Homecoming is a time to reconnect—with friends, memories, and the place that helped shape who you are. This year, through our “Home Is Where the R Is” giving opportunity, you can help ensure that Rutgers continues to feel like home for students facing unexpected challenges. Choose from three emergency funds—each supporting students on a different Rutgers campus—and create a positive outcome where it’s needed most. Whether it’s housing or urgent financial support, your gift helps students stay focused on their future. As a thank-you, donors who give [$amount] or more will receive an exclusive Home Is Where the R Is t-shirt, available for pickup at one of our three Homecoming events or shipped to you. We’ll follow up to confirm your t-shirt size and delivery preference.
When life throws the unexpected at students—whether it’s a medical emergency, loss of income, or sudden housing insecurity—the Dean of Students Emergency Fund steps in. This fund provides fast, flexible support to help students stay enrolled and focused on their education. Your gift ensures that a temporary crisis doesn’t become a permanent setback.
Every student deserves the chance to succeed, no matter the circumstances. The Chancellor’s Emergency Fund helps Rutgers–Camden students overcome urgent financial challenges—from food insecurity to transportation needs—so they can continue their academic journey with dignity and hope. Your support offers more than relief—it offers resilience.
For many Rutgers–Newark students, a single unexpected expense can jeopardize their ability to stay in school. The Student Emergency Fund provides critical, short-term assistance to help students weather financial storms—whether it’s rent, utilities, or other essential needs. Your generosity helps them stay grounded, supported, and on the path to graduation.