Massachusetts Jobs with Justice is a coalition of community, faith, and labor groups in Massachusetts organizing working people and allies to fight for the rights of all workers: locally, nationally, and internationally.

 

Massachusetts Workers Emergency Relief Funds

**As of August 9, 2020 we have paused on updating this document since distribution of many of these funds has slowed down or stopped. If you have any new funds to add or updates to share about funds

.already on this list, please email jwj@massjwj.net.

Compiled by Massachusetts Jobs with Justice for workers affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.  Workers should apply for these funds regardless of immigration status. Please research, apply, and share.  This is a work in progress! If you find new funds, please let us know! And please reach out if you would like to volunteer to help workers, particularly ones who are not fluent in English or need help with technology, jwj@massjwj.net.

Please share *This* link:  https://bit.ly/MassWorkerReliefFunds 

Click here to find the index and listing in the following languages--

Spanish: https://bit.ly/FondosdeApoyoTrabajadoresdeMA 

Portuguese: https://bit.ly/FundosdeEmergenciaPortuges 

Haitian Creole: https://bit.ly/SoulajmanFonIjanspouMA 

Bengali: https://bit.ly/MassWorkersFundsBengali 

Chinese: https://bit.ly/MassWorkersFundsChinese 

Arabic: https://bit.ly/MassEmergencyFundsArabic
Vietnamese:
https://bit.ly/MassEmergencyFundsVietnamese 

French: https://bit.ly/MAWorkerReliefFundsFrench 

If you need help applying for the funds below, please reach out to jwj@massjwj.net.

Index of Funds (click on link to jump to detailed description of the fund)

Fund

Industry / Eligibility

Affiliated with JwJ

Mass Undocu Fund

Undocumented workers and families

Y

National Domestic Workers Alliance (NDWA) Coronavirus Care Fund

Domestic Workers

Y

One Fair Wage

Service Workers

Y

Restaurant Opportunities Centers (ROC) Relief Fund

Service Workers

Y

Restaurant Workers Community Fund

Service Workers

United States Bartenders Guil

SBG) National Charity Foundation Emergency Fund

Service Workers

Service Workers Mutual Aid Fund

Service Workers

Emergency Funds for Boston Area Service Workers (GoFundMe)

Service Workers (Greater Boston)

Boston Area COVID-19 Restaurant Emergency Fund (GoFundMe)

Service Workers (Greater Boston)

Cambridge and Somerville Hospitality Relief

Service Workers (Cambridge, Somerville)

Support Downtown Lowell Bar & Restaurant workers

Service Workers (Downtown Lowell)

#LiftYourSpirits Fund

Restaurant Workers

CORE Covid-19 Relief Program

Food and Beverage Workers who have tested positive for COVID-19

CareAcademy Support Fund for Direct Care Workers

Domestic Workers (New England)

United Way COVID-19 Community Response and Recovery Fund ah

Anyone can apply

Modest Needs Grants

Low income workers (see fund for details on eligibility)

COVID-19 Mutual Aid Fund for LGBTQI+ BIPOC Folks

LGBTQI+ People of color prioritized

COVID-19: Emergency Grant Application for LGBTQ Youth Projects (Massachusetts)

Youth (25 and under), preference for LGBTQ youth

National Day Laborer Network Immigrant Worker Safety Net Fund

Immigrant Workers

Betancourt Macias Fund for Undocumented Families

Undocumented people

Union Capital Boston

Anyone in Greater Boston can apply

Cambridge Community Foundation COVID-19 Emergency Fund

Individuals/Nonprofits (Cambridge)

Cape Cod and Major Islands Fund

Anyone on Cape Cod or the Islands

Berkshire County

Anyone in Berkshire County

Boston Artist Relief Fund

Artists in Boston

The Creator Fund

Active Creators

Boston Singers Relief Fund

Singer in New England

PEAR Fund

Musicians

Boston Music Makers Fund

Greater Boston Musicians

Essex County Artists Fund

Artists in Essex County, MA

It Takes a Village Fund

Parents

College Student Emergency Relief Mini Grants

College students in Greater Boston

UNITE HERE Education and Support Fund

UNITE HERE members

Pioneer Valley Workers Center Undocu-Worker Solidarity Fund

Undocumented Workers in Western Massachusetts

Cambridge Mayor’s Disaster Relief Fund 

Lower income Cambridge residents (regardless of immigration status)

One Chelsea Fund

All Chelsea residents

Red Sox Foundation Emergency Hardship Fund

Anyone (regardless of immigration status) in New England and Southwest Florida

United We Dream National UndocuFund

Anyone regardless of imimgration status

Lynn Rapid Response Network Urgent Micro-Grants for Immigrants

Immigrant families with a family member living in Lynn

National Support Fund for Undocumented Immigrants

Undocumented immigrants


Affiliated / Vetted Funds

Mass Undocu Fund

https://www.massundocufund.org

Massachusetts fund started by Jobs with Justice, Matahari Workers Center and Restaurant Opportunities Center for undocumented workers in response to COVID-19

Who?

