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Amy’s Courage Fund
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Program
web site |
http://www.nnedv.org/projects/amysfund.html
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| Sponsor |
National Network to End Domestic Violence |
| Deadlines |
Applications accepted on an ongoing basis |
| Purpose |
The Amy's Courage Fund was established to alleviate the financial constraints that often prevent a victim from escaping abuse. Amy’s Courage Fund provides emergency financial assistance of up to $2,000 to victims of domestic violence and their children to meet their immediate needs after escaping an abusive home. Funds may be used to pay for:
- moving and transportation costs associated with escaping abuse, such as plane, train or bus tickets, U-Haul rentals, hotels and other travel expenses;
- rent and security deposits for new, safe homes;
- utilities, utility deposits, phone hookups for new, safe homes;
- medical expenses;
- legal fees and expenses for filing for protective orders, custody agreements and divorces;
- car repairs and transportation needs; and
- furniture, appliances, clothing and other household goods.
In addition, during times of national crisis — such as Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, the Amy’s Courage Fund extends its emergency grants to domestic violence programs so that they are able to continue providing services to their communities.
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| Eligibility |
In order to receive aid from the Amy’s Courage Fund, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization (usually a local domestic violence or advocacy program) must apply on behalf of the victim. |
Geographic
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Nationwide |
Amount of
funding |
Assistance of up to $2,000. |
Application
process |
The organization must contact the NNEDV Fund for an application form by calling 202.543.5566 or using the e-mail form provided on the Program web site at: http://www.ncdsv.org/images/Amy's%20Courage%
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For more information contact:
202.543.5566 Summaries of funding programs are provided by RAC for your convenience. Please contact the funder directly for the most complete and current information. |
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