HEERF Grants – CARES ACT, CRSAA, ARP

CARES ACT

HEERF I

The U.S. Department of Education requires that each school that applies for CARES Act funding must submit an initial report within 30 days of receiving the funding to the U.S. Department of Education portal.  As of today, the portal is not ready to begin taking submissions.  Temporary guidance has been issued for schools to post on their website the following information:

Higher Education Emergency Relief Funds for Students

  1. Rockford University signed and returned to the Department the Certification and Agreement on April 14, 2020. Rockford University intends to use no less than 50 percent of the total funds received under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act to provide Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students.
  2. The total amount of funds that Rockford University received was $1,225,910 of which $612,955 was distributed directly to students.
  3. On the initial reporting date of May 21, 2020, Rockford University distributed $265,595.48 to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act.  As of the second reporting day, June 23, 2020, Rockford University has distributed all $612,955 to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act.  As of the third reporting day, August 7, 2020, Rockford University has distributed all $612,955 to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act.  As of September 15, 2020, Rockford University has distributed all $612,955 to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act.  As of the end of the first calendar quarter, September 30, 2020, there has been not change and Rockford University has distributed all $612,955 to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act.  The quarterly reported that ended September 30, 2020 is the final report that covers all HEERF fund expenditures to students (student portion) under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act.
  4. There was a total of 1196 of Rockford University students enrolled for the Spring 2020 semester, of that, there were 1102 students  that may have been eligible to participate in programs under Section 484 in Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965 and thus eligible to be considered for Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act.
  5. On the initial reporting date of May 21, 2020, there were 130 Rockford University students who received an Emergency Financial Aid Grant for students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act.  As of the second reporting date of June 23, 2020, there have been a total of 389 Rockford University students who have received an Emergency Financial Aid Grant for students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act.    As of the third reporting day of August 7, 2020, there have been a total of 389 Rockford University students who have received an Emergency Financial Aid Grant for students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act.  As of September 15, 2020 there have been a total of 389 Rockford University students who have received an Emergency Financial Aid Grant for students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act.  As of the end of the first calendar quarter, September 30, 2020, there has been not change and there have been a total of 389 Rockford University students who have received an Emergency Financial Aid Grant for students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act.   The quarterly reported that ended September 30, 2020 is the final report that covers all HEERF fund expenditures to students (student portion) under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act.
  6. Rockford University used a specific methodology to award the first round of the Emergency Financial Aid grants.  After the initial funding, an application process is being used.
  7. Rockford University sent an e-mail to all students, announcement on the student portal, as well a link on our homepage to the portal regarding guidance and instructions for requesting additional financial assistance. The link to the information can be found at: https://www.rockford.edu/portal/heerf/ 

