June 12, 2020
In March when the COVID-19 pandemic was in its early stages, it was apparent that the crisis would cause unpredictable and unprecedented challenges. As businesses began closing, schools moved to remote learning and the shelter-in-place order was implemented, children and families started to experience intense hardships. Swiftly responding to the developing pandemic, The Children’s Foundation established the COVID-19 Emergency Relief Fund.
Throughout the months, the pandemic has caused needs and challenges to shift and evolve – through it all, The Foundation has made it top priority to be dynamic and responsive in its mission to improve the health and wellness of children and families during an especially unique time.
Emergency funding for key safety net organizations has helped their immediate ability to serve families enduring economic hardships and support sustainability of these organizations. Urgent needs have included stocking of food pantries, diapers and formula, technology to transition mental health in-person visits to telehealth and more.
COVID-19 Emergency Relief Fund -Grant Recipients (updated November 19, 2020)
49 organizations have been awarded grants ranging $2,500-$10,000; a total of $477,500 in funding has been awarded.
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