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Lumberjack Emergency Assistance Fund Application (LEAF)
Helping students through hardships
The LEAF application will open HERE each Tuesday promptly at 9:00AM through the end of the semester.
We accept a limited number of applications each week on a first come, first served basis so we can quickly process each request. If the application is not available, it means we have reached our weekly limit.
The LEAF application is short and simple. In addition to several general questions, you will be asked the following:
Provide a brief explanation of the nature of the emergency. Include any relevant information available such as family finances, the recent loss of income, and other extenuating circumstances. These funds are to assist students who have experienced a recent unexpected catastrophic event in their life related to the COVID-19 pandemic including the economic downturn and hardships related to food, housing or employment (100 words max)
We accept a limited number of applications each week on a first come, first served basis so we can quickly process each request. If the application is not available, it means we have reached our weekly limit.
The LEAF application is short and simple. In addition to several general questions, you will be asked the following:
Provide a brief explanation of the nature of the emergency. Include any relevant information available such as family finances, the recent loss of income, and other extenuating circumstances. These funds are to assist students who have experienced a recent unexpected catastrophic event in their life related to the COVID-19 pandemic including the economic downturn and hardships related to food, housing or employment (100 words max)
The Lumberjack Emergency Assistance Fund (LEAF) provides emergency funding to support currently enrolled NAU students (Flagstaff Mountain Campus, Online, and Statewide) facing unforeseen crises or hardships that require immediate one-time financial assistance. Emergency Grants are for $500. These funds are to assist students who have experienced a recent unexpected catastrophic event related to the COVID-19 pandemic including the economic downturn and hardships related to food, housing, or employment. Funds are awarded as a grant, and unlike a loan, do not need to be repaid. Students are eligible for one LEAF Grant during their NAU career.
Tips for success:
- Set an alarm! The LEAF application opens each Tuesday promptly at 9 AM and often fills within minutes. Be prepared to complete the very simple application and “SUBMIT.”
- If you don’t get in one week, keep trying each Tuesday.
- If your application is received, you will immediately receive a confirmation email. Within 3 days, you will receive another email indicating whether your application was accepted, denied, or more information is needed.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Currently enrolled in one or more class
- Must be enrolled and attending Northern Arizona University (Mountain Campus, online, or state-wide
- Limited to one LEAF grant per NAU career
- Unexpected financial need, circumstances, urgent event, situation (more than just supplementing financial aid)
- If the check is mailed, we can only mail US Postal Service to a valid US address
Frequently Asked Questions
How much can I receive? Accordion Closed
Staff from the Lumberjack CARE Center will make the determination on the approval of funding and the amount of funding. The value of the award may range in response to the needs of the student but does not typically exceed $500 and is limited to one award per NAU career. The fund is designated to help offset a short-term financial need and is not intended to replace or supplement financial aid.
Do I have to repay this funding? Accordion Closed
Funds are awarded as a grant and do not need to be repaid. Funds may count as income and may be subject to federal and/or state taxes. Funds received will need to be reported on the appropriate year(s) Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
What do I need to do to receive a LEAF Grant? Accordion Closed
- Meet the Eligibility Criteria
- Complete the application
- Comply with any request for further information including a request for a personal or virtual meeting
How do I create or update Direct Deposit? Accordion Closed
To review or update your direct deposit, log in to your LOUIE Student Home and go to your “Financial Account” tile and select Direct Deposit. Please ensure your pop-up blockers are turned off.
To make a change, you will need:
- your bank’s routing (ABA) number
- your account number (not your debit card number)
- your account type (checking or savings)
For more information on Direct Deposit, visit Student and Departmental Accounts