Higher Education Emergency Relief Funds – Institutional Portion

  1. Of the $1,225,910 that Rockford University received, $612,955 can be allocated towards costs that the university incurred due to COVID-19 provided that the school does not use the funds to cover expenses not covered by Institutional Portion of the Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund under Section 18004(a)(1) and 18004(c)of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act.
  2. On the initial reporting date of 6/29/2020, $552,717.20 has been appropriated.  $527,278.70 was used for room and board credits that were applied directly to student accounts and $25,438.50 was used for COVID-19 related supplies, software, maintenance supplies, dues and memberships, and professional development.  As of the second reporting day, August 13, 2020, $552,717.20 has been appropriated.  $527,278.70 was used for room and board credits that were applied directly to student accounts and $25,438.50 was used for COVID-19 related supplies, software, maintenance supplies, dues and memberships, and professional development.  As of September 15, 2020, $552,717.20 has been appropriated.  $527,278.70 was used for room and board credits that were applied directly to student accounts and $25,438.50 was used for COVID-19 related supplies, software, maintenance supplies, dues and memberships, and professional development.  As of the end of the first calendar quarter, September 30, 2020, there has been not change and $552,717.20 has been appropriated.  $527,278.70 was used for room and board credits that were applied directly to student accounts and $25,438.50 was used for COVID-19 related supplies, software, maintenance supplies, dues and membership, and professional development.  As of December 31, 2020, the remaining $60,237.80 was used for COVID-19 related supplies, software, maintenance supplies, small equipment, printing and copying, promotional materials, fire/life safety, and professional development.
  3. There was $60,237.80 remaining in the Institutional Portion as of 7/10/2020.  As of the second reporting day, August 13, 2020, there is $60,237.80 remaining in the Institutional Portion.  As of September 15, 2020,  $60,237.80 remaining in the Institutional Portion.  As of the end of the first calendar quarter, September 30, 2020, there has been not change and there is $60,237.80 remaining in the Institutional Portion.  As of December 31, 2020 the remaining $60,237.80 was fully expended.
  4. Rockford University also received $59,779 from the Institutional Stabilization monies due to lost fundraising revenue to due to COVID-19 conditions.  The full allotment of $59,779 has been accounted for since the reporting dates of 7/10/2020, 8/13/2020,  9/15/2020, and 9/30/2020.  Rockford University received an additional $698 from the Institutional Stabilization fund and it has been fully expended by 12/31/2020.
  5. Rockford University is required to post publicly their HEERF Quarterly Reports.  The reports and documentation can be viewed by clicking each of the reporting dates: September 30, 2020 (PDF) September 30 2020 REVISED January 21, 2021 (PDF) & additional support (PDF) December 31, 2020 (PDF) December 31, 2020 REVISED January 21, 2021 (PDF).The December 31, 2020 is the final report that covers all HEERF fund expenditures (institutional portion) under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act and will not require any further quarterly reporting.

Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2021 (CRRSAA)

HEERF II

The U.S. Department of Education requires that each school that applies for CRRSAA funding must submit a report within 6 months of receiving the funding from the U.S. Department of Education.  As of today, the reporting requirements have not been established.  In an effort to be as transparent as possible, we are posting similar required information that was used in CARES ACT reporting.

  1. Rockford University signed and received our Grant Award Notification from the U.S. Department of Education on January 17, 2021 under Section 314(a)(1) of the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2021 (CRRRSAA), Pub. L3 116-260. Rockford University intends to provide the same amount in financial aid grants to students under the CRRSSA funding as it did for the CARES ACT funding.
  2. The total amount of funds that Rockford University received was $2,013,312 of which $612,955 was distributed directly to students, $82,074 is identified for the supplemental Education Stabilization Fund, and $1,318,823 is identified for institutional reimbursement for expenses related to COVID-19.
  3. On the initial reporting date of May 13, 2021, Rockford University has distributed all $612,955 to students under Section 314(a)(1) of the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2021 (CRRRSAA). This is final and all HEERF II (CRRSAA) funds under the student portion have been expended.
  4. There was a total of 1,196 Rockford University students enrolled for the Spring 2020 semester, 348 students enrolled for the Summer 2020 semester, 1,275 students enrolled for the Fall 2020 semester, and 1,179 students enrolled for the Spring 2021 semester.
  5. On the initial reporting date of May 13, 2021, there were 180 Rockford University students who received an Emergency Financial Aid Grant for students under Section 314(a)(1) of the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2021 (CRRRSAA Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act.   This is final and all HEERF II (CRRSAA) funds under the student portion have been expended.
  6. Rockford University used a specific methodology to award the first round of the Emergency Financial Aid grants.  After the initial funding, an application process is being used.
  7. Rockford University sent an e-mail to all students, announcement on the student portal, as well a link on our homepage to the portal regarding guidance and instructions for requesting additional financial assistance. The link to the information can be found at:  https://www.rockford.edu/portal/heerf/

 

ARP: American Rescue Plan 

HEERF III

The U.S. Department of Education requires that each school that applies for HEERF funding must submit a report regarding the funding received from the HEERF programs

