Coronavirus Relief Funding

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Quarterly Budget and Expenditure Report - March 31, 2023

Quarterly Budget and Expenditure Report - December 31, 2022

Quarterly Budget and Expenditure Report - September 30, 2022

Quarterly Budget and Expenditure Report - June 30, 2022

Quarterly Budget and Expenditure Report - March 31, 2022

Quarterly Budget and Expenditure Report - December 31, 2021

Quarterly Budget and Expenditure Report - September 30, 2021

Quarterly Budget and Expenditure Report - June 30, 2021

Quarterly Budget and Expenditure Report - March 31, 2021

Quarterly Budget and Expenditure Report - December 31, 2020

Quarterly Budget and Expenditure Report - September 30, 2020

Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund III (HEERF III), also called the American Rescue Plan (ARP)

Allocations

John Tyler Community College/Brightpoint Community College was allocated approximately $14,396,890 through the ARP. This includes:

• Approximately $7,340,198 for Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students (Section 2003 (a)(1) programs ALN 84.425E- Higher Education Emergency Relief (HEER) Fund III).

• Approximately $7,056,692 for Emergency Institutional Grants (Section 2003 (a)(1) programs ALN 84.425F- Higher Education Emergency Relief (HEER) Fund III).

Higher Education Emergency Financial Aid Grants

The college received ARP funds in the amount of $7,346,598.00* to provide Higher Education Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students** under Section 2003 (a)(1) programs ALN 84.425E of the ARP.

A student may receive this grant if:

• The student applied and was eligible for Title IV Federal Student Aid Programs as determined by the 2021/2022 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) with a valid Expected Family Contribution (EFC).

• The student was actively enrolled, on-campus half-time (6 credits) or greater for fall 2021 or spring 2022 semester specifically.

• Additionally, courses must be required for completion of declared degree or certificate program meeting Financial Aid Course Audit (FACA) requirements.

• Recipients are encouraged to use the funds in a manner that will support continuing their education in an online learning environment. This may include obtaining a device such as tablet or laptop, obtaining internet access or data plans, obtaining course materials, or other needs that will allow students to continue pursuing a higher education credential. Other needs may include food, housing, health care, childcare or other expenses.

*$3,267,800 of initial allocation will be disbursed based on a range starting at $1,100 determined by need. There were approximately 2,235 students meeting the above criteria. The remaining $4,099,998.00 will be disbursed during the spring 2022 and summer 2022 semesters.

*$3,249,800 of remaining allocation was disbursed for spring 2022 on a range starting at $1,100 determined by need. There were approximately 2,133 students meeting the above criteria. The remaining $828,938 will be disbursed during the summer 2022 semester.

*$828,938 of remaining allocation was disbursed for summer 2022 on a range starting at $1,250 determined by need. There were approximately 597 students meeting the above criteria.

Frequently Asked Questions- Higher Education Emergency Financial Aid Grants

What are ARP Funds?

The Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund III (HEERFIII) provided an additional $39.6 billion to colleges and universities nationwide for emergency financial aid to be distributed to enrolled students who are Title IV eligible and have expenses related to campus disruption due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Who is eligible?

The ARP Fund provides emergency financial aid grants to students for expenses related to the disruption of campus operations due to coronavirus. If you enrolled in at least six financial aid eligible credits for the fall 2021, spring 2022, or summer 2022 semester and if you filed a 2021-2022 FAFSA with a valid Expected Family Contribution (EFC), you are eligible for HEERF III emergency grant funding.

How will I know if I am receiving an ARP emergency grant?

A message will be posted to eligible recipients' myBrightpoint student center.

How will I receive the funds?

The funds will be released to eligible recipients based on their selected refund preference in the Nelnet–Brightpoint refund portal. Direct deposit is the quickest method to receive ARP funds. If not already selected, eligible recipients may select direct deposit for their refund preference in the Refund Portal. Otherwise, the funds will be released to recipients by paper check. Eligible recipients should make sure their mailing address is updated in myBrightpoint.

What are the tax implications for students receiving an ARP emergency grant?

The IRS has provided a page of FAQs relating to ARP emergency grants and the tax implications for students.

Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund II (HEERF II), also called the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act (CRRSA Act)

Allocations

John Tyler Community College was allocated approximately $8,515,588 through the CRRSA Act. This includes:

• Approximately $1,724,392 for Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students (Section 314- Higher Education Emergency Relief (HEER) Fund II).
• Approximately $6,446,593 for Emergency Institutional Grants (Section 314-Higher Education Emergency Relief (HEER) Fund II).
• Approximately $344,603 for Emergency MSI &SIP Grants (Section 314-Higher Education Emergency Relief (HEER) Fund II).

Higher Education Emergency Financial Aid Grants

The college received ARP funds in the amount of $7,346,598.00* to provide Higher Education Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students** under Section 2003 (a)(1) programs ALN 84.425E of the ARP. A student may receive this grant if:

• The student applied and was eligible for Title IV Federal Student Aid Programs as determined by the 2021/2022 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) with a valid Expected Family Contribution (EFC).
• The student was actively enrolled, on-campus half-time (6 credits) or greater for fall 2021 or spring 2022 semester specifically.
• Additionally, courses must be required for completion of declared degree or certificate program meeting Financial Aid Course Audit (FACA) requirements.

Recipients are encouraged to use the funds in a manner that will support continuing their education in an online learning environment. This may include obtaining a device such as tablet or laptop, obtaining internet access or data plans, obtaining course materials, or other needs that will allow students to continue pursuing a higher education credential. Other needs may include food, housing, health care, childcare or other expenses.

