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Emergency Funding
Experiencing an issue that makes it difficult to cover your short-term food, housing, or other needs? The resources below provide information on emergency assistance available to Seattle University students.
Financial Assistance
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Office of the Dean of StudentsSeattle University's Dean of Students oversees a variety of funds and programs that assist students experiencing temporary hardship. Contact this office to discuss your situation so they can connect you to campus resources that can help.
Textbook Assistance
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Textbooks at Lemieux Library and McGoldrick Learning CommonsTextbooks options at Lemieux Library.
Food Assistance
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Seattle U Food PantryThe Seattle U Food Pantry provides free, supplementary food to students, staff, and faculty with a current SU ID, who may access the pantry once per week.
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Emergency Redhawk Dining CardsEmergency Redhawk Dining Cards provide temporary food assistance for students while they recover from unexpected financial hardship and find longer-term solutions for their financial circumstances.
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Outreach EatsSeattle U's Outreach Center, a space for first-generation students and student veterans, hosts weekly Outreach Eats events that offer food. Review event listings on ConnectSU for a current schedule.
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Graduate and Adult Learner (GAL)The Graduate and Adult Learner (GAL), an on-campus home for Seattle U graduate students and adult learners, hosts weekly food events. Review event listings on ConnectSU for a current schedule.
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Byrd Barr Place’s Food BankLocated near Seattle University, this food bank is open three days per week to Seattle residents in need. Available items include produce, grocery items, toiletries and household supplies.
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Bread of Life MissionPioneer Square mission offering lunch on weekdays, as well as clothing distribution, emergency overnight shelter, and other assistance.
Housing Assistance
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Coordinated Entry for AllA King County resource that connects individuals experiencing homelessness or needing to flee domestic violence to services and housing options.
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Compass Housing AllianceLocal organization that offers emergency shelter, affordable housing, and other services for individuals and families.
Clothing Assistance
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Reidy Professional ClosetTransfer students and junior and senior commuter students in need of clothing for interviews or career opportunities can borrow from this closet of professional clothes, bags, and shoes. Contact the MOSAIC Center for more information.