Undocumented workers and families in Massachusetts

How much?

$300

How to apply?

Funds not available right now - when open fill out form, organizer will call you

Link to apply at:

https://www.massundocufund.org/apply

How fast is the turnaround?

Applications reviewed on a weekly, rolling basis

What languages are the website and application available in?

Over 50 languages using google translate

Link to donate to the fund

https://www.massundocufund.org

One Fair Wage

Fund: www.ofwemergencyfund.org    Campaign: www.onefairwage.org

National fund through the One Fair Wage campaign for service industry workers.

Who?

Tipped workers, service workers, restaurant workers, gig workers (including restaurant workers, delivery drivers, Uber/Lyft drivers)

How much?

Amount not specified, will be direct cash to worker. Priority given to those most in need.

How to apply?

Fill out the form, and an organizer from One Fair Wage will follow up in 7-10 days

Link to apply at:

English: https://ofwemergencyfund.org/help

Spanish: https://ofwemergencyfund.org/ayuda

How fast is the turnaround?

You will receive a call from an organizer in 7-10 business days. Thank you for your patience as we are inundated with requests.

What languages are the website and application available in?

English, Spanish

Link to donate to the fund

https://secure.actblue.com/donate/ofwfund

National Domestic Workers Alliance (NDWA) Coronavirus Care Fund

https://domesticworkers.org/coronavirus-care-fund

National fund through the NDWA for domestic workers.

Who?

Domestic workers (including in-home care workers, nannies, and house cleaners)

How much?

Not specified

How to apply?

Has not started yet, workers text RELIEF to 97779 to get updates from NDWA, and find out when the Coronavirus Care Fund applications are ready.

Link to apply at:

None yet

How fast is the turnaround?

Not specified, and hasn’t started distributing yet.

Other resources

Overall page of resources for domestic works in this time:

English: https://membership.domesticworkers.org/coronavirus/

Spanish: https://membership.domesticworkers.org/recursos-sobre-el-coronavirus-covid-19/?lang=es

Tips for employers of domestic workers (scroll down a littl

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Link to donate to the fund

https://secure.actblue.com/donate/coronavirus-care-fund?refcode=covidfundwebpage

Restaurant Opportunities Centers (ROC) Relief Fund

https://rocunited.org/relief/?ceid=8648&emci=81616fb5-a668-ea11-a94c-00155d03b5dd&emdi=a71743ac-ab68-ea11-a94c-00155d03b5dd

National Fund run by ROC.

Who?

Service industry workers.

How much?

Not specified

How to apply?

Fill out form and organizer will follow up.

Link to apply at:

https://rocunited.org/relief/application/

How fast is the turnaround?

Not specified.

What languages are the website and application available in?

English

Link to donate to the fund

https://rocunited.org/relief/donate/

Not affiliated:

Nonprofits

National Support Fund for Undocumented Immigrants

https://www.lahuelga.com/fondo

National fund started by Cosecha to support undocumented immigrants.

Who?

Undocumented immigrants living anywherein the US, that have not received a grant from the Cosecha fund already during COVID.

How much?

$300

How to apply?

Fill out application at 7:00pm on Friday May 22, 2020.

Link to apply at:

https://www.lahuelga.com/fondo

How fast is the turnaround?

2-3 weeks

What languages are the website and application available in?

Spanish

Link to donate to the fund

https://secure.actblue.com/donate/cosechamutualaid?express_lane_other=true&refcode=website_express_lane_other

Pioneer Valley Workers Center Undocu-Worker Solidarity Fund

https://pvworkerscenter.org/undocu-fund/

Local fund for undocumented workers in all sectors in Western Massachusetts

Who?

Undocumented workers in all sectors in Western Massachusetts

How much?

Not specified

How to apply?

Applications will open soon

Link to apply at:

https://pvworkerscenter.org/undocu-fund/

How fast is the turnaround?

What languages are the website and application available in?

English, Spanish

Link to donate to the fund

https://pvworkerscenter.z2systems.com/np/clients/pvworkerscenter/donation.jsp?campaign=45

Cambridge Mayor’s Disaster Relief Fund

https://www.cambridgema.gov/covid19/mayorsfundapplication

Financial relief for rent, mortgage, utilities and household needs for lower income Cambridge residents regardless of immigration status.

Who?

Applicants must:

  • Live in Cambridge
  • Rent in Cambridge
  • Own a home through the Cambridge Affordable Homeownership Program
  • Lost income because of COVID
  • Income must be at or below 100% of the Area Median Income (AMI) before COVID closures (based on household size)

Applicants must prove Cambridge residency, income eligibility, and loss of income but there are multiple ways to prove this so that immigration status does not necessarly have to be a barrier.

