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Seasonal fees and quitting

All junior players of the club play in the basketball association's league matches in uniforms assigned and owned by the club, which can be used against a uniform deposit. Uniform deposit: €90 is charged on the player's first season fee invoice, it is invoiced to all junior players (excluding those born in 2019–2020). The uniform deposit is paid only once and is returned to the player against a usable uniform. The uniform deposit is credited to the player's open account when he/she retires. The uniforms are the property of the Helsinki NMKY and the player will receive a uniform of the appropriate size for his/her use if necessary. The uniforms are only used in HNMKY match events.

BILLING SCHEDULES AND PRACTICES

The 2026 association membership fee will be confirmed at the association's 2025 autumn meeting. The membership fee for the current calendar year will be invoiced to all new enthusiasts with the first invoice and from then on the following year's membership fee is always due on February 1st. When starting in January-June, the full membership fee will be invoiced, when starting in July-December, half of the membership fee will be invoiced. (The 2025 membership fee is €50). The membership fee cannot be paid with fitness vouchers. If a player in the U13-U19 (2007–2013) age groups trains in the 1st group, the player must pay the season fee according to the 1st training group.

DEDUCTIBLE PERIOD

  • When terminating, the deductible period is the current and the next season fee installment.
  • If a player is injured or falls ill so that his training is prevented for at least two months, a deductible period will apply (as above when terminating). The player has the option to apply for a reduction in the activity fee after the deductible period for a period corresponding to the training break.
  • If the player's training is interrupted for another reason, for more than two months, a deductible period will apply (as above when terminating). The player has the option to apply for a reduction in the activity fee after the deductible period.

  • Exception: Players participating in the national team camp (not All-Stars activities) throughout the summer of 2025 will be granted a 75% discount on the August installment. In this case, please contact the club coordinator: pipsa.aaltonen@hnmky.fi

     

  • It is recommended to use e-invoices. Instructions: https://help.myclub.fi/member/invoicing/e-invoice
  • Paper invoice surcharge 10 euros/invoice
  • A player's termination must always be reported to the basketball office via the online form available at www.hnmky.fi/urheilu/koripallo/koristoiminta/lopettaminen.
  • If a player has unpaid invoices for two months, the club may place the player on a training ban. If necessary, a payment plan can be agreed with the club. Contact urheilu.laskutus@hnmky.fi for payment plans.

*It is also possible for the team to choose one less weekly training session, in which case the season fee for the entire season is 155 euros less for the entire season. The discount is season-specific. In this case, please contact the club coordinator: pipsa.aaltonen@hnmky.fi. The reduced price will be effective from the time of notification onwards, the reduction in the number of training sessions cannot be taken into account retroactively.

** It is also possible for the team to choose one less weekly training session, in which case the season fee is 265 euros less for the entire season. The discount is season-specific. In this case, please contact the club coordinator: pipsa.aaltonen@hnmky.fi. The reduced price will be effective from the time of notification onwards, the reduction in the number of training sessions cannot be taken into account retroactively.

SEASON FEE CONTENT

SEASON FEE INCLUDES

  • coaching
  • league activities organized by the Basketball Association, in accordance with the club's policy
  • conditions for sports training, in accordance with the club's policy
  • league and referee fees for competitive activities organized by the Finnish Basketball Association
  • club product
  • uniform, in accordance with the club's policy
  • free club transfer for those who join the activities
  • club events
  • benefits according to cooperation agreements
  • HNMKY's morning training opportunity
  • free throwing shifts FEES NOT INCLUDED
  • license and insurance
  • team-specific additional training or game shifts
  • team-specific camps, tournaments (e.g. U15 Robert Petersen Cup and Finnish Championship qualifying tournaments) and other events
  • possible additional costs incurred from matches (bus and official fees)
  • club membership fee

ASSISTANCE FOR SEASON FEES AND APPLICATION PROCESS 

If you are facing difficulties with payments, please contact Sports Billing in advance at urheilu.laskutus@hnmky.fi or carefully complete the financial support application form. Below, you will find various types of support and organizations that offer assistance for activity fees. 

 

SIBLING DISCOUNTS 

If two or more children from the same family participate in the regular sports activities of Helsingin NMKY, it is possible to apply for a sibling discount.