  1. Rockford University signed and received our Grant Award Notification from the U.S. Department of Education on May 24, 2021 under the American Rescue Plan (ARP), Public Law 117-2.  Rockford University intends to provide the applicable amount of funds designated under the ARP program to provide Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students.
  2. The total amount of funds that Rockford University received was $3,404,879 of which $1,702,440 is identified for grants to be distributed directly to students and $1,702,439 is identified for institutional reimbursement for expenses related to COVID-19.
  3. On the initial reporting date of July 8, 2021, Rockford University has distributed $0 to students under the American Rescue Plan (ARP), Public Law 117-2.  On the second reporting date (3rd calendar quarter ending 9/30/2021) of October 1, 2021 Rockford University has distributed all $1,702,440 to students under the American Rescue Plan (ARP), Public Law 117-2.  This is final and all HEERF III (ARP) funds under the student portion have been expended.
  4. There was a total of 1,196 Rockford University students enrolled for the Spring 2020 semester, 348 students enrolled for the Summer 2020 semester, 1,275 students enrolled for the Fall 2020 semester, 1,179 students enrolled for the Spring 2021 semester, and 346 students enrolled for the Summer 2021 semester.
  5. On the initial reporting date of July 8, 2021, there were 0 Rockford University students who received an Emergency Financial Aid Grant for students under American Rescue Plan (ARP), Public Law 117-2.  On the second reporting date (3rd calendar quarter ending 9/30/2021) of October 1, 2021, there were 412 students who received an Emergency Financial Aid Grant under the American Rescue Plan (ARP), Public Law 117-2.  This is final and all HEERF III (ARP) funds under the student portion have been expended.
  6. Rockford University used a specific methodology to award the Emergency Financial Aid grants.
  7. Rockford University sent an e-mail to all students, announcement on the student portal, as well a link on our homepage to the portal regarding guidance and instructions for requesting additional financial assistance. The link to the information can be found at:  https://www.rockford.edu/portal/heerf/

HEERF I, II, and III Institutional Portion Quarterly Reports

FY 2020

Q3 – HEERF I Quarterly Report Ending September 30, 2020 (PDF)

Q3 – HEERF I Quarterly Report Ending September 30, 2020 -REVISED  January 21 2021 (PDF)

Q4 – HEERF I Quarterly Report Ending December 31, 2020 (PDF)

Q4 – HEERF I Quarterly Report Ending December 31, 2020-REVISED January 21,2021 (PDF)

FY 2021

Q1 – HEERF I, II, and III Quarterly Report Ending March 31, 2021 (PDF)

Q2 – HEERF I, II, and III Quarterly Report Ending June 30, 2021 (PDF)

Q3 – HEERF I, II, and III Quarterly Report Ending September 30, 2021 – 00174800_HEERF_Q32021_101021 (PDF)

Q3 – HEERF I, II, and III Quarterly Report Ending September 30, 2021 REVISED January 5, 2022 – 00174800_HEERF_Q32021_101021 (PDF)

Q4 – HEERF I, II, and III Quarterly Report Ending December 31, 2021 – 00174800_HEERF_Q42021_011022 (PDF)

FY 2022

Q1 – HEERF I, II, and III Quarterly Report Ending March 31, 2022 – 00174800_HEERF_Q12022_041022 (PDF)

Q2 – HEERF I, II, and III Quarterly Report Ending June 30, 2022 – 00174800_HEERF_Q22022_07102022 (PDF)

Q3 – HEERF I, II, and III Quarterly Report Ending September 30, 2022 – 00174800_HEERF_Q32022_10102022 (PDF)

Q4 – HEERF I, II, and III Quarterly Report Ending December 31, 2022 –  00174800_HEERF_Q42022_01102023 (PDF)

FY 2023

Q1 – HEERF I, II, and III Quarterly Report Ending March 31, 2023 – 00174800_HEERF_Q12023_04102023 Final Report (PDF)

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