How much?

Maximum of $4,000, specific eligibility will be determined. One month of utilities, rent or mortgage payments and household assistance limited at $250 per person and capped at $1,000 per household.

How to apply?

Apply online or cal 617-349-9797. By phone leave a voicemail and a city staff person will attempt to return all calls within 2 days. Voicemail can be left in English or in separate voicemail boxes in Amharic, Arabic, Bangla, Chinese, Haitian Creole, Portugeuse, and Spanish.

Link to apply at:

https://cambridgema.viewpointcloud.com/categories/1126/record-types/6765

How fast is the turnaround?

Not specified but for payments due by May 15th.

What languages are the website and application available in?

Website available in over 40 languages through google translate.

Online application seems to be only in English but if you call 617-349-9797 you can leave a message and receive a call back from staff in Amharic, Arabic, Bangla, Chinese, Haitian Creole, Portugeuse, or  Spanish to apply over phone.

Link to donate to the fund

n/a

United We Dream National UndocuFund

https://unitedwedream.org/nationalundocufund/?fbclid=IwAR3TSZYUtNl_IwgUgAgA1NNJaP6fWKsdO-4isvT1QmX7j9l5bsBGVmxeV_s

National fund for financial assistance regardless of immigration status.

Who?

Individuals who are NOT eligible for unemployment AND have NOT received a stimulus check.

Additionally applicants must meet one of the additional criteria listed on the website.

How much?

$400

How to apply?

Check back on Friday April 24 for application.

Link to apply at:

https://unitedwedream.org/nationalundocufund/?fbclid=IwAR3TSZYUtNl_IwgUgAgA1NNJaP6fWKsdO-4isvT1QmX7j9l5bsBGVmxeV_s

How fast is the turnaround?

Not specified

What languages are the website and application available in?

English

Link to donate to the fund

https://secure.actblue.com/donate/nationalundocufund?refcode=info-page-link

One Chelsea Fund

https://unitedwaymassbay.org/covid-19/the-one-chelsea-fund/

Local fund for Chelsea residents, should be able to apply regardless of immigration status.

Who?

Chelsea residents

How much?

$250 per household

How to apply?

Contact one of the following Chelsea-based organizations via email:

  • The Chelsea Collaborative: Dinanyili Paulino, dinanyilip@chelseacollab.org
  • GreenRoots, chelseafund@greenrootschelsea.org
  • The Neighborhood Developers Pandemic Hotline, COVID19FUND@tndinc.org

Link to apply at:

Email above contacts

How fast is the turnaround?

Not specified

What languages are the website and application available in?

Website available in Spanish, Portuguese, French, Russian, Italian and German.

Additional language support available at organizations themselves.

Link to donate to the fund

https://unitedwayconnect.org/comm/SinglePageRegPledge.jsp?EnvelopeKeyHex=654643364D224A3123387E3E&SA=15672678&DA=7177124&SC=ChelseaCovid19

National Day Laborer Network Immigrant Worker Safety Net Fund

https://ndlon.org/immigrant-worker-safety-net-fund/

National fund for immigrant, refugee low wage workers and day laborers.

Who?

Immigrant workers

How much?

How to apply?

Not launched yet

Link to apply at:

How fast is the turnaround?

What languages are the website and application available in?

Link to donate to the fund

https://secure.actblue.com/donate/immigrantworkersafetynetfund

United Way COVID-19 Community Response and Recovery Fund

https://www.unitedway.org/recovery/covid19?utm_source=direct&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=covid19&utm_content=learnmore#

National assistance through the United Way.

Who?

Anyone.

How much?

Not specified.

How to apply?

Apply through United Way’s 211 program.

Dial 211 in service area.

Toll-free alternative number: 877-211-6277

Alternative number: 508-370-4991

Link to apply at:

http://211.org/services/covid19

https://mass211.org

How fast is the turnaround?

Not specified.

What languages are the website and application available in?

Available in over 100 languages.

Link to donate to the fund

https://secure.unitedway.org/j/step/covid19-donate?source=landingpage&subsource=covid19&utm_source=landingpage&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=covid19&utm_content=donate

Union Capital Boston

https://charity.gofundme.com/o/en/campaign/supporting-bostonians-in-need-during-covid-19

Local fund for Greater Boston residents affected by closures. Using their infrastructure already in place they are distributing Visa gift cards to applicants.

Union Capital Boston is an organization that gets people involved in civic engagement/volunteering through their app, participants earn rewards for the volunteering that they do.

Who?

Anyone living in Greater Boston looking for assistance because of school closings or lost wages

How much?

