Disaster Recovery Grants
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Washington flood survivors: Grant funding coming soon
Grant funding for Washington flood survivors typically begins rolling out in the days and weeks after damage assessments are completed. Setting up alerts with your specific needs now ensures you’re notified as soon as relevant grants become available. Enter your ZIP code above to create a personalized alert based on your unique needs on the next page, and while funding is coming together, visit our continuously updated resources page for current support options.
Featured grants
Foundation for Working Families
The Foundation for Working Families is a non-profit organization established by the Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO and its affiliates to assist union families in Washington state in times of hardship or disaster. It has given cash assistance to thousands of families that have suffered during flooding, wildfires, and other extraordinary circumstances. Assistance is available only for UNION households. Applicants must be union members. All applications are screened based on funding availability.
California Jazz Foundation Financial Assistance
The California Jazz Foundation offers financial assistance to California jazz musicians in need. Assistance is charitable in nature and is paid directly to a creditor or third party. Applicants are encouraged to investigate all other possible sources of public aid before seeking assistance. The foundation also provides access to a referral network of medical professionals for qualified applicants.
LA Strong: Disaster Response Fund
Current and recent LACCD students may apply for support through the Foundation’s online application. Please complete the contact form below to request access to the online application. A member of the Foundation team will review the submission. If you appear to meet the current funding focus areas and eligibility requirements, you will be sent a link to the application within 5-10 business days.
The Creative Economy Fund (Sponsored by YouTube and Google.org)
The purpose of this fund is to provide support to digital creators, those working in the digital creator industry and/or arts and entertainment workers who have lost or damaged homes due to the LA Wildfires. Employees of YouTube/Google and their household members are not eligible for this Fund. To apply for this fund, please fill out our Disaster Emergency Financial Assistance application.
Behind the Scenes Natural Disaster Relief Grant
For entertainment technology professionals who have been severely impacted by a natural disaster. Grants are $250 and are issued in the form of an electronic American Express Gift Card emailed directly to you. These are intended to be used for immediate needs such as food, clothing, medication, or toiletries.
Walsh/Di Tolla/Spivak Foundation Catastrophic Relief
Funds from the Walsh/Di Tolla/Spivak Foundation can help pay for food, clothing, shelter, and other necessities for IATSE members affected by natural disasters. In the past, the IATSE has disbursed funds to support members affected by wildfires, tornadoes, hurricanes, and earthquakes. Individual IATSE members (and retirees) needing assistance should follow the instructions on the below form and submit to their local union.