help California students overcome health crises and stay in school.

help California students overcome health crises and stay in school.

Become a monthly donor to the Orion Fund and help California students overcome health crises and stay in school.

The Steady Star Club is The Orion Fund’s community of monthly supporters—people just like you who want to make a real, lasting difference for California college students facing health crises. By joining, you become a steady source of hope, ensuring that students have the support they need to heal, recover, and continue their education, no matter what life throws their way.

Each monthly gift, no matter the size, is like a guiding star—reliable, consistent, and always there when it’s needed most. As a member of The Steady Star Club, you’re not just giving; you’re helping students find their way through some of their toughest moments, month after month.

Welcome to
The Steady Star Club

Why Join The Steady Star Club?

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    Fast, Practical Help

    Your recurring gift helps students cover urgent medical bills, rent, food, and school expenses missed by insurance or aid.

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    Sustained Impact

    Monthly gifts let us say “yes” faster and more often, expanding our safety net to reach more students, more reliably.

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    Community of Compassion

    You’ll join a passionate group of change-makers who believe in education, resilience, and second chances.

Now more than ever, California college students need a helping hand. Stand beside them. Every. Single. Month.

At The Orion Fund, we believe no student should have to put their dreams on hold due to a health emergency. Every year, college students across California face unexpected medical crises—serious illnesses, accidents, and life-changing diagnoses. When those moments hit, your monthly support becomes a lifeline.

 Our Students,

 Our Heroes 

Resilient, Determined, Positive, Diverse.

Our students are our heroes and our next generation. At The Orion Fund, we stand beside our students with compassion, strength, and hope—ensuring that their dreams of a college education remain within reach. Because every student deserves a fair chance to succeed.

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What Your Support Means

By giving monthly, you…

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    Help remove the strain students face to stay in school, in housing, and retaining their health care.

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    Help us partner with over 65 California colleges and universities, building a statewide network of hope.

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    Invest in the next generation of doctors, artists, scientists, and leaders—students who refuse to be defined by adversity.

The Steady Stars FAQ

  • The Steady Star Club is a community of supporters who make automatic, recurring donations to help California college students facing serious health crises. Your steady support ensures students get urgent financial help when they need it most.

  • Every dollar you give directly supports students experiencing unexpected medical emergencies. Your donation helps remove the strain students face staying in school, in housing, and retaining their health care,

  • Yes! The Orion Fund is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Your monthly gifts are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. We’ll send you an annual summary of your giving for your records.

  • It’s easy! Just select your preferred amount and payment method on our donation form. You can update, pause, or cancel your monthly gift anytime by logging into your account and updating your payment settings or by contacting us at info@theorionfund.org.

  • Absolutely. There’s an option on our donation form to make your gift in honor or memory of a loved one. We’ll be happy to send an acknowledgment if you wish.

  • 100%. We use industry-standard encryption and secure payment processing to protect your personal and financial information. Your privacy and security are our top priorities.

Ready to Make a Difference All Year Long?

Every dollar goes further when it’s consistent. Your ongoing support means more students get the help they need, when they need it most.

Let’s build a future where no student is left behind by crisis. Join our monthly giving community and be the reason a student’s story keeps going.

Questions? Reach us at info@theorionfund.org or check out our Student Stories for more inspiration.