Oct 27, 2025
When a government shutdown hits, it’s not just politics—it’s people.
Robyn Kehoe with the Federal Employee Education and Assistance Fund (FEEA) joins FedUpward to talk about the emergency microgrants, loans, and resources available to help federal employees and their families weather financial hardship.
FEEA, a nonprofit that has supported feds for nearly 40 years, is stepping up once again to provide direct relief during the shutdown—alongside scholarships, emergency loans, and year-round programs that serve the federal workforce.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
How to apply for shutdown
microgrants before funds run out
What to know about emergency loans
and scholarship opportunities
Where to find state-specific
unemployment resources
How to donate or support FEEA’s
mission to help fellow feds
Why FEEA’s work continues long after the shutdown ends
Learn more or apply for assistance: https://feea.org
Donate to support federal employees in need: https://feea.org/donate
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