Student Support
Every student deserves the opportunity to focus on learning, growing and succeeding. Yet, unexpected challenges, from food insecurity to financial emergencies, can stand in the way. Student support funds provide stability in uncertain moments and help students focus on what matters most: their education and their future.
When you give, you create a path forward when students need it most.
Panther Pantry
Student Emergency Fund
Student Life Success Fund
The Panther Pantry's purpose is to serve UNI students affected by food insecurity. By providing reliable access to food and other essentials, it ensures that students can focus on their education rather than worrying about their next meal.
The Student Emergency Fund offers limited financial assistance for UNI students navigating unexpected emergencies. In moments of crisis, it provides immediate relief, allowing students to focus on their goals and aspirations.
The Student Life Success Fund supports a wide range of initiatives focused on student life and success. By investing in areas like health, recreation and career services, it helps create a well-rounded experience that prepares students for life beyond graduation.
The power of emergency support
Unexpected challenges can quickly disrupt a UNI student’s college experience. Through the Student Emergency Fund, donors like you help UNI students find stability, overcome short-term setbacks and stay focused on their education.
206 Students
have received emergency assistance to stay on track for graduation.
Nearly $100,000
awarded to help students navigate urgent, unforeseeable situations.
$100 – $1,000
typical range for assistance, designed to meet each student's immediate needs.
Last updated April 2026
Nourishing student success
Donor support strengthens the Panther Pantry's ability to meet a growing need, reaching more UNI students and providing more food each year. As demand continues to rise, your generosity ensures students have consistent access to essential resources.
Academic | Number of | Food Distributed |
|---|---|---|
2022-2023 | 545 Students | 19,945 lbs. |
2023-2024 | 627 Students | 22,482 lbs. |
2024-2025 | 732 Students | 24,434 lbs. |
Last updated April 2026
"The Panther Pantry helped me navigate food insecurity my freshman year, giving me the ability to cook homemade meals, lower my living expenses and feel more at home while adjusting to college life."
— Anonymous UNI student