Joseph Early Emergency Relief Fund Application
On October 8, 2016, the Grand Valley State University community was stunned and saddened to learn that Joseph (Joe) D. Early, one of its own military-connected students, had suddenly passed away at just 32 years of age.
Joe graduated from Jenison High School in 2002, joined the U.S. Army in 2003 and served three tours of duty in Iraq as an M.P. After separating from Army, Joe enrolled at Grand Valley State University where he received his bachelor's degree, posthumously.
His parents, Judy and Tim Early, launched an emergency relief fund in his honor and loving memory which they continue to support financially. The purpose of this fund is to assist military-connected students at Grand Valley who may encounter unexpected financial hardships while completing their degree.
To apply for emergency funding or to contribute to the rolling fund, questions can be directed to the SVA-GVSU chapter.
With admiration and gratitude, we extend the most sincere gratitude to Judy and Tim Early for creating this funding opportunity for military-connected students in need!
-- On behalf of Student Veterans of America at Grand Valley State University
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