$500 maximum per address. They are splitting donations evenly, first round was $150. Comes as a Visa gift card.

How to apply?

Fill out form

Link to apply at:

English/Spanish form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScoIROjCAZrjNOxacVg0CBAfKSMpQ7wY2eVZsA9QmB8__zTlg/viewform

How fast is the turnaround?

First distribution date is Friday March 20 (looks like they did an impromptu first round on 3/18 as well).  

Will receive it 7-10 days after award is made.

What languages are the website and application available in?

English, Spanish

Link to donate to the fund

https://charity.gofundme.com/o/en/campaign/supporting-bostonians-in-need-during-covid-19

Modest Needs Grants

https://www.modestneeds.org/features/ledger/viewapp.asp?source=BrowseRequest&mode=upd&rp=l&id=489399

National organization that makes grants to low income workers.

Who?

Low income workers, especially those who are just ineligible for social services

Specific eligibility requirements:

  • At least one adult member of the applicant's household must be documentably employed at the time of the application; AND
  • The primary (largest) source of income for each applicant's household must be either income earned from employment; or child support payments; or Veteran's Benefits; or retirement income (including Social Security retirement benefits)
  • NOTE: To start a new ModestNeeds campaign, you must be a legal resident of the US or Canada.  

Modest Needs regularly makes grants to households receiving types of income other than those listed above (Social Security Disability Income, for example). However, in light of Modest Needs' mission, applicants whose households do NOT meet the income and employment guidelines listed above will NOT qualify to apply for a grant from Modest Needs.

How much?

Depends on application, average grant is between $750.00 and $1,250.00.

Not cash grants so can’t cover expenses like groceries but can be for most bills or rent for example.

How to apply?

Register with the organization, fill out application online (need bank statement or tax form).  Set aside 45 minutes to complete.

Link to apply at:

https://www.modestneeds.org/for-applicants/apply-for-help.asp

How fast is the turnaround?

Not specified, attempts to move quickly but is not emergency support.

What languages are the website and application available in?

English.

Link to donate to the fund

https://www.modestneeds.org/features/ledger/viewapp.asp?source=BrowseRequest&mode=upd&rp=l&id=489399

CareAcademy Support Fund for Direct Care Workers

https://info.careacademy.com/covid-19-resources

State or national Regional to New England

Who?

Domestic Workers, in New England

How much?

Up to $300

How to apply?

No longer accepting applications. May reopen at a later date.  

Link to apply at:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeyAoKH1QhFWN4EM34c5niPvjzfzm0iV65giumId5UAj8GC3g/viewform

How fast is the turnaround?

24-48 hours to follow up.

What languages are the website and application available in?

English, Spanish

Link to donate to the fund

College Student Emergency Relief Mini Grants

https://www.theleadershipbrainery.org/covid19grants

Funds for college students in Boston area

Who?

- Racially/Ethnically diverse, First-generation college student, and/or LGBTQ+

-Currently enrolled as undergraduate at accredited college/university in Greater Boston

-Has been ordered to vacate on-campus housing

How much?

$100

How to apply?

Closed for now

Link to apply at:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdDm2mIwr1tKw-iCPgy3OE6E4lokLgCeq5xt32F8ku_Z3ro1A/viewform?c=0&vc=0&w=1

How fast is the turnaround?

Closed for now

What languages are the website and application available in?

English

Link to donate to the fund

COVID-19: Emergency Grant Application for LGBTQ Youth Projects (Massachusetts)

https://www.mass.gov/news/lgbtq-youth-commission-awards-18000-in-covid-19-emergency-funds-urges-state-support

State fund by the Massachusetts Commission on LGBTQ  for LGBTQ youth (and organizations serving LGBTQ youth).

Who?

Youth (25 and under) who reside in MA (including any who have temporarily had to relocate) or organization based in or providing services in MA can apply.

How much?

Up to $500, recipients must share story for use in media.

How to apply?

Fill out short form, they call you.

Link to apply at:

No hay un enlace actual para solicitar

How fast is the turnaround?

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis twice a week and will be open until funds run out.

What languages are the website and application available in?

English

Link to donate to the fund

N/a

UNITE HERE Education and Support Fund

https://app.moonclerk.com/pay/2tj1vmqdq437

Fund for UNITE HERE workers in Canada and the US

Who?

UNITE HERE Union Members in the US and C

How much?

Varies

How to apply?

Contact your UNITE HERE local

Link to apply at:

No link posted on the website

How fast is the turnaround?

Not specified

What languages are the website and application available in?

Not Specified

Link to donate to the fund

https://app.moonclerk.com/pay/2tj1vmqdq437

Boston Singers Relief Fund

https://www.bostonsingersresource.org/programs/bsrf/application

COVID Response fund through Boston Singers Foundation

Who?

