EMERGENCY RELIEF FUND

One of the ways that Local 1000 can work for its members when

times get tough is through our Emergency Relief Fund (ERF).
This is funding that has been set aside to provide up to $1000
in a no-interest, pay-it-back-when-you-can loan to members who
demonstrate financial need.

To be eligible for an ERF loan:

a) You must be a member in good standing, meaning that your dues
must be paid in full at time of application

b) You must demonstrate a financial hardship. This can be
extraordinary medical bills or circumstances that have caused
you to fall behind in rent, etc. You may be asked to show some
documentation. The Executive Board, as the trustees of the fund,
is the final arbitor of what constitutes a hardship and who will
be given a loan

c) You must apply in writing either by email or sending a postal
letter to the office

The ERF is funded by you, our members and occasional fundraising
efforts. When you receive an invoice from Local 1000 for dues,
there is a box that gives information about how you can
contribute to the ERF. Adding a couple of dollars to your work
dues payments helps.

Your Officers and Board are working on other ways to raise funds
for the ERF. If you have any ideas or further questions, please
contact any of the Board or Officers.