Since March of this year, the Employee Relief Fund has provided crucial support to Arc Mercer family members during their most challenging times. Here's how generosity from the Arc Mercer community has made a difference:
Assisted 9 Team Members: Nine colleagues have received critical support when they needed it most, easing the burden of unexpected financial hardships.
Disbursed $4,000 in Aid: This money has gone directly to cover urgent needs, such as medical expenses, funeral costs, and utility bills.
Helped a Single Father Keep His Apartment: When faced with the possibility of losing his home, the fund stepped in to cover rent and connected him with community resources to stay on track with future payments.
Supported a Woman Battling Cancer: A colleague battling cancer also faced the theft of her catalytic converter, adding a financial burden. The Employee Relief Fund helped manage these unexpected costs, allowing her to focus on her health.
Contributed Toward 5 Funeral Related Expenses: The agency supported employees grieving the loss of loved ones, including costs for embalming, transportation, and travel to Africa for burials in countries like Liberia and Sierra Leone. The fund helped cover the cost of a flight home to Africa, enabling an employee to be with family during a time of loss and focus on what truly matters.
Covered Unexpected Medical Costs: For an employee facing a large, uncovered medical bill that impacted their ability to work, the Employee Relief Fund provided critical financial relief to ease the burden.
Helped a Single Mother Keep the Lights and Heat On: The fund helped a single mother pay a large, unexpected utility bill, giving her extra time to plan for future expenses without losing power, water, or gas.
How Your Donations Help
The impact of the Employee Relief Fund is felt across the agency. Each dollar donated goes a long way in providing meaningful relief to colleagues in need. Here’s a breakdown of how donations have been used:
$250 "Serious Help" Grants: The Employee Relief Fund provided two grants that offered substantial assistance for significant challenges like extended hotel stays during emergencies or unexpected medical bills.
$500 "Crisis Help" Grants: Seven grants were delivered to provide comprehensive aid for severe situations, such as covering funeral expenses (including transportation and embalming) and preventing homelessness by paying rent or utility bills.
Your Continued Support Matters
The Employee Relief Fund is a powerful example of the Arc Mercer community's commitment to one another. Donations have already made a significant difference, and with continued support, even more colleagues can be helped through their toughest times.
Together, the Arc Mercer community is building a place where no one has to face hardship alone.
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