With the rising cost of food across Ontario, supporting students experiencing food insecurity is more important than ever. Last year, 1,150 students benefitted from generous donations from Durham College (DC) employees, alumni and the Durham College Student Association who came together to help fund the Food Access Bursary. The bursaries helped offset the cost of purchasing food during the holiday season. Are you an employee or community member who would like to donate? You can make double the impact this year as the Durham College Alumni Association will match donations to the Food Insecurity Bursary up to $10,000, when you make a direct donation online through the Durham College Foundation. Please select the “Food Access Bursary” option from the designation list. Donations are welcome until December 31 and gifts of more than $20 are eligible for a charitable donation receipt for income tax purposes in the 2024 tax year. Donate now Are you a student who needs a little extra help this holiday season? Submit an online application for the Food Access Bursary between November 15 to 29 via MyDC under Financial Aid Self-Service. To be eligible, you must live in Ontario and be: Registered in full-time course load (60% minimum or 40% minimum for students with a documented disability) Have demonstrated financial need Funds will be issued to eligible applicants via e-transfer in December. Part-time students and those commencing their studies in January 2025 are not eligible, however, if you need support, please visit www.durham.ca/. The Food Access Bursary is generously funded by Durham College, the Durham College Students Association, Durham College employees, alumni and community members.
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