ISC Beds for International Students 2024

Every student deserves a nurturing environment that supports their academic journey, but for many international students at Iowa State University, the necessity of owning a comfortable bed remains out of reach.

That's why we are launching a fundraiser to provide beds for these students, and we need your support!

The International Student Council at Iowa State University, in collaboration with Habitat for Humanity of Central Iowa, dedicated faculty and staff members, and members of the Ames community are joining forces to address this pressing issue. Together, we want to ensure that every new international student with limited financial resources can start their educational journey with dignity and comfort by providing them with a bed of their own. By donating to our fundraiser, you will play a pivotal role in transforming the lives of these students and empowering them to excel in their studies.

Relocating to a foreign country for higher education is a monumental undertaking, often accompanied by significant financial strain. Many new international students at Iowa State University face tremendous challenges in affording even the most basic necessities. Your contribution, regardless of its size, will make a profound difference by removing a substantial barrier to academic and professional success.

Testimonies from previous Rest Assured Recipients

"As an international student, this donation was very vital as it saved me a lot of hassle and cost in my early days on campus."

"“As it was my first time live overseas, I felt warm when I got the donated bed by ISC. They helped me on demand. Without them, I may struggle with finding a proper place to choose a bed, to assemble a bed, and even to afford a bed. It is ISC that brings me a bed on time so that I do not have to sleep on floor."

"It's a very nice mattress and I like it so much. That is a good bed I can use for many years. Thanks to their action that touched me, I also start to give within my capacity, hoping to make our community more friendly."

“The Rest Assured initiative was well thought out, considering it targeted international students who were mostly new in town and had no connection with the community at the time. The mattress was also of very good quality and delivered right on time.”

"I was extremely grateful to have received the mattress and bed frame. I moved to Iowa with my husband and we were initially unaware that our apartment was unfurnished, so when we had the chance to request to participate in the Rest Assured initiative, we at least knew that we would have a place where to sleep."

Let's ensure that these students have the resources they need to unlock their full potential and thrive in their educational pursuits!

Together, we can forge a compassionate community that recognizes the importance of supporting our international student body. With your generous support, we can make a lasting impact on the lives of these individuals, fostering an inclusive environment where every student at Iowa State University can rest assured, dream big, and embark on a transformative educational journey. 

We also accept checks!

Checks can be made payable to ISU Foundation and mailed to:

ISU Foundation, PO Box 2230, Ames, IA 50010

Please note the name of the FundISU project on your check.

If you have questions or would like to discuss your gift with an ISU Foundation staff member, please email fundisu@foundation.iastate.edu or call 515-297-8616.