Emergency Relief Fund
A responsive cash grant program for disabled creatives in crisis.
APPLICATIONS OPEN SOON
Program Impact
$120,000
in hardship grants distributed to 128 disabled creatives since 2023.
95%
of grantees say the Fund helped their overall emotional wellbeing.
100%
of our most recent grantees had improved financial stability within 30 days of receiving funding.
$22,000
distributed to disabled creatives in immediate response to the 2025 L.A. Wildfires.
From the Grantees
"The financial element was of course helpful, but I don't want to understate the emotional significance of this program. Having someone extend a hand and offer that assistance was monumental."
"I live paycheck to paycheck, and the funding was a crucial lifeline that helped me cover unexpected housing costs after the wildfires forced me to relocate from my apartment."
"It was not just stressful to have a major job contract paused then dropped, it was devastating to see and worry over friends and family in the [wildfire] affected areas. Receiving the grant was a blessing that no one was giving at the moment — the only one I received."
FAQ
Do I need to be disabled to receive funding?
The Emergency Relief Fund is intended for writers and filmmakers who identify as disabled, including those with physical disabilities, developmental disabilities, learning disabilities, intellectual disabilities, chronic health conditions, mental illnesses, blindness, low vision, deafness, neurodivergence, etc.
How will I receive payment?
Funding is provided in the form of hardship grants through ACH Direct Deposit or check. Hardship grants are generally intended to be non-taxable income, but we recommend you speak to an accountant to make a determination on the tax status of the grant.
What are the Emergency Relief Fund Terms and Conditions?
Who can receive money from the Fund?
The Fund provides grants to disabled writers and filmmakers experiencing financial hardship. This includes creatives who work in narrative, documentary, and unscripted film and television. Need will be considered includes but is not limited to housing costs, health impacts and medical costs, and lost employment. Applications will be prioritized according to need and available funds.
How quickly will I receive payment?
In order to be as responsive as possible, we aim to review applications in 14 days or less. However, our expediency is dependent on available funds and how many applications we receive, so we appreciate your understanding if we aren’t able to complete the granting process in window we aim for. If you are awarded a grant, we will reach out via email to complete the Grant Agreement and initiate the payment process.
Have another question?
Email us at advocacy@inevitable.foundation