Singers in New England who earn at least 15% of income through singing

How much?

$100-$900

How to apply?

Fill out application and send with following document through email or email copy of it by April 1st.

  • Proof of contract or employment agreement for a classical singing performance.
  • Proof of cancellation
  • Proof of residency
  • Your artistic resume

Link to apply at:

https://www.bostonsingersresource.org/sites/default/files/2019-01/bsrf_application.pdf

How fast is the turnaround?

Not specified

What languages are the website and application available in?

English

Link to donate to the fund

https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=UEZNL542P8LEC&source=url

PEAR Fund - Passim Emergency Artist Relief Fund

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdtZ01QRAvugoh6GfWrRyMW3W83N5OjBgKjGjdO_0YQCvpsOg/viewform

Fund for musicians started by Club Passim in Cambridge, MA.

Who?

-Artists must have performed a show for Passim or taught at the School of Music in the last 10 years.  This includes shows in the club, live music brunches, outdoor events & series booked by Passim, classes, and workshops in the School.

-Lose income as a result of cancellations

How much?

Up to $500

How to apply?

Fill out applications and also:

-Submit W9

-Artists must agree to participate in Passim's virtual music festival, Keep Your Distance Fest.  Artists will record a video of themselves performing a song, upload it to their Youtube, and link to passim.org/PEARfund to help raise awareness & funds for the PEAR fund.  Passim will add it to our Keep Your Distance playlist.

Link to apply at:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdtZ01QRAvugoh6GfWrRyMW3W83N5OjBgKjGjdO_0YQCvpsOg/viewform

How fast is the turnaround?

Not specified

What languages are the website and application available in?

English

Link to donate to the fund

https://passim.secure.force.com/donate/?dfId=a0n6A000004VcPwQAK

It Takes a Village Fund

https://parentingjourney.org/it-takes-a-village-emergency-fund/

National nonprofit with fund for COVID19 support for families.

Who?

Parents and families

How much?

$100, $250, $500

How to apply?

Fill our form

Link to apply at:

https://parentingjourney.org/it-takes-a-village-emergency-fund/

How fast is the turnaround?

Not specified, rolling basis

What languages are the website and application available in?

English

Link to donate to the fund

Foundations

Red Sox Foundation Emergency Hardship Fund

https://www.redsoxfoundation.org/community/red-sox-foundation-establishes-emergency-hardship-fund/

Fund started to support people (regardless of immigration status) in New England or Southwest

Who?

Anyone in New England or Southwest Florida can apply, regardless of immigration status.

How much?

$250 grocery gift card

How to apply?

Temporarily on hold due to many applications, check back for re-opening,

Link to apply at:

https://www.redsoxfoundation.org/hardship/

How fast is the turnaround?

Not specified

What languages are the website and application available in?

English

Link to donate to the fund

https://www.redsoxfoundation.org/donate/

Lynn Rapid Response Network Urgent Micro-Grants for Immigrants

https://www.gofundme.com/f/covid19-solidarity-microgrants-for-immigrants?fbclid=IwAR28PgPwzVsyFS8ZEaveHjvjKMyaQD_0ibYpDLrC4XePBuC6_YZQ6zvgSPA

Financial assistance for immigrant families who are connected to the Lynn Rapid Response Network.

Who?

Immigrants with at least one family member living in Lynn.

How much?

$500/month

How to apply?

Contact Lynn Rapid Response Network.

Link to apply at:

https://lynnrapidresponsenetwork.org/contact-us-2/

How fast is the turnaround?

Not specified.

What languages are the website and application available in?

English

Link to donate to the fund

https://www.gofundme.com/f/covid19-solidarity-microgrants-for-immigrants?fbclid=IwAR28PgPwzVsyFS8ZEaveHjvjKMyaQD_0ibYpDLrC4XePBuC6_YZQ6zvgSPA

Cambridge Community Foundation COVID-19 Emergency Fund

http://cambridgecf.org/COVID-19-emergency-fund

$200,000 fund created by the Cambridge Community Foundation and other funders. Fund is for individuals and small businesses/nonprofits.

Who?

Individuals that work or live in Cambridge. Nonprofits based in Cambridge.

How much?

Grants between $200-$1000. A limited number of $10000 grants to nonprofits will be considered. Decisions will be made according to grant need and impact, proof of residency/employment in Cambridge and a letter of validation from a local nonprofit, civic or faith-based leader, teacher, venue host or employer.

How to apply?

Fill out a short form

Link to apply at:

https://www.cognitoforms.com/CambridgeCommunityFoundation/CambridgeCOVID19EmergencyFund2

How fast is the turnaround?

They state that they’ll be sending these out as fast as possible

What languages are the website and application available in?