The sibling discount applies starting from the second child and equals the amount of the final installment of the season fee per child. The eldest child’s season fee is always charged in full (100%). The sibling discount is only available for those who participate for the entire season and must be applied for by email at: urheilu.laskutus@hnmky.fi

Discounts cannot be combined. 

 

FINANCIAL COMPENSATION FOR EXTENDED ABSENCES 

If a participant is unable to attend activities for more than two months due to injury or illness, please see the above co-payment period. In case of injury or illness, please send a doctor’s note or written statement to urheilu.laskutus@hnmky.fi. 

 

WHERE TO FIND SUPPORT FOR ACTIVITY FEES? 

If a family is struggling with activity fees, assistance is available. 

 

Direct Financial Support / Hanno Möttölä Fund 

The Hanno Möttölä Fund of Helsinki NMKY annually provides support based on social criteria and offers scholarships and grants for talent-based needs in children’s and youth activities. The purpose of the Hanno Möttölä Fund is to support young athletes and provide them access to sports. 

Financial support applications must be submitted separately for each season as follows: 

  • The applicant fills out the financial support application form and attaches the required documentation*. The application form is available on the HNMKY website: https://www.hnmky.fi/koripallo/tuen-hakeminen 
  • Applications should be submitted proactively. 
  • Applications can be made year-round and for shorter periods than a full season or half-season. 

*Applicants should be prepared to explore options for financial support from the City of Helsinki’s Social Services to cover sports activity expenses for the person seeking support. 

Eligibility Criteria: 

  • Support can only be applied for one season at a time, and the grant amounts are based on demonstrated need, the number of applications, and the available financial resources, which may vary annually by participant. 
  • Available resources support households with limited financial means or other economic challenges. 
  • The primary goal is to provide all interested in Helsinki NMKY sports with financial support to enable participation. 

Additionally: 

  • If misuse of the support or false information is discovered after approval, the club reserves the right to revoke the granted support and recover the assistance provided. 
  • The club reserves the right to modify its support granting practices. 
  • Direct financial support provided by HNMKY is granted through the Hanno Möttölä Fund. 

 

We Deliver Fund 

Established by the Finnish Basketball Association and PostNord, the We Deliver Fund provides grants to cover the costs associated with basketball participation. 

Support can be applied for seasonal club fees, new basketball equipment, tournament travel, and training camp expenses. Applications are accepted twice a year in August-September and January-February. More information: https://www.basket.fi/basket/korisperhe/we-deliver-rahasto/ 

 

Hope ry 

Hope ry supports children (ages 0-17) in trying new activities or continuing existing hobbies. More information: https://hopeyhdistys.fi/tarvitsen-apua/ 

 

Valio Akatemia 

The Valio Akatemia® program promotes the sports and well-being of children and youth. Grants are available for all under 18 who participate in or are interested in sports across Finland. Applications are open once a year. More information: https://www.valio.fi/valioakatemia/ 

 

Tukikummit 

Tukikummit provides support for hobby expenses, educational support, family experiences, travel expenses, and single-parent families. Grants are one-time and family-specific. Finnish citizenship or religious affiliation is not required to apply or receive assistance. More information: https://tukikummit.fi/hae-avustusta/ 

 

Pelastakaa lapset 

Save the Children provides hobby support to children and youth under 18 whose hobbies are at risk due to the family’s financial situation. Support is available for guided and regular hobbies, equipment purchases, activity fees, and reasonable additional costs like camp fees or other necessary expenses for starting or continuing a hobby. Application: https://www.pelastakaalapset.fi/hae-tukea/harrastustuki/

 

QUITTING

When you register for HNMKY's basketball activities (registration is usually done only once, not at the beginning of each season), you agree to pay HNMKY's season fee until you fill out the termination notice.

 

Deductible period

  • When you have notified your termination, the notice period is always a full calendar month, meaning we will still charge the following month's activity fee, during which the player can attend training.
  • If a player is injured or falls ill so that his training is prevented for at least two months, a deductible period will apply (as above when terminating). The player has the option to apply for a reduction in the activity fee after the deductible period for the period corresponding to the training break.
  • If the player's training is interrupted for another reason, for more than two months, a deductible period will apply (as above when terminating). The player has the option to apply for a reduction in the activity fee after the deductible period.
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