Pat Tetreault
LGBTQA+ Student Support Fund
Awards of up to $1,000 are made to reimburse students for actual expenses.
Provides funds for LGBTQA+ students and student allies who are experiencing a financial emergency or unanticipated expenses, causing short-term financial hardship that requires immediate attention to keep a student in college.
Questions? Send a message to studentculture@unl.edu
Criteria + Application
Who can apply
Currently enrolled UNL students who meet all of these requirements:
- have a short-term financial hardship.
- have looked into financial aid options.
- Is impacted as a member of the LGBTQA+ community or as a supporter of the LGBTQA+ community (e.g., they have lost some financial support as an ally.)
- has a record of good conduct.
Eligible expenses
Any unanticipated or unusual expenses outside of the typical budget will be considered, up to $1,000.
Each case will be considered on its own merits.
These funds are not intended for tuition or student fees unless an emergency has occurred where one semester of tuition and/or fees need help being payed. These are limited, non-state dollars acquired through donations to the University Foundation specifically for this fund.
Before starting an application, gather and prepare these items:
- Documentation of need. For example, an invoice, bill, or receipt. Payment may be made directly to where the money is owed.
- Latest income tax return (Not required if student has a FAFSA on file).
- Itemized budget for funds being requested (amount, payment to, due date)
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Start an applicationSelection
The Student Support Fund Committee will review the application and make their recommendations.
Final approval requires the signature of the Director of Student Culture & Community.
An applicant may be asked to meet with the committee and/or the director to further assess the merits of the emergency grant request.
This fund is being administered by Student Culture & Community in accordance with applicable University rules and policies.
The University of Nebraska Foundation – in partnership with PFLAG Lincoln and Student Culture & Community – has established a fund designated to address the needs of LGBTQA+ students and allies.