this donation:
“We created this birth scholarship because we deeply value the services Heart Tones Birth provides. Throughout the entire process of pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum, we felt incredibly supported emotionally, physically, mentally, and spiritually. The Heart Tones doulas’ unique life experiences and talents have prepared them perfectly for doula work and we feel so fortunate to have connected with them, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. With our families far away, our doulas became our surrogate family, providing the necessary care we wish all new parents, especially birthing parents, could have. That is why we decided to create this scholarship—we want as many people to experience the transformative care that Heart Tones Birth Services provides, regardless of socioeconomic status.”
Who is eligible for the scholarship or sliding scale?
The scholarship is available to anyone who is planning to give birth in Salt Lake County, and who has a financial barrier to being able to afford a doula. We have an application that helps us to understand more about you and your current financial need. We prioritize giving scholarship funds to birthing people who are part of a demographic that is marginalized within our healthcare system and often receives a lower quality of care due to systemic racism, ableism, homophobia, transphobia, fatphobia, classism, etc.
As for our sliding scale, we offer this to clients who are BIPOC, LGBTQ+, single parents, active-duty military, or families who have gone through IVF.
How do I apply for a scholarship or sliding scale?
If you’re interested in applying for a partial or full doula scholarship, click here and fill out the application. We will be in touch within a few days of receiving your application. If you are interested in our sliding scale, simply mention this to Beth during your initial consultation and she can discuss it with you and determine how much we would be able to discount your services.
