University Human Resources
FY24 EMERGENCY HARDSHIP FUND REPORT The UI Emergency Hardship Fund for employees completed its third successful year. The fund is a collaboration between UI EAP and Family Services and supports costs, of up to $1000, related to an unforeseen emergency event or crisis creating a financial hardship.
79 Recipients* APPROVED FUNDING The most common expenses awarded were loss of income, car repairs, and burial expenses for a loved one. *58 recipients received funding in FY23
Eligibility requirements include: • • • • •
50% or greater, regular faculty and staff Minimum 6 months continuous benefits-eligible employment Hardship event has occurred within 3 months of application Have an individual annual gross income <= $55,000 @ 100% FTE Have not received funds through UI Hardship Fund in past 5 years
Approved by Job Type Merit
52
Professional/Scientific
26
SEIU
1
Applications can be submitted online at any time. The Emergency Hardship Fund Awards Committee reviews applications and responds within 2 weeks.
NEW FOR FY24: The Emergency Hardship Fund added emergency medical and dental costs to the list of expenses eligible for funding.
“It’s a life-saving program. It helped tremendously with keeping the utilities on and food on the table for my family” -FY24 Emergency Hardship Fund Receipient
86% IMPROVED PERFORMANCE 86% of fund recipients reported that their ability to perform optimally had or will improve as a result of being awarded funds.
Support for Health Care Approved UI vs Health Care UI General
29
Iowa Health Care
50
Total
79
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