Assistance Programs
Regent University understands that searching for assistance with finances, housing, and more can seem like a daunting task. There are many resources, companies, and organizations that offer help, but knowing how or where to look for help is not easy. This page contains links to various organizations and programs that provide a variety of assistance. They are grouped by how broad their presence is, and then into more specific categories. This is not an exhaustive list, but we hope you will be able to find a resource that will help you.
Please note that the resources listed on this page are for informational purposes only and do not represent organizational endorsement by Regent University. If you are aware of a resource that you would like considered for inclusion on this page please email the Student Financial Aid Office at finaid@regent.edu.
- Student Resources – Start your search here. All the services are covered for Regent students.
- Financial Aid Options – The different types of aid to consider using.
- Church Matching Grant Program – A scholarship that matches a grant provided by your church.
- Corporate Partners – Tuition discounts Regent has agreed to with several employers.
- Regent-Wide Endowed Scholarships – Highly selective scholarships for graduate, professional, or doctoral students.
- Scholarships for On-Campus Students – Available scholarships and requirements.
- Virginia Assistance Programs Overview – Updates for plenty of programs and the documents needed.
- Commonhelp – Help with navigating applying for Virginia Assistance Programs.
- Child Care Subsidy Program – Eligibility and application for the program on the same page.
- Child Care Aware – Virginia resources for childcare licensing, assistance for children with special needs, etc.
- Virginia General Relief (GR) Program – Assistance for children that are living with unrelated adults.
- Temporary SNAP Eligibility for College Students – Monthly assistance in purchasing of nutritious foods for college students.
- Temporary Assistance for Needy Family (TANF) – Assistance with job skills training, work experience, job readiness training, etc.
- Virginia Debt Relief – Assistance with debt payments through learning about and applying consolidation.
- City of Virginia Beach | Financial Assistance – Assistance programs on funded by state and federal government for low-income or impoverished families.
- Unemployment Insurance | Virginia Employment Commission – Assistance for those unemployed through no fault of their own.
- Federation of Virginia Food Banks – Help in locating foodbanks in Virginia and other government programs.
- Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore – Foodbank directory for southeastern Virginia.
- Medical Assistance Programs – Assistance for children, pregnant women, Medicare beneficiaries, and more.
- Virginia Energy Assistance – Crisis, Fuel, Cooling, and Weatherization assistance for low-income households.
- Virginia Rental Housing Assistance – Overview and contact information for housing assistance.
- Virginia Rent Relief Program (RRP) – Housing stability during the pandemic with the application provided.
- Stay Home Virginia – Assistance for those affected by COVID-19 and can’t pay rent.
- U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) – Rental help for Virginians to obtain subsidized apartments, vouchers, and other resources.
- Virginia Housing – Assistance in obtaining housing as a homebuyer, owner, or renter.
- Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development – Housing assistance and rehabilitation, homeless assistance and prevention.
- Virginia Homeless Solutions Program (VHSP) – Local administrators and contact information for help with a homeless crisis.
- Government Benefits Finder – Resource to locate assistance programs based on your individual living situation.
- USA.gov State Social Service Agencies – Resource for benefits offered by state.
- Salvation Army – International movement providing several assistance programs across multiple categories.
- United Way – National organization offering multiple assistance programs.
- Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) – National site for assistance for low-income families with children to reach economic self-sufficiency through grants.
- Child Care and Development Fund – Benefits.gov site to provide assistance to low-income families working or looking for work and in need of childcare.
- Child Care Aware – For those in need of childcare licensing, assistance for children with special needs, etc.
- ChildCare.gov – For those in need of financial assistance programs that provide quality childcare.
- Fastweb – Resource for locating scholarships, grants, and other financial aid for higher education.
- Coupons.com – Free printable coupons in multiple categories.
- Veterans Families United – Article containing financial assistance programs for veterans.
- Need Help Paying Bills – Assistance programs and resources by state and guidance for a variety of needs.
- Help With Bills – USA.gov site for assistance in all manner of expenses.
- Dealing with Debt – USA.gov site for assistance in managing common debt problems.
- Federal Trade Commission – Guidance on choosing a credit counselor.
- National Foundation for Credit Counseling (NFCC) – Financial counseling and planning for a variety of situations, like homeownership and student loans.
- Financial Counseling Association of America (FCAA) – Financial counselors to assist students with bankruptcy, credit issues, or student debt.
Immediate Food Assistance – Call USDA National Hunger Hotline at 1-866-3-HUNGRY (1-866-348-6479) Monday – Friday 7 AM to 10 PM EST.
- Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program – Assistance with food for new or expectant mothers and children of young ages.
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) – Assistance with nutrition for low-income individuals and families.
- Feeding America – Resource to find your local foodbank and apply for national food programs.
- Free Financial Aid – Collection of assistance programs for free groceries.
- Help Me Bounce – Public crowdfunding program to provide grants for families.
- HealthCare.gov – Options for healthcare and resources to assist in enrollment.
- U.S. Department of Health and Human Services – Benefits.gov site for assistance programs, from loan repayment to adoption to employment.
- Human and Health Services – List of assistance programs for pregnant woman.
- Mental Health America – Assistance in locating and paying for mental health insurance and treatment.
- Resolve – Purchasable assistance in lowering or removing medical bills.
- Ellie’s Army – Assistance to children and young adults for medical bills and other expenses.
- Celebrate Recovery – Christ-centered recovery program for many ailments and addictions.
- U.S. Department of the Treasury – Emergency Rental Assistance Program information and available funds.
- U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) – Rental assistance in obtaining subsidized apartments, vouchers, and other resources.
- Consumer Financial Protection Bureau – Rental assistance programs by location.
- Operation Hope – Financial assistance with rent.
- Emergency Assistance for Homeowners and Renters – Help for homeowners, renters, or landlords.
- The Resident Relief Foundation – Assistance with housing in a singular, unexpected financial emergency.
- Volunteers of America – Affordable housing for seniors, families, veterans, and persons with disabilities.
- Homage | Transportation Assistance Program (TAP) – Rural transportation program to essential services for older adults and people with disabilities.
- Continuum of Care (CoC) Homeless Assistance Program – Benefits.gov site to help homeless individuals and families obtain housing.
- National Health Care for the Homeless Council – Resources and programs for people experiencing homelessness.
