Your gift to the Paula Harris International Student Aid Fund can provide direct support for international students experiencing hardships. Student aid funds can be used for any urgent need, including food, rent, childcare, repairs or medical bills.
We continue to see an increase in the amount of international students seeking emergency funding. We have seen time and again how a relatively small emergency grant can make all the difference for students facing an immediate hardship, allowing them to persist with their studies and stay on track to graduate.
We know your donation will make such a timely and powerful difference in students’ lives.
Students share the impact of receiving aid -
"The Paula Harris International Student Emergency Aid Fund provided crucial support during a challenging period when I faced the risk of eviction due to unexpected financial challenges arising from illness. The Fund’s assistance of USD $1200 proved instrumental in covering both the rent and late fee, lifting the eviction threat, and alleviating immense stress. This aid not only ensured the stability of my housing but also had a profound impact on my mental well-being. It allowed me to focus on my studies with renewed peace and security".
"Financial aid from the International Student Emergency Fund helped me greatly during my hard time at PSU. I am an international student from Ukraine, and I was struggling so much. The International Student Emergency Fund allocated $2000 for me to cover my medical costs. Without such support, I would not be able to receive medical treatment and pay its costs. Any international student who is undergoing similar hardship as me would appreciate any help from the Emergency Fund just to stay healthy, to receive medical help in time, and be able to finish their studies."
"When my children and I arrived in Portland from Iran, many problems happened, including money being stolen on the flight and lack of a suitable family house. We were very alone, but after reaching out and receiving emergency aid, it was so helpful and showed what a big and kind heart PSU has."
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