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    Think Back. Pay it Forward.

You took the AP courses, excelled in extracurricular activities, endured the anxiety filled college application process, and won a coveted spot in your dream college.

When you arrived on campus the excitement of embarking on a new journey may have been replaced by chronic financial anxiety, if you’re from a low- or moderate- income family.

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MY RICH AUNT helps make dreams come true

 

MY RICH AUNT will give quick financial boosts to full-time college and graduate students.

  • Need a new winter coat, ask MY RICH AUNT.

  • Computer, car, or phone needs to be fixed or replaced, ask MY RICH AUNT.

  • Can’t afford the study abroad program, ask MY RICH AUNT.

MY RICH AUNT is building a crowdfunding service connecting individual donors (honorary “aunties and uncles”) directly with low-income college and graduate students who need quick access to funds for study-abroad programs, winter coats, dorm essentials, and other expenses typically not covered by financial aid.

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MY RICH AUNT Pilot Launch

MY RICH AUNT is planning a pilot launch at 1-2 colleges for the 2026-2027 school year.

If you’re a college administrator or member of a student or alumni group interested in participating, let’s talk.