Comfy for a Cause

This year marks the 5th anniversary of our annual Comfy for a Cause campaign and we are excited to share this year’s items!

Join us October 10 – 22, to purchase a UR crewneck, quarter-zip sweatshirt, or joggers to get comfy for a cause.

Each purchase includes a $15 donation that will provide students and members of our Rochester community with financial resources to help them navigate emergency situations.

In light of the recent events in the Middle East, you can now choose to designate the donation portion of your purchase to the University’s Student Emergency Fund or to our Global Emergency Response Fund.

“I can’t thank you enough for your generosity. I have no idea how I would have handled this situation without your help. I have been able to participate and perform in my classes and stay on top of my work, which would not have been possible had I not had access to a laptop. The whole incident was causing me a great amount of stress and I am so grateful to you for helping me through it. Thank you!!!”
-Anonymous Student

More information on our emergency funds:

The Student Emergency Fund provides emergency financial assistance to students in any situation where there is a demonstrated need, providing support for things such as an emergency flight home, unforeseen medical expenses, clothing needs, academic tools (laptop or books), and more.

The Global Emergency Response Fund directly supports students, faculty, staff, and others in our community facing hardship due to conflict, political destabilization, and other geopolitical risks; human or natural disasters; or health crises or travel disruptions in or to their home countries or territories.