financial assistance fund

 
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Financial Assistance Fund

****UPDATE 8/13/20: We currently only have funds remaining for FOOD expenses. Other requests can be submitted, but we won't be able to support those other areas unless additional funding comes in****

The Summer Search NY Financial Assistance Fund was established to assist Summer Searchers in pursuing their educational and professional goals. We recognize that unexpected or insurmountable expenses often arise. The goal of the Fund is to allow Summer Searchers to persist in their chosen pathway and pursue valuable opportunities regardless of financial constraints. 

**Due to the arrival of COVID-19 (coronavirus) and the circumstances we are all now living in, we know that new and urgent needs are arising for many of you. IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING HARDSHIP DUE TO COVID-19, such as loss of items due to sudden campus closures, lacking what you need for the shift to online learning, a shortage of groceries or supplies, an inability to cover bills or healthcare costs (medicine, doctor appointment), please use this form to submit your request for support.**

We have limited funds and, unfortunately, cannot meet all requests. If we are unable to provide you with financial assistance, we will work with you to pursue other options.

Summer Search accepts requests for financial support towards expenses that fall in one or more of the following categories:

HARDSHIP DUE TO COVID-19

  • Circumstances directly related to the impact of COVID-19

Personal Expenses

  • Rent

  • Utility bills

  • Food

  • Toiletries

  • Transportation 

  • Other urgent and immediate needs

Educational Expenses

  • Tuition gaps and outstanding balances 

  • School fees such as application and test score submissions 

  • Textbooks or school supplies 

  • Support for an alternative post-secondary pathway like a trade, vocation, or certification 

Professional Development Expenses

  • Educational and leadership conferences

  • Service-learning programs 

  • Stipends to supplement an unpaid or low-paid internship 

  • Travel costs related to an internship or job interview 

  • Clothing for an internship or job 

 

Additional Questions?

If you have any questions about eligibility, please contact your post-secondary mentor. All Post-Secondary Summer Searchers who have a need are encouraged to apply.