We're interested in learning how other small associations and nonprofits support employees facing serious, unexpected financial hardship. Examples might include a sudden loss of household income, an unexpected medical expense, a housing emergency, or a family crisis.
Support could include emergency grants, employee relief funds, payroll advances or loans, leave-sharing programs, or referrals to community resources.
We'd appreciate hearing about your organization's experience:
- Do organizations offer any help beyond the EAP?
- What does that help look like?
- How do they decide who qualifies?
- Are there caps, time limits, or annual limits?
- How do they manage the budget if the funds run out?
We're gathering information about current practices and have not made a decision to establish a program. Experiences from other small associations would be especially helpful. Even a brief response, example, or resource would be appreciated-there's no need to address every question. Thank you!
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Tanya Smith
Controller
University Professional and Continuing Education Association
Washington DC
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