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These resources – like the public health crisis itself – are constantly evolving and are only current as to the date of publication. This page was last updated on June 29, 2020.

We recommend that you monitor this site, as well as the sites referenced in these resources, for updates and changes as we expect the situation and solutions to change over the coming weeks and months. For information on specific programs, we encourage you to visit the websites of the organizations or government entities that are responsible for the relief.

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Description of Program and Relief

First Responders Children’s Foundation Emergency Response Fund

The First Responders Children’s Foundation is providing $1,000 grants to first responders who are enduring financial hardships due the COVID-19 outbreak. The Foundation will also fund temporary housing, funeral expenses, and need-based grants to first responders across the country. College scholarships for children of first responders who have died from COVID-19 are also available.

Government or Lead Agency

First Responders Children’s Foundation

Dates Available

Current

Eligibility Requirements/Restrictions

To apply, individuals must submit:

  • A grant application;

  • Proof of first responder’s status (defined as emergency medical technicians, firefighters, paramedics, police officers, medical personnel treating COVID-19 patients, and employees supporting first responders such as 911 dispatchers);

  • Proof of COVID-19 exposure, if available;

  • Proof of financial distress; and

  • Copies of relevant documents including receipts or invoices

Application Deadlines (If Applicable)

None identified

Contact for More Information

For the grant application, click here.

646.822.4236

List of Additional Information

For additional information, click here.

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