ECC Foundation Emergency Student Relief Fund

A flexible funding source established by the Elgin Community College Foundation to help students facing financial hardship, particularly those impacted by crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic.

Background: The fund was created to support students most impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Within one month, over 100 donors contributed to help reach a fundraising goal of over $50,000, beginning with a generous donation of over $12,000 from the ECC Foundation Board of Directors.

Geographic Scope: Elgin Community College students (Elgin, Illinois)

Focus Areas:

• Technology support (e.g., free loaner Chromebooks)
• Financial assistance for students struggling due to crisis circumstances
• Flexible funding to meet diverse student needs during unusual crises

Key Advantages: The fund provides flexibility that other funding sources (such as federal CARES Act funding) do not offer. Over 50% of ECC students are ineligible for federal CARES Act funding, making this relief fund critical to ensure no student is left behind.

Eligibility:

• ECC students
• Students facing financial hardship due to crisis circumstances
• Students ineligible for other federal or state funding sources

Contact Information:

• For more information or to donate: elgin.edu/donate
• ECC Foundation Executive Director: David Davin

Quote: "We are dedicated to ensuring that all students who are committed to their educations can continue, regardless of their financial situations. It's inspiring that the community has stepped up to support our students.