A simple way to HELP COLLEAGUES IN NEED.

Quote: "A simple way to make a meaningful difference to friends and colleagues when they need it most." Laurita Thomas, Assoc Vice Pres for Human Resources

Sometimes, unforeseen and unavoidable circumstances can result in a traumatic or emergency financial crisis for a faculty or staff member. Sudden illness, family crisis, or natural disaster can lead to unplanned financial crisis. The U-M Emergency Hardship Program was established for such times.

When our colleagues face sudden and significant hardships and are left without sufficient funds for rent, utilities or other immediate and essential expenses, the Emergency Hardship Program is here to provide resource recommendations and, in specific emergency cases, one-time funds to bridge the financial gap.

All contributions go directly to helping colleagues in need. Through Sept. 15, 2011, more than 60 Emergency Hardship Grants have been awarded and the program has provided counseling and/or community resource information to more than 430 members of the University of Michigan community.

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