Gifts to SOS Emergency Fund contribute to...

SOS Emergency Funding reduces food and housing insecurities, stress/mental health challenges, homelessness, and financial obstacles among our student population.
As we approach the end of the year, we invite you to be part of something truly special. Ongoing support of the SOS Emergency Fund at Broward College has a profound impact, much like a snowball gaining size and momentum as it rolls through the snow...growing into something remarkable.
By making a commitment to support our institution with an annual or recurring gift, you’re not just giving — you’re helping to create a blizzard of positive change. Your ongoing support is vital in shaping the future of our students.
We sincerely ask you to consider making a gift before December 31 to ensure that your contributions continue to make a lasting impact. Together, let’s make a difference that grows year after year.

Thank you for your generosity and making a lasting impact on Broward College students through the gift of education. Philanthropic contributions make college accessible and affordable for individuals looking to achieve their dreams, and provides them with the tools to help them succeed.

Together, the Broward College community of alumni and friends can make a tremendous impact on student success and developing the leaders of tomorrow. Would you consider making a year-end gift towards a scholarship or program most meaningful to you in this season of giving?
908 days ago by Kristen CrawfordBroward College is here to help students overcome economic barriers to continue their education and move towards sustainable economic mobility. From July 1, 2023 to present, SOS has supported 1691 students with the following needs:

In 2023, SOS also conducted 66 class visits on campus and online to promote the Single Stop Self-Screening Intake. This intake allows the students to see what federal and state benefits they are likely eligible for in additional to receiving support through SOS.
Learn more by visiting SOS online.
Looking for a last-minute gift idea for someone you know who loves Broward College? Consider a year-end gift in their honor. Giving the gift of education can be a heartfelt way to celebrate someone important in your life, whether a friend, loved one, or recent graduate.

The student demand for Seahawk Outreach Services continues to grow each year. In the 2022-2023 academic year, SOS supported 1208 students with the following needs and referrals below and many more students are actively continuing to use SOS.
Some examples of other additional services are as follows:
Mental Health referrals
Homeless Exemptions
Childcare Assistance
Utility programs
SNAP program
Affordable Connectivity

