In a very challenging fiscal year, the Legislature voted to restore most of the funding cuts proposed for higher education and student aid programs. In addition, the historic New York Higher Education Loan Program (NYHELPs) was passed. These positive outcomes are the result of much effective advocacy efforts, including the support from our Facebook fans. While most financial aid and opportunity programs were restored or unharmed, Direct Institutional (“Bundy”) Aid received a six percent cut. “Bundy” Aid is often used to provide campus scholarships to those in need We will need your continued contact with policy leaders and your ongoing support in the months ahead. At this time, we encourage you to click here