Have you been impacted by the fires?
Yuba College is here to assist students and employees who have been impacted by the nearby fires. To be considered, you must submit an application and related documentation (i.e. receipts, invoices) to the Office of the President. A committee will review the application and determine the funding amount. if approved, you will be notified of the amount and the money will be distributed through the Office of the President in collaboration with the Foundation Office. Allow five business days for check requests to be processed.
Foundation Board Policy and Administrative Procedure for Student Emergency Relief Funds
Student Emergency Relief Funds
Student Emergency Relief Funds provide limited financial assistance to students currently enrolled at Woodland Community College or Yuba College and who are unable to meet immediate, essential expenses because of temporary hardship related to an unexpected situation.
The fund is designated to off-set a short-term financial need and is not intended to replace or supplement financial aid. Therefore, long term needs can be addressed by meeting with Student Outreach Staff to determine available options. Funds are awarded as a grant, and unlike a loan, do not need to be repaid. Funds may count as income and may be subject to federal and/or state taxes.
Student Emergency Relief Funds
The Student Emergency Relief Fund is overseen by the Office of the Vice President at each College.
The primary use of the fund is to meet direct educational expenses not covered by Financial Aid or other grants and programs.
The secondary use of the fund is to meet unforeseeable living expenses incurred due to an unexpected situation that could prevent the student from continuing their education.
Award amounts are based upon fund availability but will not exceed $500 per student in an academic year. Funds may count as income and may be subject to federal and/or state taxes.
Types of Expenses That May Be Covered
The following includes typical expenses that may be covered by this fund. This list is not exhaustive:
- Replacement of essential educational belongings (i.e. textbooks, athletic gear, etc.) due to fire, flood, theft, or natural disaster
- Emergency or temporary housing assistance
- Assistance with rent or utilities due to an emergency situation
- Safety-related needs (i.e. changing a lock)
- Other emergency situations that will impact a student’s ability to fully participate in their academic career at Woodland Community College or Yuba College.
Types of Expenses That Are Not Covered
The following includes examples of items that will NOT be covered by this fund. This list is not exhaustive:
- Penalties, fines, tickets, legal fees, or jail bonds
- Normal and anticipated academic expenses (tuition, fees, health insurance, books, rent)
- Non-essential utilities, household or furniture costs
- Costs for entertainment, recreation, or travel
- Replacement of non-essential personal items due to fire, flood, theft or natural disaster
Eligibility Guidelines (All of the following must apply)
- Applicant must be a currently enrolled student at Woodland Community College or Yuba College.
- Applicant must have financial hardship resulting from an emergency, accident, or other critical incident.
- Other possible resources have been considered and are either unavailable or insufficient.
- Priority will be given to students who have not applied for this fund within the past year.
Documentation Guidelines
Applicant must be able to provide appropriate documentation to verify the circumstances for the funding request. The application is considered incomplete without the appropriate documentation. Examples of documentation include, but are not limited to:
- Essential utility bills
- Receipts or invoices pertaining to covered expenses listed above
Things To Note Regarding The Fund
- Part of the goal is to educate students on the best option for support. If the fund will not meet the students’ needs, more information can be provided which could involve different offices (i.e. Financial Aid, Student Outreach, etc.)
- Requests may not be fully funded. Long term needs will be directed to Financial Aid for further funding options. (Note: Financial Aid options could include self-help aid such as loans or work study.)
- Receiving this grant could affect the student’s financial aid package. If the student’s financial aid package will be impacted by the grant the student will be notified via email prior to awarding so that they are able to make an informed decision.
Application Process
Students must submit an application and related documentation (i.e. receipts, invoices) to the Office of the Vice President. A committee will review the application and determine the funding amount. If approved, students will be notified of the amount and the money will be distributed through the Financial Aid Office in collaboration with the Foundation Office. Allow five business days for check requests to be processed.
Giving To The Fund
The number of students who can be served by the fund is subject to available resources. The fund must be sustained by contributions from alumni, parents, faculty, staff and friends of Yuba Community College District.
Available Resources
The 211 number is used to connect people with appropriate community-based organizations and government agencies especially during a time of emergency.
Red Cross provides the following emergency services during a disaster:
- Temporary Shelter/Housing
- Mental Health Assistance
- Financial Assistance
- Health Services
Call: 1-866-272-2237
FEMA provides support during Federal Emergencies. This support includes grants, Disaster Recovery Centers, and lists of additional local resources.
https://disasterassistance.gov
The FEMA Helpline is 1-800-621-3362/ TTY (800) 462-7585
Disasters are upsetting experiences for everyone involved. There is support available 24/7 to assist you.
Disaster Distress Helpline at 1-800-985-5990 or text “TalkWithUs” to 66746.
About the Emergency Support Request Application
Students and employees may access the Emergency Support Request Application by clicking the application link. You will use the Single Sign-On Portal to log in using your Colleague ID and password to begin filling it out. The application requests identifying information in addition to the following questions:
- In which county do you reside?
- How have you been impacted by the fires?
- How can Yuba College support you during these times?
- Describe your current financial hardship
- Should the application be approved, to which service provider would the payment be dispersed?
- Service providers include, but are not limited to, the following: utility company, rental agency, Follett bookstore, etc.
Students are eligible for a maximum of $500 per year.
While not required, students and employees will have the opportunity to contribute to campus life events or other college activities to help give back to the campus. Yuba College may reach out regarding opportunities, or you may email Campus Life at yccampuslife@yccd.edu.
The Emergency Fund Process
Within one working day after approval by the President, the applicant will be contacted (phone and/or email) by the Office of the President. The Office of the President will disperse the funds directly to the service provider on behalf of the applicant, when appropriate.
Questions may be emailed to yccampuslife@yccd.edu.
Donate to the Yuba Emergency Fund
Students, faculty and staff are being impacted by the current heat and wildfires throughout the area. Whether it is a loss of power, being evacuated due to a fire, or the bad air quality, people may have unplanned needs. Through the Emergency Funds of both Yuba College, we can help meet those needs. To make a direct gift to support the emergency fund just click on the link below or scan the QR code:
https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=RU5ZXUAXH6P8C&source=url
