-Social workers help remove barriers to success for individuals, communities, and organizations.

-U-M SSW prepares the next generation of social work leaders, and has been ranked the #1 SSW in the nation for 12 consecutive years.

-100% of your donation goes directly to supporting social work students.

-"I am pursuing this degree to be the social worker I needed; to ensure all children's rights are heard and advocated for. This funding allows me to focus on my education. I was recently in a major car accident and am very lucky to be alive. I am here for a reason, and it's to become a social worker." - SSW Student Emergency Aid Fund recipient, 2024

-"Thank you for being my saving grace. I will never forget this kindness and will always support funds like these in the future to pay it forward. I could not be more grateful." - SSW Student Emergency Aid Fund recipient, 2024

-“I came to Ann Arbor without firm financial aid, other than loans, to get my degree. The SSW and federal government supported me financially, which led to a long and rewarding career in public service. I want to give back to today’s students with this matching gift to encourage others to do so as well." - Janet Olszewski, MSW '75 and matching gift donor

-"As a student who greatly benefited from the support provided by the School of Social Work, I see this as a meaningful opportunity to give back and contribute to a life-changing experience that has shaped my path." - Charles Tommasulo, MSW ‘79 and matching gift donor

-"I gave to the U-M SSW Student Emergency Aid Fund because I feel, much like our social work clients need assistance managing emergencies, so do many MSW students. I see it as our role as alumni to provide such assistance. It makes a difference that counts." - Bill Cabin, MSW '04 and matching gift donor