The word "needy" means someone who requires assistance, support, or help because they lack basic necessities, resources, or emotional support. Full definition
Typically, several scholarships are available annually for needy students in order to assure the diversity of our program participants. (friendsoffillmore.org)
The proposal only addresses tuition costs, for which there is already lots of help for needy students. (timesunion.com)
My sister worked for the police department in another town and she added me to their list of needy families. (theinspiredroom.net)