Donate to TISLA

The Institute of Student Loan Advisors (TISLA) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit that is funded through grants, donations and fee for service products sold to employers, colleges, associations and other entities passionate about helping consumers with their student debt.  Note that the use of our site as well as our email based one on one counseling and dispute resolution is free to consumers - period.  While we are grateful for any donations as they allow us to continue our mission, it is not necessary nor expected for consumers to make a donation of any kind to receive our free services.  If you choose to make a donation, we thank you for helping to provide the resources needed to ensure that all consumers have access to fair, free, expert student loan advice.

The Institute of Student Loan Advisors is a charitable organization, EIN 82-2724117. All donations are deemed tax deductible absent any limitations of deductibility applicable to a particular taxpayer. No goods or services were provided in exchange for your contribution.

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Jennifer Coonan | $100

Anonymous | $1,000

TISLA was instrumental in me getting a significant refund back that I would never have gotten without their help (I had even contacted my Senators, this was a 3 year long saga on which I spent literally hundreds of hours). Thank you so much.

Sam

Anonymous | $2,000

TISLA kept me sane while I was trying to maneuver the chaos that was the Public Service Loan Forgiveness process. I received a check for monies I overpaid to my loans. I hope this donation of a portion of that money can help TISLA help other borrowers to find relief. Thank you Betsy and the team!

Mike | $50

Greatly appreciate your constant counsel!

Alexandria | $10

Thank you Addison for your guidance on my situation!

Matt | $100

Thank you to Besty and team for the guidance. We need more advocates like this!

Anonymous | $50

Thank you Betsy514 and all your staff for the excellent work you do in helping us with student loans

Grantham | $100

I never used TISLA but I’ve lurked r/StudentLoans for six years now. Betsy, you are a light for so many people. I’ve read thousands of stories of folks lost under the weight of their debt and unsure of how to begin untangling themselves - but you have always been there to help. There are so many predators out there shoveling false promises. What you do - providing neutral, honest, and well structured guidance - is nothing short of remarkable. I am really glad to see how much recognition you have received for your contributions. Thank you for everything you do.

Pedro | $10

Jerry | $50

Thanks you Betsy as always!

Anonymous | $25

Thx for your help on Reddit!

Anonymous

Betsy, Addison, and the whole TISLA team are literal lifesavers. I would have no idea what to do, or what my options are, if it weren't for them. The student loan situation is so very messy and complex, and our servicers have not yet proven capable of helping borrowers navigate it. Only TISLA has proven capable of that. These people deserve every resource possible because countless borrowers like myself would be in a much, much worse financial situation if not for them. Thank you all from the bottom of my heart, and I hope to God - for all our sakes - that you never go anywhere.

Timothy Smith | $100

Thank you Betsy and all for your amazing help on Reddit!

Brit

Thanks so much, you guys provide an absolutely essential public service and are the only reliable resource I know for help with these endlessly frustrating, demoralizing, and opaque challenges. Can't say enough good things about your organization. Unfortunately I think you'll be even busier in the new year. Thanks a million!

William Clark | $50

Thank you

Erin Moon-Walker | $50

Bill | $50

Anonymous | $500

I can’t imagine what I would have done without your advice on reddit. I was a lurker, never commenter, but like so many, was guided by your poised voice of reason though this crazy process. Thank YOU for your service and for being our champion!

Ann

What an incredible service! Addison was incredibly knowledgeable, quick to respond, and very patient with all of my questions.

Kent

Thank You for your timely advice!!!

Indra

Your team is amazing! I am so grateful for their detailed and helpful support !!! Especially Addison.

Alison

TISLA's been invaluable in understanding & navigating my student loans. TISLA's a lifesaver. TISLA was recommended to me by an attorney. After they resolved an issue with a university I had a few more questions / issues. The att'y could have made more bucks, but suggested I try TISLA & its reddit sites first. I thought "wha?" But it was great advice. I've recommended TISLA to many others. Please continue this public service

Beaux

Angie | $100

Thank you for helping me and so many others! I am eternally grateful for your counsel as I navigated the path to forgiveness. I no longer have student loan debt! Thank you!

Jun | $200

Thank you to Addison, Pat, and all those at Tisla!! I would have probably given up without your guidance! PSLF worked!!!

Cavan | $100

Hello, I value your time and what you all are doing to help others like myself.

Patrick Taylor

Hope this helps someone else get the help and answers they need. Don't know if they will be able to help me with my situation but I'm hopeful.Thank you for at least responding back. God bless all of you for the work you do .

Thomas

Thank you so much for all the support in navigating a frustrating and difficult process!

Rick Mooney | $50

I'm so thankful for your organization and most of all Betsy! I was feeling so helpless with my parent plus loan and the double consolidation process..I was told no by Mohela but she insisted ( along with Addison) that I be patient and submit it again on paper and it worked!I appreciate you and hope you can continue to help others with their loan situations!