JeffSecure Emergency Fund
Emergency Fund Details
Examples of immediate critical needs for which JeffSecure may be able to provide short-term support include, but are not limited to:
Food insecurity (Short-term and reoccurring)
- Jefferson Ramily Market
- Center City Flyer (PDF)
- Food store cards
- Non-perishable food supplies
Unavoidable or Unforeseen Emergencies
- Travel or transportation of a student or a student's belongings home due to family emergency or death
- Mental health co-pays
- Lost or stolen academic-related materials
- Shelter as a result of an unsafe living situation
Curricular Grants
- Expenses to assure academic progressions
- Computer support for students in immediate need
- Curricular materials (e.g. books, design materials, class materials, software)
This fund is not intended to reimburse expenses that have already been paid (with the exception of emergency travel costs), nor is it intended to replace or supplement existing financial aid.
JeffSecure does not support:
- Tuition, fees, health insurance or study abroad costs
- Non-essential utilities (i.e. cable), household or furniture costs not related to damage or theft
- Parking tickets
- Entertainment, recreation, non-emergency travel or other non-essential expenses
- Other anticipated expenses
Application Process Overview
JeffSecure is intended to minimize immediate critical needs as a result of unanticipated financial stress. Students will receive communication by email following their application, and may be asked to provide additional clarifying information. All applicants will be required to meet with a member of the JeffSecure Committee to discuss their situation in further detail.
The JeffSecure Committee will review all requests on a weekly basis. Please note that the Committee will consult with the University Financial Aid Office regarding requests for funds.
JeffSecure funding, if approved:
- may take up to two weeks (from date of approval) to disburse
- may require completion of a W-9 form
- will only be granted once per matriculated student
- does not have to be repaid
Click this link to: submit an application.
Students will receive communication by email following their application, and may be asked to provide additional clarifying information. All applicants will be required to meet with a member of the JeffSecure Committee to discuss their situation in further detail.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is JeffSecure related to financial aid?
JeffSecure is not intended to replace or supplement existing financial aid. Please note, however, that the JeffSecure Committee will consult with the University Financial Aid Office regarding all requests for funds.
How long will it take to receive funding?
JeffSecure funding, if approved, may take up to two weeks (from date of approval) to disburse.
Ramily Market (Center City & East Falls Locations)
The Ramily Market at Jefferson is a no-cost food pantry dedicated to assuring that all our students have regular access to healthy, nutritious foods necessary for a balanced diet and academic success. It is designed to supplement a student’s food supply up to twice a month.
Numerous recent studies have identified that food insecurity is a major problem on college campuses across the country and the Ramily Market hopes to end that concern for our students.
The support provided by the Ramily Market will allow students to focus on achieving their goals rather than worrying about their next meal.
Ramily Market Sign-Up: Center City
Supported by the Division of Student Affairs
To place an order, use the Qualtrics form available in the Ramily Market section of Jefferson’s Canvas page. The weekly form is live Monday at 5 p.m. and closes Thursday at 5 p.m.
This allows the market staff to re-stock items, maintain inventory and assure that the selection is consistent. All pre-orders can be picked up on Mondays from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. and Thursdays between 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Alternative arrangements can be made if the designated times do not work with your schedule.
Students are also encouraged to stop by the Ramily Market during our “drop in” hours, where they can choose from the physical selection available during that time.
*Inventory and available items will vary.
To access the Ramily Market section:
- Log into the Jefferson Canvas Page using your campus key & password
- Click on “Jefferson Division of Student Affairs”
- Click on “Ramily Market CC”
- Click on “Ramily Market Order Form”
The Market is located in the Martin Building, Rooms 135/136:
201 South 11th Street Philadelphia, PA 19107
To contact us directly, please email us at CenterCityFoodPantry@jefferson.edu
Ramily Market Sign-Up: East Falls
Supported by the Office of Student Engagement: Diversity & Social Justice
Ramily Market is where Rams in need can access FREE non-perishable food and other personal hygiene items to fuel their SUCCESS.
Located in Kanbar Campus Center in Room 205, behind the information desk.
Ramily Market Hours:
Monday through Friday - 8 AM to 10 PM
Saturday and Sunday - 12 PM to 10 PM
The Ramily Market-East Falls uses PantrySoft to manage all the market’s operations. ALL students must create a PantrySoft account to utilize the Ramily Market’s services. Follow the instructions below:
- On any device with internet access, use your campus key and password to log-in to PantrySoft via SSO sign-on.
- Once logged in, “New Clients” will need to complete the short intake questionnaire. “Returning Clients” will bypass the questionnaire.
- Next, you will have the option of booking a mobile order appointment or a walk-in/in-person shopping appointment.
- Mobile Ordering - Mobile ordering is a next-day service. Students will be able to view a live inventory of the Ramily Market’s products and be able to add items to their shopping cart. Once the order is placed and a pick-up time is selected, the order will be fulfilled and packaged by a Ramily Market Associate. Students will arrive at Kanbar 205 with their Jefferson Student ID to pick up their order at the selected time. Students will have 24hrs from their selected pick-up time to collect their order. Please note that if you are looking for a same-day option, you’ll need to book a walk-in/in-person appointment instead.
- Walk-in/In-person Shopping - In PantrySoft, students can book an in-person shopping appointment. While booking an appointment is preferred, walk-in appointments are also welcome. The Ramily Market is in Kanbar Student Center (Room 205), behind the 2nd floor information desk. Once arrived, students will sign-in via the available kiosk or with a Ramily Market Associate. Once shopping is complete, the RM Associate will “ring up”/bag the products and log your visit. Students will need their Jefferson Student ID to complete the check-out process.
Any pertinent changes or updates to the Ramily Market will be posted on the Ramily Market door (Kanbar 205) and on the Office of Student Engagement’s Instagram page (@jeffersonstudentengagement_ef).
Students who have dietary restrictions/preferences, accessibility needs, or general questions should email the Ramily Market at tju_ef_ramilymarket@jefferson.edu.
Inventory Options
Via PantrySoft, students will have access to see the Ramily Market’s live inventory. While inventory options may vary, the market will consistently keep non-perishable basic food group options (e.g. dairy, vegetable, fruit and grain) and general/feminine hygiene products in stock. Additionally, when possible, the market will provide various options to accommodate dietary and faith-based restrictions (e.g. non-dairy, gluten free, Kosher, Halal, etc.).
Contact Information
East FallsTim Butler |
Center CityJennifer Fogerty, MSEd |