FINANCIAL CHALLENGE RESOURCES

Unexpected expenses can make it difficult to stay focused on school. Financial support may be available to eligible students who are currently enrolled and attending classes at Fox Valley Technical College.
These funds have specific eligibility requirements and cannot be used for education expenses, including tuition, books, or supplies.

Complete the simple application below to get the process started.


Submit Financial Grant Application

Grant Criteria

Please see below for further criteria for the Emergency Financial Support and Seeds of Hope Fund grants.

Seeds of Hope Fund

Seeds of Hope provides one-time emergency assistance to eligible FVTC students experiencing a financial hardship that may jeopardize their ability to continue their education. Funded entirely through donor contributions, the grant helps alleviate immediate financial barriers so students can stay on track toward completing their degree or program.

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Eligibility Criteria
  • Must be an actively enrolled student in an eligible program of study
  • Must submit part one of the Financial Challenges Application, meet with a Student Resource Navigator, and provide all Seeds of Hope-specific application data.
Eligible Expenses

The Seeds of Hope Grant is designed to assist students with financial hardships that could become a barrier to the student continuing their education. This may include: 

  • Housing    
  • Utilities
  • Emergency transportation or vehicle repairs
  • Healthcare
  • Childcare
  • Essential family needs
  • Other urgent expenses considered on a case-by-case basis
Process

After a student completes the Financial Challenges form, their information will be sent to the Student Resource Navigators for initial review. The student will then meet with a Student Resource Navigator to discuss their financial needs, learn about any relevant community resources, and complete the Seeds of Hope application for committee review. The student will receive an email confirming whether their application was approved or denied.

Donate

Help change the lives of Fox Valley Technical College studnents.

  • Visit our donation page
  • Select the amount you would like to donate
  • Under "Designation," toggle down and choose Seeds of Hope
For more information

If you are interested in learning more about Seeds of Hope assistance, please contact SeedsofHope@fvtc.edu or the Student Resource Navigators at 920-735-4881 or resources@fvtc.edu

  

Emergency Financial Support

We know it can be difficult to balance work, home and school. When an unexpected emergency comes up, we may be able to help.

Financial Grant Application

 

Eligibility Criteria
  • Students must meet all of the following criteria to be eligible:

  • Meet Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP)

  • Be admitted to an eligible program of study and enrolled in classes required for graduation 

  • Have Pell Grant eligibility in the term for which the funding is requested

  • MUST submit an application to request funds, and written proof (such as a bill, receipt, etc.) identifying the nature and amount of the expense as well as the 3rd party to whom this amount is owed

  • May need to submit a W-9 tax form completed by the 3rd party to whom this amount would be paid

Eligible Expenses
  • Utilities 

  • Housing/Rent

  • Unanticipated Medical/Dental expenses

  • Vehicle Repairs

  • Child/ Dependent Care

  • Vehicle Repair

Ineligible Expenses
  • Tuition 

  • Fees

  • Books

  • Legal fee

  • Tobacco

  • Alcohol

  • Entertainment expenses

  • Food/Meals

Process

After completing the Financial Challenges form, the results will be sent to the Student Resource Center for review. The student will be notified via their FVTC email within two (2) business days about next steps which may include meeting with a Student Resource Navigator to discuss the situation and connect with community resources.

For More Information

To learn more, please contact: 

Kelly Kohl
Manager - Student Resource Center
kelly.kohl6594@fvtc.edu

Student Resource Center
resources@fvtc.edu

Additional Resources

FVTC Student Food Pantry

If you need temporary assistance with food, we’re here to help. To receive assistance, you must show a current student photo ID and be a currently enrolled student. 

Contact Brooke Gibson by email or stop by her office (E137B), located in Student Life. 

 

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Before You Borrow

Some helpful things to know about borrowing money:

Be an Informed Borrower (PDF)

What To Do Before You Borrow (PDF)

Loan Simulator

Tax Assistance

If your adjusted gross income is below $58,000, you can file your taxes free at www.goodwillncw.org/taxes/. Call for more information: 1-855-698-9435

More Helpful Tax Tips (PDF)

Affordable Care Act

Get information about the Affordable Care Act.

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Financial Wellness Resources