*$3,267,800 of initial allocation will be disbursed based on a range starting at $1,100 determined by need. There were approximately 2,235 students meeting the above criteria. The remaining $4,099,998.00 will be disbursed during the spring 2022 and summer 2022 semesters.

*$3,249,800 of remaining allocation was disbursed for spring 2022 on a range starting at $1,100 determined by need. There were approximately 2,133 students meeting the above criteria. The remaining $828,938 will be disbursed during the summer 2022 semester.

*$828,938 of remaining allocation was disbursed for summer 2022 on a range starting at $1,250 determined by need. There were approximately 597 students meeting the above criteria.

Frequently Asked Questions- Higher Education Emergency Financial Aid Grants

What are CRRSA Act Funds?

The Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund II (HEERFII) provided an additional $22.7 billion to colleges and universities nationwide for emergency financial aid to be distributed to enrolled students who are Title IV eligible and have expenses related to campus disruption due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Who is eligible?

The ARP Fund provides emergency financial aid grants to students for expenses related to the disruption of campus operations due to coronavirus. If you enrolled in at least six financial aid eligible credits for the fall 2021, spring 2022, or summer 2022 semester and if you filed a 2021-2022 FAFSA with a valid Expected Family Contribution (EFC), you are eligible for HEERF III emergency grant funding.

How will I know if I am receiving a CARES Act emergency grant?

A message will be posted to eligible recipients' myBrightpoint student center.

How will I receive the funds?

The funds will be released to eligible recipients based on their selected refund preference in the TMS–Brightpoint refund portal. Direct deposit is the quickest method to receive CRRSA Act funds . If not already selected, eligible recipients may select direct deposit for their refund preference on the college's Refund Portal and click Register. Otherwise, the funds will be released to recipients by paper check. Eligible recipients should make sure their mailing address is updated in myTyler.

What are the tax implications for students receiving a CRRSA Act emergency grant?

The IRS has provided a page of FAQs relating to CRRSA Act emergency grants and the tax implications for students.

Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF)

Allocations

John Tyler Community College/Brightpoint Community College was allocated approximately $4,461,164 through the CARES Act. This includes:

• Approximately $1,724,392 for Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students (Section 18004-Higher Education Emergency Relief (HEER) Fund).
• Approximately $1,724,392 for Emergency Institutional Grants (Section 18004-Higher Education Emergency Relief (HEER) Fund).
• Approximately $173,039 for Emergency MSI &SIP Grants (Section 18004-Higher Education Emergency Relief (HEER) Fund).
• Approximately $343,764 for Facility Cleaning/PPE (Section 5001-Coronavirus Relief Fund (CRF)).
• Approximately $288,736 for Transition Employees to Telework (Section 5001-Coronavirus Relief Fund (CRF)).
• Approximately $54,364 for Financial Aid (VSFAP) (Section 18002- Governor's Emergency Education Relief (GEER) Fund).
• Approximately $152,477 for Last Dollar Aid Displaced Workers (Section 18002- Governor's Emergency Education Relief (GEER) Fund).

Higher Education Emergency Financial Aid Grants

The received CARES Act funds in the amount of $1,724,392.00* to provide Higher Education Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students** under Section 18004 (a)(1) of the CARES Act. A student may receive this grant if:

• The student applied and was eligible for Title IV Federal Student Aid Programs as determined by the 2019/2020 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) with an Expected Family Contribution (EFC) of $20,000 or less
• The student was actively enrolled, on-campus half-time (6 credits) or greater for spring 2020 semester as of the National Emergency Declaration on March 13, 2020. 
• Additionally, courses must be required for completion of declared degree or certificate program meeting Financial Aid Course Audit (FACA) requirements 

Recipients are encouraged to use the funds in a manner that will support continuing their education in an online learning environment. This may include obtaining a device such as tablet or laptop, obtaining internet access or data plans, obtaining course materials, or other needs that will allow students to continue pursuing a higher education credential. Other needs may include food, housing, health care, childcare or other expenses. 

*$1,718052.00 of initial allocation will be disbursed in the amount of $915.00 per student. There were approximately 1,876 students meeting the above criteria.

**Approximately 2,047 students at the college are eligible to participate in programs under Section 484 in Title IV of the High Education Act of 1965.

Frequently Asked Questions – Higher Education Emergency Financial Aid Grants

What are CARES Act Funds? 

The Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF) provided $6 billion to colleges and universities nationwide for emergency financial aid to be distributed to enroll students who are Title IV eligible and have expenses related to campus disruption due to COVID-19 pandemic. Please note that CARES Act Emergency Aid Funds are separate from Brightpoint's Emergency Fund grants.

Who is eligible? 

The CARES Act Emergency Aid Fund provides emergency financial aid grants to students for expenses related to the disruption of campus operations due to coronavirus. If you were enrolled in at least six financial-aid eligible credits on March 13, 2020, that were not exclusively online prior to March 13, 2020 and if you filed a 2019-2020 FAFSA with an Expected Family Contribution (EFC) of 20,000 or less, you are eligible for CARES Act emergency grant funding.  

How will I know if I am receiving a CARES Act emergency grant? 

A message will be posted to eligible recipients' myBrightpoint student center.

How will I receive the funds? 

The funds will be released to eligible recipients based on their selected refund preference in the TMS–Brightpoint refund portal. Direct deposit is the quickest method to receive CARES Act funds. If not already selected, eligible recipients may select direct deposit for their refund preference on the college's Refund Portal and click Register. Otherwise, the funds will be released to recipients by paper check. Eligible recipients should make sure their mailing address is updated in myBrightpoint. 

What are the tax implications for students receiving a CARES Act emergency grant?

The IRS has provided a page of FAQs relating to CARES Act emergency grants and the tax implications for students.