Our students are committed to making the world a better place by working in the field of philanthropy and supporting the causes that they feel passionately about. Whether their goal is to solve issues with food insecurity, the environment, or supporting the arts, we want to ensure that they have the opportunity to earn their degree and develop the skills they need to work toward bringing positive change.

Many of our students are striving to accomplish these goals on their own, without financial support from their family. When something unexpected arises, such as an illness or a car repair, it can cause a student to be forced to temporarily or permanently end their education. The Student Emergency Fund provides financial assistance for students facing economic hardship to allow them to continue pursuing their degree.

Please note, the name and purpose of the fund displayed on this page constitute the authorized description of the fund by the Indiana University Foundation, Inc. Your gift supports the fund as described herein.

In July 2024, IUPUI will become Indiana University Indianapolis and will no longer be affiliated with Purdue University. The Indiana University Foundation, Inc. will update all fund titles and fund descriptions for IUPUI funds to reflect this change, and funds intended for Purdue’s School of Engineering and Technology will be transferred to Purdue under the agreement between IU and Purdue. Until July 2024, gifts to this fund will continue to be administered by the Indiana University Foundation, Inc., on behalf of IUPUI.