Le Moyne HOPES Emergency Funding Application

The HOPES Emergency Fund is committed to supporting students as they navigate unexpected challenges that may impact their academic progress and overall well-being. Grounded in a whole person approach, funding is intended to help stabilize essential needs such as housing, food, transportation and safety.

Students whose circumstances extend beyond an initial award are encouraged to reapply or to connect directly with the HOPES team to discuss their situation. We recognize that financial hardships are often complex and evolving, and we are here to partner with you in identifying appropriate supports.

All applications are reviewed by a confidential team of Le Moyne College professionals committed to a fair, thoughtful, and student-centered process. Information shared in your application will be treated with care and will only be accessible to the review team. Careful consideration is given to ensuring the equitable and sustainable use of limited funding resources

Our goal is to ensure that students feel supported, respected, and empowered as they continue their journey in healthcare training.

Please note: Scholarship awards or emergency funding may be considered taxable income under federal and state guidelines. Because individual circumstances vary, we recommend consulting a tax professional for personalized guidance.

First Name

Last Name

Birthdate

Email (@lemoyne.edu)

Phone Number (Mobile)

Student ID Number

Which of the programs below are you enrolled in? *Please note, this fund is only available for these degree programs*

M.S. Clinical Mental Health Counseling

M.S. Family Nurse Practitioner

M.S. Occupational Therapy

M.S. Physician Assistant Studies

Are you currently working for pay?

Please describe the type of need for which you are requesting support.

***This fund is only available to graduate students ***
If you are an undergraduate student seeking financial assistance, please refer to the Jesuit Fund

Please note: This fund is designed to help you persist through momentary unexpected struggle. If your difficult situation persists, please reach out to the HOPES Team to establish a long term plan.

Due to high demand and limited funding each year, we have instituted a $750.00 maximum award amount for each applicationand an overall limit of $1,500.00 per studentthroughout your studies.

This fund is only one of many support systems on campus! For example, if you are seeking nutrition/food assistance, please connect with Grace Thomas (thomasgk@lemoyne.edu), the liaison for The Campus Cupboard and local food resources to establish a sustainable plan. Read more HERE about the Grace Center and the Campus Cupboard

This is a guide for your reference. You are not expected to share more than you are comfortable with—only what feels necessary to explain your request.

Emergency Needs: housing insecurity, urgent medical procedures, essential utilities, etc.
Immediate, unexpected situations that require urgent support to prevent significant harm or interruption to your ability to continue your studies.

Emergent Needs: car repairs, short term living expenses, academic expenses, etc.
Unanticipated challenges that are not immediately life-threatening but, if left unaddressed, could quickly escalate and impact your academic progress or well-being.

Select your type of need below:

Please select the relevant needs you are seeking support for (check all that apply):

Please provide an estimate of the expenses you plan to use this emergency funding for:

For example:
$300 for unanticipated medical expenses related to higher co-pay for prescriptions
$220 for unanticipated transportation expenses, flat tire while on clinical rotations

Please use the responses below to share why this support is needed at this time, along with any relevant background or context that will help us understand your situation.

What expense or need are you requesting support for?

Please explain:

Why is this support needed at this time? Please briefly describe the circumstances or situation that led to this expense.

What is the total dollar amount you are requesting?

Optional: Is there anything else you would like the committee to know as they consider your application This may include context not captured above or information you believe would be helpful in understanding your request?

This form is not a guarantee of funding or acceptance to the HOPES Program at Le Moyne College. Upon submission, your application above will be reviewed by our emergency fund board. We will be in touch with a decision as soon as possible.

Please note that this funding is made possible by a New York State grant. Reporting procedures may change in the future, and we ask that any recipient of emergency funding keep careful financial records in the event that further documentation is required. This involves saving invoices and receipts for goods/services purchased with the emergency funds.

Please acknowledge:

By accepting this funding, you agree to the release of any necessary demographic and academic related information to the HOPES team and New York State.

Please acknowledge:

I verify that I am a registered graduate student currently at Le Moyne and that all the information in this form is truthful. I have read the important information at the top of this form.