English

Link to donate to the fund

https://cambridgecf.networkforgood.com/projects/95764-cambridge-covid-19-emergency-fund

Restaurant Workers Community Fund

https://www.restaurantworkerscf.org

National fund from the nonprofit fund Restaurant Workers Community Fund. They started this fund in response to closures, 50% will go to direct relief of individual restaurant workers, 25% will go to non-profit organizations serving restaurant workers, and 25% will be for zero-interest loans for restaurants to get back up and running.

Who?

Service industry workers, nonprofits working with service industry workers, restaurants.

NOTE: application asks for a copy of a lease/mortgage and paystubs.

How much?

Not specified.

How to apply?

Fund is not fully up and running yet so for now reach out by email for assistance to covidhelp@restaurantworkerscf.org.

Link to apply at:

Email for now: covidhelp@restaurantworkerscf.org

How fast is the turnaround?

Not specified, fund not fully up and running yet.

What languages are the website and application available in?

English

Link to donate to the fund

https://secure.restaurantworkerscf.org/np/clients/restaurantworkerscf/donation.jsp?campaign=2&forwardedFromSecureDomain=1&test=true

United States Bartenders Guild (USBG) National Charity Foundation Emergency Fund

https://www.usbgfoundation.org/beap

National fund for bartenders and family experiencing hardship run by the foundation of the United States Bartenders Guild (USBG). Jameson whiskey has donest $500K to this fund.

Who?

Bartenders, spouse or children of bartenders experiencing hardship

How much?

Not specified

How to apply?

Fill out form.

Says they will need some documentation that the grant is used for the specified reason.

Link to apply at:

https://www.usbgfoundation.org/beap-application

How fast is the turnaround?

Normally applications are reviewed on the 15th of every month, but they may change this during widespread disasters.

What languages are the website and application available in?

English

Link to donate to the fund

https://usbgfoundation.networkforgood.com/projects/95524-covid-19-relief-campaign

Betancourt Macias Family Scholarship Foundation Fund for Undocumented Families (need to add in other languages)

Website

National Foundation for scholarships for undocumented students created new emergency fund for undocumented families during C-19.

Who?

Undocumented people

How much?

Not specified

How to apply?

Fill out form

Link to apply at:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfs3vK0E-xPqYUG3P_vRtZbCfzE8-J9GmEfunanb0bX76uSmg/viewform

How fast is the turnaround?

Not specified

What languages are the website and application available in?

English, Spanish

Link to donate to the fund

https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-undocumented-families

Another Round Another Rally Emergency Assistance Application

https://anotherroundanotherrally.org/?fbclid=IwAR2NYl5YUCDvpIjCYRjxzvxaoMrYOLW3DWANoQKDJEKZT-yFf6x2OsCXias

Another Round, Another Rally is a nonprofit financial resource for the hospitality industry. They provide reimbursement grants and immersive educational scholarships to further the education of underrepresented voices in the community, and supply emergency assistance to those employed in restaurants, bars, and hotels who have fallen on unexpected hardship.

Who?

Anyone in the hospitality industry, dishwasher, bartender, server, busser, chef, cook, sommelier, manager, host, concierge, cleaning staff, or barback may apply for funds

How much?

$500

How to apply?

Fill out form

Link to apply at:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScCOl3_T6fgybtsMXMscb10OVQJHlit6E50qjwauPF9bvPIFA/viewform

How fast is the turnaround?

Not specified but pretty fast if you have Venmo, Cashapp, Zelle or Paypal. Can also disburse checks and VISA gift cards but these will take longer

What languages are the website and application available in?

Website is in English. Application is in Spanish and English and they’ll have a phone application in Spanish in the next coming weeks.

Link to donate to the fund

https://www.classy.org/campaign/arar-tip-jar/c277086

#Lift Your Spirits Fund

https://www.liftyourspirits.org

Fund operated by the National Restaurant Association Education Foundation. The fund also has a social media challenge where people mix their favorite drink, take a video toasting restaurant workers and share with the hashtag #liftyourspirits.

Who?

Restaurant workers who can prove that they’ve worked full time or part time in the restaurant industry during the last 90 days, have had their primary source of income in the restaurant industry in the past year, have experienced a loss in wages on or after March 10th, 2020, live in the U.S. or a U.S. territory and are not minors.

How much?

Not specified

How to apply?

Application will be out on April 2nd at the link below

Link to apply at:

https://www.liftyourspirits.org/grant/

How fast is the turnaround?

Not specified

What languages are the website and application available in?

English

Link to donate to the fund

https://www.liftyourspirits.org (bottom of the page)

CORE COVID-19 Relief Program

https://coregives.org/covid-19/

Fund operated by CORE: Children of Restaurant Employees for food and beverage employees who have tested positive for COVID-19

Who?

Food and beverage workers who have tested positive for COVID-19 or who have a family member who has tested positive for COVID-19.

