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Flexible Financial Assistance (via funded agencies) is sponsored by Washington State Coalition Against Domestic Violence (WSCADV). This is not a direct grant to individuals, but WSCADV promotes and supports a 'Flexible Financial Assistance' model where partner agencies receive funding to provide direct financial aid to domestic violence survivors for needs such as transportation, childcare, employment suppo…
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Flexible Financial Assistance – Washington State Coalition Against Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Your internet activity can be tracked. If you think someone is monitoring this device, please review these technology safety tips or call 1-800-799-7233 . Flexible financial assistance refers to unrestricted funds used to support survivors to become stably housed.
Some examples of flexible financial assistance include: Transportation: driving lessons, fuel, car repair, new tires Child care: co-pays, child care bills Employment: work permits, transportation, education, training programs Housing: rental applications, rental assistance, deposits, utilities The below video explains this pillar of the DV Housing First service model.
Watch “Domestic Violence Housing First Pillar Two: Flexible Financial Assistance” on YouTube For more information, read our Flexible Financial Assistance Frequently Asked Questions .
Financial reporting and the IRS: Ways to provide flexible financial assistance and grants to individuals Talk with survivors about how flex funding could impact their ability to receive public benefits Funding sources: Take the time to review your funding sources to understand the restrictions, caps, and requirements How to distribute flex funding: Create a system that allows advocates to easily request and disburse flexible financial assistance Sample disbursement forms Overview of DASH Flex Fund research and outcomes for survivors DASH Survivor Resilience Fund (flex fund) Core Elements DASH disbursement process When unrestricted funds can be given directly to survivors, they gain options for finding safety and stability as they rebuild their life after abuse.
We’ve seen first hand the meaningful impact flexible financial assistance has on survivors. For example, Coldwell Banker Bain’s Bring Hope Home program enabled four agencies in western Washington to provide flexible financial assistance and mobile advocacy to survivors in their community. The work of two of these agencies is reflected in this summary of funding and impact .
Also, in August of 2020 Ballmer Group made an investment into COVID-19 support which made flexible financial assistance available to four of our eastern Washington member programs providing DVHF services. See the impact of these funds here .
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Individuals who are survivors of domestic violence in Washington State, as determined by the eligibility criteria of WSCADV's partner agencies providing direct services and flexible financial assistance. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Flexible Financial Assistance (via funded agencies) is funded by Washington State Coalition Against Domestic Violence (WSCADV). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Washington. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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