Unexpected Financial Needs Fund

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The Unexpected Financial Needs Fund is a University scheme that provides financial support to students who are unexpectedly suffering financial hardship. The fund exists thanks to generous donations from alumni and friends who want to ensure that no University of Manchester student is left struggling. The fund is open all year long, it is non-repayable and can help students overcome food insecurity, support them with utility bills, and address any other issues arising from financial hardship. More details of what can be supported can be found below. Eligibility: Must be a student at the University of Manchester: The Unexpected Financial Needs Fund is open to ALL students, regardless of level of study, nationality, or social background, who are experiencing unforeseen circumstances or unexpected financial hardship. What do we mean by financial hardship? If you're struggling to make ends meet and you're unable to cover essential, day-to-day living costs, then you may be eligible for support. You may be relying on part time work, or struggling to find sufficient part time work, to supplement your living expenses... You may be a student whose sponsors have withdrawn funding, or where payments are delayed... You may be an international student experiencing difficulties in transferring funds from overseas.... Or you may have another cause to be in financial hardship.