DCAN Emergency Grant ‘Fast Fund’
Why the Fast Fund exists
Paying for college shouldn’t stand between you and your future. This Emergency Grant, in partnership with Graduate 313, removes unexpected financial roadblocks so learners can stay on track, stay enrolled, and finish the credentials they’re working toward.
The Fast Fund helps you move forward quickly and without hassle.
Who Can Benefit?
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Detroit residents who have graduated from a Detroit-based high school or adult-education program.
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Current college students, re-enrolling students, or adult learners actively working toward a post-secondary credential
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Anyone facing an urgent, unplanned expense that threatens enrollment, persistence, or degree completion
Sound like you? Apply today!
What’s It Cover?
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Unexpected expenses happen, and when they do, we’re here to help. The Emergency Grant coverage includes, but is not limited to, emergency expenses that could derail your studies, such as:
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Transportation – bus passes, rideshare costs, parking fees, etc.
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Housing – short-term emergency lodging or utility expenses
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Tuition gaps – partial payments, textbooks, etc.
*Funding is limited and awarded on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged. Only one grant can be awarded during each grant cycle.
Frequently Asked Questions
What to expect after you apply…
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48-72 hour turnaround time on the status of your application
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Confirmation of receiving application
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Follow up on the status of your application
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You must have proof from a post secondary institution for enrollment or application submission in order to qualify
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What is the max amount an applicant can apply for? $500.00
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If you apply for the max amount will you receive that? It is based on the case review of the application
Contact info…
Reach out to the email if you have questions or concerns about your application fastfund.g313@detroitcan.org
Who it serves
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Detroit residents
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Graduated from Detroit-based School
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Currently enrolled post-secondary or adult learners or adults
Eligibility
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Detroit residents who graduated from a Detroit high school
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Currently enrolled college students from Detroit needing support at their post secondary institutions (includes 4 year, 2 year, trade, certificate programs)
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Detroit adult learners looking to enroll or re-enroll to complete their post secondary credentials
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Must be enrolled in a post secondary institution and not just graduated from a Detroit high school to be eligible
Application Instructions
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Ask for what you need.
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Be as clear in your ask and or explanation of why you need the funds and how we can support you
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Provide any proof of documentation that supports your need so we have all the information possible to review your request
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Deadline is August 1st or while funding lasts