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Thank You for getting Comfy for a Cause!
Thank you for participating in the Comfy for a Cause campaign, benefiting the Student Emergency Fund! Your generosity will play a crucial role in ensuring students facing unexpected challenges have access to the vital support they need, from emergency housing to essential academic tools.
This year, over $10,600 was raised for the Student Emergency Fund! We are deeply grateful for your commitment to helping our students thrive.
We can’t wait to see you back in Fall 2026 for our eighth annual Comfy for a Cause campaign!
Love your Comfy item? Post a photo and tag us @uofralumni or submit your photo to annualfunds@rochester.edu.
Your Impact: The Student Emergency Fund
The Student Emergency Fund is available to students year-round and provides vital financial support for unexpected challenges. Some of the most frequent areas of need include:
• Emergency shelter, rent or housing support
• Academic tools and technology
• Unexpected medical expenses
• Weather appropriate clothing, shoes, and outerwear
• Emergency transportation
How It Started
Comfy for a Cause launched in 2019 to support the newly established Student Emergency Fund, aimed at providing financial assistance to students in need. Since then, the Basic Needs Hub on the River Campus—funded by the Student Emergency Fund—has received over 550 emergency assistance requests annually, and the need for immediate resources has only increased. Thanks to the generosity of the University of Rochester community, more than $58,000 has been raised through Comfy for a Cause, directly benefiting students.
This year is the seventh annual Comfy for a Cause, and the second in collaboration with the Eastman School of Music. Special Eastman designs are available supporting the Eastman Musical Assistance Fund. Learn more about the Eastman edition of Comfy for a Cause on our website.
Special thank you to our Comfy for a Cause models: Savannah Baker ’26, Caleb Jakes ’26, Samantha Magowo ’27, Huzaifa Muhammad ’26, Austin Okoase ’26, Alin Sung ’26
FAQs
What if I don’t want comfy gear but still want to help?
Visit the Comfy for a Cause web store and add the donation amount of your choice to your cart to support the Student Emergency Fund. 100% of your gift will directly benefit students in need. Thank you for your generosity!
Can I make an additional gift with my purchase?
Yes! From the web store, you can add an additional gift to your cart before checkout. Thank you for your generosity!
How can I find out more about the Rochester emergency funds?
Visit the Rochester website for more information about our emergency funds.
Is there a sizing chart available?
Yes, above the size selection drop down there is a ‘Size Chart’ option. Please note that all sales are final, and we are unable to accommodate exchanges or returns, so we encourage you to select your size carefully.
Can you guarantee my item will be in stock?
In the unlikely circumstance that a certain item or size is no longer in stock, you will be notified, and with your approval, we will replace it with a similar item. We encourage you to place your order early to ensure you receive your preferred item and size.
Can I exchange or return items?
Unfortunately, exchanges and returns cannot be accommodated as all sales are final.
Do you ship internationally?
At this time, we can only ship to addresses in the United States.
When can I expect to receive my purchase?
Your order will begin production immediately after it is placed. Production typically takes five business days and then will ship. You will receive a confirmation email including tracking information. You should expect to receive your item(s) by mid-November.
Are the items embroidered or screen printed with the logo?
The crewneck sweatshirt and joggers have a screen-printed logo. The fleece jacket and puffer vest have an embroidered logo.
6th Annual Comfy for a Cause
Coming Soon!
Still have questions?
Please contact Anna Booth, Associate Director of Student and Young Alumni Giving at anna.booth@rochester.edu.
