$5.1 Million of $6 Million Goal Secured
Evansville, IN: The COVID-19 Crisis Response Fund of the Greater Evansville Region is asking community members to “Do What You Can†once again to provide crucial assistance as the pandemic persists.
More than $2.6 million of the $5.1 million raised has been distributed to dozens of local nonprofits serving immediate needs as it relates to the crisis. These funds have been used for emergency financial assistance, shelter, personal protective equipment, technology, and other critical necessities.
As the pandemic lingers, the Fund seeks to move further into the phases of recovery and restoration. Continued support is vital to getting our neighbors back to work, helping our small nonprofits survive, and building a more resilient future for the Greater Evansville region.
In addition to immediate relief, the fund will support:
- “Back-to-work†efforts
- Technology advancements to support remote work or schooling
- Mental health needs
- Struggling nonprofits that have lost revenue due to cancelled fundraising eventsDonations can be made by credit card at covidresponsefund.com. Cash and check donations are accepted at all Old National Bank and Heritage Federal Credit Union branches. Checks should be made payable to United Way of Southwestern Indiana and reference Covid-19 Crisis Response Fund of the Greater Evansville Region (or GERF) in the memo. Mail checks to:United Way of Southwestern Indiana 318 Main Street, Suite 504 Evansville, IN 47708
