COVID-19 Emergency Tuition Assistance Fund

Emergency funding established in response to the COVID-19 pandemic to provide tuition assistance for elementary school families in Diocese of Bridgeport Catholic Schools experiencing financial hardship due to the pandemic.

Geographic Scope: Diocese of Bridgeport Catholic Schools (K-8), Fairfield County, CT

Focus Areas:

• Emergency tuition assistance
• COVID-19 related economic hardship

Eligibility:

• Families with K-8 students in Diocesan schools
• Experienced loss of job or income
• Incurred COVID-related medical costs
• Other unanticipated financial hardship resulting from COVID-19 pandemic

Award Details:

• Amount: Not specified (varies based on need and available funds)
• Funded by anonymous donor gift
• Over 100 applications received within first week of announcement

Application Period:

• Applications accepted until all funds are awarded
• Rolling acceptance process with rapid review and response

Contact Information:

• Address: 1 Waterview Drive Suite 103, Shelton, CT 06484
• Phone: 203-416-1405
• Email: info@foundationsineducation.org
• Development Contact: Megan Quinn, Assistant Director of Development at 203-416-1671
• Website: foundationsineducation.org/bishops-scholarship-fund

Application Process

1. Apply Online: Complete FACTS Grant and Aid application online
2. Eligibility Documentation: Provide evidence of:
   • Loss of job or income
   • COVID-related medical costs
   • Other financial hardship from pandemic
3. Timeline: Applications accepted on rolling basis until funds are depleted
4. Processing: Rapid review process to help families make timely decisions about school enrollment

Important Note: Applicants must demonstrate direct economic impact from COVID-19 pandemic.