Staff & Faculty Emergency Fund Help and FAQs

• Is there an appeal process if my application is denied?

  • There is not an appeal process for this program. Decisions by the SFEF Committee are final.

• Is there a limit on the number of grants someone can receive?

  • Applicants are limited to one grant in a rolling 24-month period, up to a maximum of $1000. Funds are limited to the amount of money available.

• Do I need to repay money received from the fund?

  • No. Funds are awarded as grants and repayment is not expected.

• Are awarded funds treated as taxable income?

  • In some instances, yes. However, for hardships due to Qualified Disasters such as COVID-19 (per Internal Revenue Service Code Section 139), grants will not be reported as taxable income.

• How long will the fund be available?

  • The fund will be available until contributions are exhausted.

• Am I eligible to apply if I'm on a leave from the university?

  • Yes, if the leave is approved by the University.

• Are my dependents eligible to apply for the fund?

  • No. Only active employees are eligible as outlined above in the Eligibility section.

Questions/Contact

Please review the Frequently Asked Questions for additional details on eligibility criteria and the application process. Inquiries may also be sent to staff-fac-emerg-fund@sjsu.edu.