Applications are being accepted for funds available to support essential workers and first responders through the Empire Pandemic Response Reimbursement Fund program.
Application Deadline: June 15, 2021
The program is designed to reimburse out-of-pocket child or dependent care, transportation, lodging and other qualifying expenses that enabled eligible workers to perform their duties while employed in New York State between March 1, 2020, through the date of application submission.
Qualifying applicants include first responders, health care, and many multi-industry workers.
Up to $1,000 available per household.
The program is coordinated by the New York State Office of Children and Family Services.
Program details and grant application information is available at Empire Pandemic Response Reimbursement Fund.