NOTE: this fund is NOT for folks who have lost wages or employment due to the pandemic.

How much?

Not specified

How to apply?

Fill out online application

Link to apply at:

https://coregives.typeform.com/to/SnZmOQ

How fast is the turnaround?

Not specified

What languages are the website and application available in?

English

Link to donate to the fund

https://core.kindful.com

The Creator Fund

https://convertkit.com/creator-fund?fbclid=IwAR3pj31NCdB8IgFsQEFofVULrgw18ySC-N05ZlLXl4DX3RA6BVXP_gy9mXg

Started by ConvertKit, this is a fund for creators whose business revenue has slowed down or eliminated.

Who?

Active creators, evidenced by a business website or social profile.

How much?

 Up to $500

How to apply?

Fill out online application. Need to show business website or social profile, explain financial need, and have a receipt or invoice to show need in one of the following categories: medical, groceries, childcare, or rent/mortgage

Link to apply at:

https://creatorfund.ck.page

How fast is the turnaround?

Not specified. Monies are sent through Paypal only.

What languages are the website and application available in?

English

Link to donate to the fund

They are actively looking for partners, particularly in creator-focused companies. Can email barrett@convertkit.com if interested in partnering.

Berkshire County United Way

https://www.berkshireunitedway.org/sites/berkshireunitedway.org/files/N2N%20agencies%20for%20individuals.pdf

Berkshire County nonprofits that can be contacted for one-time individual grants through United Way emergency funds.

Who?

Anyone on Berkshire county

How much?

Up to $500, one-time

How to apply?

Directly contact the organizations listed in the document for information.

Link to apply at:

https://www.berkshireunitedway.org/sites/berkshireunitedway.org/files/N2N%20agencies%20for%20individuals.pdf

How fast is the turnaround?

Not specified.

What languages are the website and application available in?

English

Link to donate to the fund

https://www.berkshireunitedway.org/civicrm/contribute/transact?reset=1&id=1

City of Boston Artist Relief Fund

https://cityofbostonartsandculture.submittable.com/submit/af2153eb-2d87-4e9d-9ebc-5861eb135999/boston-artist-relief-fund

Local fund for artists in Boston who have lost income due to closures

Who?

Artists living in Boston

How much?

$500

How to apply?

$500 Fill out application, submit W(, register as a vendor with the City of Boston, also encouraged to keep receipts.

Link to apply at:

https://cityofbostonartsandculture.submittable.com/submit/af2153eb-2d87-4e9d-9ebc-5861eb135999/boston-artist-relief-fund

How fast is the turnaround?

Open from 3/16 tp 4/30, applications reviewed on a biweekly basis.

What languages are the website and application available in?

English

Link to donate to the fund

Boston Music Makers Fund

https://therecordco.typeform.com/to/w6wTkF

Great Boston fund for musicians

Who?

Musicians in Greater Boston who have had cancellations

How much?

$200, one-time

How to apply?

Fill out applications

Link to apply at:

https://therecordco.typeform.com/to/w6wTkF

How fast is the turnaround?

Not specified

What languages are the website and application available in?

English

Link to donate to the fund

The Cape Cod and Islands Major Crisis Relief Fund (MCRF)

https://majorcrisisrelieffund.org

Local fund for individuals and families on Cape Cod and the major Islands

Who?

Anyone living on Cape Cod of the major Islands

How much?

Not specified

How to apply?

Contact directly information at the link

Link to apply at:

https://majorcrisisrelieffund.org/contact-us/

How fast is the turnaround?

Not specified

What languages are the website and application available in?

English

Link to donate to the fund

Essex County Artist Fund

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd8I9ZRcjG4nf42rvvzB4RTspiFpPj8jWGBCp4GSCmUzaO4vw/viewform

Local fund for artists in Essex County started by the Essex County Community Foundation

Who?

Artists living in Essex County

How much?

$400

How to apply?

Fill out form and need:

- Proof of applicant’s primary residence in Essex County Massachusetts (ex. tax/utility bill, car registration)

- IRS Form W9 (these will be safeguarded)

- One (1) jpg image, video or audio file of your work

- Brief artist statement, including its connection to broader community, if applicable

Link to apply at:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd8I9ZRcjG4nf42rvvzB4RTspiFpPj8jWGBCp4GSCmUzaO4vw/viewform

How fast is the turnaround?

Not specified

What languages are the website and application available in?

English

Link to donate to the fund

https://charity.gofundme.com/o/en/campaign/creative-county-initiative-artist-relief-fund

Individual Fundraisers

Emergency Funds for Boston Area Service Workers

https://www.gofundme.com/f/emergency-funds-for-boston-area-service-workers?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=p_cp%20share-sheet&fbclid=IwAR0tjDmmuvDg2zyJ3rCCjL9rTaLkFchblqYIW2AEJmB8GMXeCsRKFapBc3U

Local GoFundMe for Greater Boston service industry workers. Currently hosted by Gabby Bonfiglio and Emily Beaulieu.

