Student Benevolence Funds can cover

Following are examples of typical expenses that may be covered, in part, by Student Benevolence funds. Please note that documentation may be required. This list is not exhaustive: 

• Replacement of essential personal belongings to aid in academics (i.e., laptops, calculators, books, etc.) due to fire, flood, theft, or other natural disaster
• Medications or costs related to emergency medical care (not covered by insurance)
• Assistance with rent or utilities due to a crisis (i.e., natural disasters, crime, etc.)
• Emergency transportation costs related to a family illness and/or death
• Safety-related needs (i.e., changing a lock for protection related to extenuating circumstances)
• Other emergency situation that will impact a student's ability to fully participate in their academic career at Coastal Carolina University
• Leadership opportunities a student is interested in but unable to afford (i.e., student conferences)

Student Benevolence Funds will not cover

Following are examples of items that will NOT be covered by this fund. This list is not exhaustive:

• Normal and anticipated academic or personal everyday expenses (i.e., tuition, balances, fees, health insurance, books, rent)
• Penalties, fines, tickets, legal fees, jail bonds, credit card bills, or overdue personal loans
• Expenses due to a lack of financial planning or overspending
• Non-essential utilities (i.e., cable, interest, etc.), household or furniture costs not related to damage due to natural disasters or crime
• Costs for entertainment, recreation, or non-emergency travel
• Replacement of non-essential personal items
• If there are other funds available that you opt not to use

Please complete the form below to apply for any of the listed funding options.

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The purpose of the fund is to support CCU Student Leaders of any University sponsored organization and/or program. Recipients must meet the following criteria:

1. Enrolled full- or part-time;
2. Completed at least 30 academic credits;
3. Be a CCU student leader participating in any CCU sponsored program/organization.
4. Demonstrate need for financial assistance which may include any need related to school, leadership advancement or personal support.

In the event funds are utilized to help pay the necessary educational expenses for a given student(s), such funds will not exceed the cost of attendance at the University.  Recipients will be selected by a three person committee consisting of the Dean of Students, the Director of Financial Aid, and the Executive Director of Student Life. The amount of the award will be up to $500. Recipient(s) may only receive the award one time. Administered by the Dean of Students Office and decision made by committee.

The purpose of the fund is to support enrolled students of Coastal Carolina University who are in need of short-term, non-recurring funding to deal with a family-related crisis or emergency or personal short-term hardship.  The recipient will be a currently enrolled full-time or part-time student of Coastal Carolina University. Qualified students may apply for one-time funding of a need in an amount not to exceed $500.00. The student has no obligation to repay the fund for monies received; however, the student is encouraged to remember the institution/future students when they are in a position to return the favor. All discussions for approval/disapproval for the distribution of funds will be decided upon by the Dean of Students in accordance with approved University policies and procedures and in compliance with federal and state regulations. The Donor acknowledges that the University will be solely responsible for the final decisions of who may qualify to receive the funds for emergency situations. The criteria and process for deciding if a student qualifies, or not, will be determined, maintained and enforced by the Dean of Students Office and decision made by committee.

The Gilland Loan Fund was established by Dr. and Mrs. John D. Gilland, Jr in memory of their son, John Desaussure Gilland, III. The fund is designed to provide short-term, interest-free, emergency assistance for students attending Coastal Carolina University. Student may request up to $500 in emergency funds each semester.

To make a donation to a student benevolence fund, please go to: https://www.coastal.edu/givenow/

• Select a "Donation Amount" or specify an amount in the "Other" field.
• Select "Other" in the Gift Designation section options, and type in one of the following accounts in the box:
• Deborah Conner Leadership Fund #8385
• Travis E. Overton & Jacob M. Rosiek Student Benevolence Fund #6750
• Complete the remainder of the form and select "Donate" when finished. 

Important Notes from the Coastal Education Foundation Regarding the Above Named Funds

• All gifts, once receipted by the Foundation, are irrevocable.
• The recipient(s) will be chosen in accordance with approved University policies and procedures and in compliance with federal and state regulations governing the Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships.
• The Donor Representative may be consulted at some point during the process; however the Donor Representative acknowledges that the University will be solely responsible for the final selection of recipients.
• The University understands that this gift will be administered in accordance with the Foundation’s administrative policies and procedures.
• The fund will be managed by the Foundation’s Board of Directors in accordance with the Foundation’s investment and disbursement policies, and in accordance with the terms and conditions of the South Carolina Uniform Prudent Management of Institutional Funds Act (SC UPMIFA).
• Reports of fund activity shall be provided to the Donor/Fund Contact in a manner and timeframe conforming to Foundation policy.
• The Foundation is grateful for the Donor’s support of the University and is committed to fulfilling the Donor’s objectives reflected in this agreement. As research and academic programs move forward, there is the possibility that it may become impossible for this gift to serve the specific purpose of the stated intentions.  If this unlikely circumstance should occur, the Foundation’s Chief Executive Officer shall, after making reasonable efforts to consult with the Donor or a designated representative of the Donor, direct that the gift be devoted to University purposes that the Chief Executive Officer deems to be most consistent with the Donor’s wishes.
• Any and all Foundation policies and procedures herein referenced may evolve over time subject to approval by the Foundation’s Board of Directors.
• Administration Strictly Related to Endowments: If once the fund balance reaches endowment level, earnings are not sufficient to make the award(s) as specified above, the Foundation may not invade the corpus to make the award(s).

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