Purpose: “To assist members in need through promoting awareness and knowledge of the program, raising funds and disseminating information about its application process.” National POA

Department Chairman: Helen Cole

To view or print the Auxiliary Emergency Fund brochure, click here.

The Auxiliary Emergency Fund (AEF) provides temporary assistance in times of financial crisis. The following are the core rules to apply for this aid.

1. No other source is readily available to pay for shelter, food and utilities.
2. Temporary assistance for food and shelter to eligible members related weather emergencies and natural disasters.
3. Temporary assistance for educational training for eligible members who lack the necessary skills for employment or to upgrade competitive work force skills.
4. Assistance will not be granted to pay accumulated debts.  The intent is to help members who have suffered a financial setback and is meant to be a bridge offering a helping hand until financial stability is re-established.
5. Eligibility: Persons who have been members of the ALA for at least the immediate past two consecutive years AND whose current membership dues are paid at the time emergency occurs (three (3) consecutive years dues) may apply for assistance.
6. Assistance provided: The maximum grant amount  is $2,400, disbursed as the Auxiliary Emergency Fund Grant Committee determines.

Remember when filling out the AEF application, the applicant will need supporting documents.  To view/print a checklist, click here.

For Auxiliary Emergency Fund (AEF) Application click here.

Additional Resources:

1. www.fema.gov – Support for preparing, preventing and responding to disasters.
2. www.redcross.org – Disaster relief on meeting immediate disaster-related needs such as food, shelter, health, and mental health services.
3. www.fsn.usda.gov – This program enables low-income families to purchase nutritious foods.
4. www.angelfoodministries.com – This program offers nutritious foods at a low price.
5. www.liheap.ncat.org – This program is aid for  Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program.