Emergency Funding

The purpose of the Emergency Fund Request is to provide immediate support for students needing emergency assistance with expenses, such as food, housing, transportation, and educational needs. This funding cannot be used towards tuition. For 2023-2024, students can only be awarded up to $1000^* per academic year through Student Financial Services. Applicants will be considered for SFS emergency funding, but also referred to additional support as needed. Students will be considered first for funding through Student Financial Services Emergency Assistance Grant, but students who are not eligible for assistance through SFS or students who may need additional support can also be referred to other sources for consideration of funding. We are no longer reviewing Emergency funding requests for fall 2023 term. However, if you are enrolled in winter session we can process your request at this time. Review for spring term will begin January 8th.

^*Some exceptions may apply.

When determining eligibility, the following will be considered:

• Does the student have a FAFSA/WASFA on file?
• Has the student utilized all available student loans?
• Does the student have unmet need?
• Is the student meeting Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP)?
• Does the student have an EFC of $15,000 or less?
• Is the student currently enrolled in at least 3 credits

Emergency Funding Request Form

Do you or someone you know need additional support?

The Student Care Network can help when you have a concern about a student’s well-being, behavior, academic performance, or access to financial, food, or housing assistance. Student Care Network

Have your financial circumstances changed?

If the FAFSA or WASFA does not accurately reflect your and/or your family’s current financial situation or budget expenses, a special circumstance appeal may apply to you. Special Circumstances Appeal

Have you incurred unexpected expenses?

If unexpected expenses have occurred during the academic year that were not accounted for in your aid package, you may fill out a revision request form. Revision Request Form

Do you need access to reliable internet or a laptop?

Information Technology Services is offering Chromebooks to students who do not have personal access to the internet and/or a computer. However, inventory is very limited and only available for Pullman undergraduate students. Loaner Laptop Form

Additional Campus Based Support Options

COUGS FEEDING COUGS

studentaffairs.wsu.edu/cougs-feeding-cougs/ If you are a WSU student concerned about where you will get your next meal, Cougs Feeding Cougs will provide funds to eligible students that can be used anonymously in WSU Dining Services locations. There are a few details students should read to learn more about the program.

WSU TRIO FOOD PANTRY

aea.wsu.edu/trio-sss-food-pantry/ The TRIO Student Support Services Program Food Pantry is a resource open to WSU students in need of emergency food and/or hygiene products. The Food Pantry is open Monday through Friday, between 8am and 5pm.

WSU TRIO PROFESSIONAL CLOTHING BANK

sssp.wsu.edu/about-trio-sss/ The TRiO SSS Professional Clothing Bank is a resource open to WSU students in need of professional attire to wear to interviews, class presentations, internships, etc. Students interested in this resource can check in at the Lighty 260 front desk, M-F 8am – 5pm for assistance.

WOMEN’S RESOURCE CENTER FOOD PANTRY

women.wsu.edu/programs-and-services/food-pantry/ Not only does the Women’s Resource Center provide gently used clothing for children and feminine hygiene products, but we also have a small food pantry located in Rosario’s Place! The food pantry is open weekdays, 8am-5pm and is located in Wilson-Short Hall, Rm. 1A*. For assistance, students can contact the Women’s Resource Center at (509) 335-6849- we are located right across the hall from the food pantry.