altAid
Each year, 3 million students leave school overa financial emergency of less than $1,000.
Sometimes a single unexpected expense like a medical bill or car repair can force a student to drop out of school or training.
The altAid program supports students through financial crises by providing direct financial assistance for unexpected expenses that threaten to derail their education.
In less than 10 minutes, eligible students can apply online for an altAid grant and receive an answer – and funds – within a few days. altAid’s rapid turnaround and easy-to-use platform provides critical financial relief quickly, allowing students to focus on school.
To be eligible you must qualify for the following:
Be enrolled full-time at one of our partner programs or institutions.
Have not received an altAid grant within the last 12 months.
Have an unexpected financial need within the last 60 days.
Your financial need must be for something other than rent or tuition.
Your financial hardship must be impacting your enrollment or performance.
How It Works:
Eligible students at our partner workforce development and vocational training programs are invited to complete an application online when a need arises. Applicants will receive a response within 3 business days.
If approved, funds will be disbursed via an electronic debit card. Please note that we are not able to fund every application we receive.
Partner Organizations:
- ClimbHire*
- HireLAX Program @ LA Southwest College
- JVSWorks
- LA Valley College Nursing Program
- LA-Tech.org
- Legacy LA
- LIFT-LA Financial Incentive Program (only)
- LA Harbor College Nursing Program
- Rivet School*
*California residents only