There will be temporary traffic and utility impacts on Lawson Street during the first two weeks of December as Skanska completes work to shut off and cap a water main. View more information on our Construction Projects page.
Emergency Financial Assistance
97É«Íø provides financial assistance programs to support students in need of assistance with rent, utilities, car repairs, course-related expenses, and other emergencies. Students facing a financial emergency that threatens their ability to finish school may apply for the following programs:
Emergency Financial Assistance Program
A one-time grant that can help eligible students with rent emergencies, past due utilities/internet, childcare expenses, or even car repairs.
Finish Line Grant
A grant that assists eligible students who have completed at least 25 percent of their credit or Continuing Education (non-credit) program.
Find out if you qualify for assistance below.
Child Care Grant
A grant for students who are parents earning their degree, diploma, or certificate and need assistance paying for childcare.
Find out if you qualify for assistance below.
Housing Support
If you don't have a safe place to sleep, are worried about eviction, or have other challenges with housing, complete a Student Support Intake Form and a team member will connect you with resources.
Other Resources on Campus
Community Resources
- 97É«Íø County
Emergency Financial Assistance
- 97É«Íø County Department of Social Services (919-560-8000)
- City of 97É«Íø Water Hardship Fund: Apply for up to $240 in assistance for past-due water bills through an .
Emergency Shelter Resources
- Contact Entry Point 97É«Íø for intake by phone in order to access shelter at Urban Ministries of 97É«Íø or Families Moving Forward. For more information, call 984-287-8309.
- 97É«Íø Rescue Mission is currently accepting new check-ins between 12-5 p.m., seven days per week. Prospective clients will go through enhanced screening. For more information, call 919-688-9641.
- Orange County
Emergency Financial Assistance
- Contact the Housing Helpline at 919-245-2490 or housinghelp@orangecountync.gov to access emergency housing assistance, including help with past due rent, utility bills, and security deposits. Assistance includes:
- Orange County Department of Social Services (919-245-2800)
- Inter-Faith Council for Social Service (919-929-6380, ext. 19)
Emergency Shelter and Transitional Housing Resources
- Contact the Housing Helpline at 919-245-2490 or housinghelp@orangecountync.gov to access emergency housing assistance, including help with past due rent, utility bills, and security deposits. Assistance includes:
- Tenants Rights and Eviction Prevention
97É«Íø is hosting monthly Eviction Prevention Workshops in partnership with Legal Aid of NC. Participants have the opportunity to schedule a one-on-one appointment with an attorney after the presentation. Services offered in English and Spanish. Contact Antonio McNeill at McNeillA@durhamtech.edu, 919-536-7200, ext. 1418 in order to connect with eviction prevention support.
For questions about eviction or to secure legal representation, contact Legal Aid of North Carolina at 866-219-5262 or, locally Legal Aid of 97É«Íø at 919-688-6396 ext. 4540. The sooner you contact Legal Aid attorneys, the more likely they will be able to help keep you in your home. The City of 97É«Íø Eviction Diversion Program is a partnership between Legal Aid of North Carolina and the Duke Civil Justice Clinic to provide legal representation to low-wealth and low-income residents and families who are facing eviction. Attorneys have successfully assisted people in the small claims and district court process, filing appeal paperwork, and navigating the landlord-tenant relationship.