Who?

Service industry workers (cafes, bars, restaurants) in Greater Boston

How much?

Not specified

(form takes into account self reported need but if evenly distributed as of 3/18 they had $67 each for the 65 workers that applied)

How to apply?

Fill out form by Wednesday 3/18 to receive funds week of 3/23

If after deadline, you will automatically be added to waitlist for future funds.  Check back to see if they have updated for week of 3/29.

Link to apply at:

English: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfgo_5-riSZI29HJPC3Aa6fXPruJIgQW77wzCSjUjb1RoUJ-g/viewform

Spanish: https://forms.gle/U6RMfxkGRrDBD2Uy8

How fast is the turnaround?

Within one week, distributed on Mondays via Veno and Paypal

What languages are the website and application available in?

English, Spanish

Link to donate to the fund

https://www.gofundme.com/f/emergency-funds-for-boston-area-service-workers?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=p_cp%20share-sheet&fbclid=IwAR0tjDmmuvDg2zyJ3rCCjL9rTaLkFchblqYIW2AEJmB8GMXeCsRKFapBc3U

Boston Area COVID-19 Restaurant Emergency Fund

https://www.gofundme.com/f/boston-area-covid19-restaurant-emergency-fund?utm_source=customer&utm_medium=copy_link-tip&utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet

Local GoFundMe for Great Boston service industry workers. Hosted by Christopher Malstrom.

Who?

Service industry workers

How much?

$200 maximum, grants are made for specified amounts

First time recipients prioritized but can apply more than once

Payments through Venmo, Paypal, Cashapp

How to apply?

Fill out form, make request for specific amount and need (e.g. $150 for rent, $40 for groceries)

Link to apply at:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfsNcv2v_YRyoYCaaP0piF4Q2017mp08DXg8ZEwVN5B_LPntw/viewform

How fast is the turnaround?

Requests reviewed daily, payments made ASAP and based on ability to fundraise

What languages are the website and application available in?

English

Link to donate to the fund

https://www.gofundme.com/f/boston-area-covid19-restaurant-emergency-fund?utm_source=customer&utm_medium=copy_link-tip&utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet

Cambridge and Somerville Hospitality Relief

https://www.gofundme.com/f/w8nxf-help-camberville-hospitality-workers

GoFundMe for Cambridge and Somerville service industry workers. Hosted by Naomi Levy.

Who?

Service industry workers in Cambridge and Somerville

How much?

Not specified.

How to apply?

Fill out form.

Link to apply at:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdxej7AY1vd6NlTjU5YDOsIA4GpJIqXqYXHx11b4sk-dnVzaA/viewform

How fast is the turnaround?

No specified.

What languages are the website and application available in?

English

Link to donate to the fund

https://www.gofundme.com/f/w8nxf-help-camberville-hospitality-workers

Support Downtown Lowell Bar & Restaurant workers

https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-downtown-lowell-bar-amp-restaurant-workers

Local GoFundMe for workers in downtown Lowell service industry. Hosted by Jed Wards.

Who?

Service industry workers in downtown Lowell.

How much?

No specified.

How to apply?

There is no application process listed, reach out to the organizer of the fund Jed Wards.

Link to apply at:

n/a

How fast is the turnaround?

Not specified.

What languages are the website and application available in?

English.

Link to donate to the fund

https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-downtown-lowell-bar-amp-restaurant-workers

COVID-19 Mutual Aid Fund for LGBTQI+ BIPOC Folks

https://www.gofundme.com/f/covid19-relief-fund-for-lgbtqi-bipoc-folks

National GoFundMe prioritizing LGBTQI+ BIPOC, as well as sex workers, people with chronic illness and disabilities.

Who?

LGBTQI+ BIPOC, as well as sex workers, people with chronic illness and disabilities and other criteria.

How much?

First round was $100, second round additional.

How to apply?

Currently closed but could re-open.

Link to apply at:

n/a

How fast is the turnaround?

What languages are the website and application available in?

English

Link to donate to the fund

https://www.gofundme.com/f/covid19-relief-fund-for-lgbtqi-bipoc-folks

Service Workers Mutual Aid Fund

https://www.paypal.com/pools/c/8nqac5Dh6w

National private fundraiser for service workers, hosted by Alexandra Madaras.

Who?

Service workers

How much?

How to apply?

Fund is on hold for now.

Link to apply at:

Closed, will not reopen.

How fast is the turnaround?

What languages are the website and application available in?

Link to donate to the fund

https://www.paypal.com/pools/c/8nqac5Dh6w

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