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See below for currently open grant programs for Alliance Healthcare Foundation and Imperial Valley Wellness Foundation.
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Imperial Valley Wellness Foundation
Note: This application has been developed for you by Imperial Valley Wellness Foundation in partnership with Alliance Healthcare Foundation.
In response to devastating floods impacting the residents of Niland, CA in September 2023, the Imperial Irrigation District and Citizens Energy Corporation are proud to announce the provision of $100,000 in financial assistance to aid affected families in the rural community.
Niland Storm Relief is for residents of Niland, California who suffered physical damage to their property during the storm event, which occurred in September 2023. These funds may be used to repair and/or replace items damaged on their property directly related to the September 1, 2023 storm event.
Imperial Valley Wellness Foundation - Fund Coordinator
Imperial Valley Wellness Foundation (IVWF) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that received $100,000 in emergency relief funds from Citizens Energy Corporation.
An independent advisory committee will be established by IV Wellness Foundation to review applications received and approve funding to be distributed.
Eligibility:
To be eligible for funding, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Must be a resident of Niland, California
- Must be an IID customer
- Must be enrolled in IID’s Residential Energy Assistance Program (REAP)
- Must sign a statement that they did not receive other funding towards the same damaged property being claimed
- Must complete and fill out Form W-9 Request for Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification
- Must request and submit 2024 Application for Storm Relief Funding
- Must provide valid identification
- Must provide proof of loss via documented photos and a written description
Additionally, the following provisions apply:
- Only one member from each household is eligible to apply for the Emergency Storm Relief Funds.
- Applications will be accepted March 13 - 29, 2024.
- Application deadline is March 29, 2024 @ 5:00 pm.
- Requested funds must be used for the sole purpose of damages directly related to the storm event that occurred in September 2023.
- Two in-person workshops will be made available at a location in Niland, CA. Locations, dates and times to be determined by IVWF.
Items Not Covered:
The following are items/categories that do not qualify for Emergency Storm Relief Funds:
- Damages not directly resulting from the September 2023 storm event.
- Pre-existing conditions or damage that is a result of deferred maintenance.
- Damages for which other funding has already been received.
Funding Amounts and Deadlines:
- The range of funding is up to $1,500 per application.
- Applications will be accepted March 13 - 29, 2024.
- Application deadline is March 29, 2024 @ 5:00 pm.
- Funding decisions will be announced on April 15, 2024.
- Payments will be issued within 20 business days, no later than May 10, 2024.
- The total of the Niland Storm Relief Fund is $100,000 and was provided by Citizens Energy Corporation. If you receive approval of funding, the amount will be determined by the independent advisory committee.
Applicant acknowledgements that you will be asked to confirm in the application:
a. I acknowledge that submitting this application does not guarantee funding. I further understand that, if approved, I am required to use the funding for the purposes described in my application.
b. I attest that all information provided in my application materials is true and accurate.
c. I acknowledge that I did not receive any other funding for the same claimed damages.
d. I acknowledge that by receiving these relief funds, I may be issued a Form 1099-Misc as part of “Other Income Payments” and could be responsible for paying all local, state, and federal tax liabilities.
e. I acknowledge that IID’s assistance in the application process is not an admission of liability.
Contact:
- For any questions, please contact Roque Barros of IV Wellness Foundation (619) 322-5299 or rbarros@ivwf.org.
- Application business hours are Monday - Friday (8am - 8pm)
- Submit applications via online application or via email at: rbarros@ivwf.org.
- Application deadline is March 29, 2024 @ 5:00 pm.
- Two in-person workshops will be made available in Niland, CA. Location, date and time to be determined.