Support Fund for Racialized Members who Experience Discrimination, Harassment, and Violence.

Support Fund for Racialized Members who Experience Discrimination, Harassment, and Violence.
The purpose of the Support Fund for Racialized Members who Experience Discrimination, Harassment, and Violence is to support BIPOC (Black and/or Indigenous and/or People of Colour) members who confront racial discrimination, harassment, and violence in the workplace. The committee adjudicates funds on a rolling basis. Please allow for a possible 4 weeks to receive a decision from the committee. Members are eligible for one approved application per year (i.e., September 1, XXXX to August 31, XXXX), at a minimum of $2,500 from the Support Fund.

For questions about the fund, please email: cupe3903.sfrm@gmail.com; for questions about the distribution of funds once approved, please email the Secretary-Treasurer at treasurer@cupe3903.org.

Who is eligible for the Support Fund?

Any racialized CUPE 3903 members, i.e. those who self-identify as BIPOC and are in good standing, qualify for the Support Fund if they have an active complaint or grievance with the Employer/University, filed with the support of the union, concerning racial discrimination, harassment, and violence. This fund does not cover costs for dependents.

What is covered under the Support Fund?

The fund can be used to cover a range of expenses incurred, and will vary depending on the member’s complaint or grievance. Some examples include, but are not limited to, the cost of therapy, lost income, and other unexpected costs. Members may submit requests for financial support to the Extended Health Benefits fund, Ways & Means fund, and the Support Fund. Receiving support from one union fund does not preclude members from receiving financial support from another fund.
How do I apply?

To apply, fill out the Support Fund for Racialized Members form online, linked here. All information provided on the application form is strictly confidential, and details of applicants’ complaints will not be disclosed to the adjudicating members on the committee. You will be notified of the committee’s decision by email.
Members who have filed a complaint or grievance at any time during the 2025/2026 academic year are encouraged to apply for adjudication. The deadline to apply for the fund is 5 PM on July 31st, 2026.

Appeals

When a member notifies the committee that they wish to appeal a decision on the application, the member’s application will be reviewed by one committee member, one designated executive member, and the Staff Representative Equity (ex officio). To be considered, the appeal must be submitted within one month of the member’s receipt of the committee’s original decision.
Name as it appears on the Membership list

First NameLast Name
Preferred Name (if different from above)

First NameLast Name
York Employee ID
Email (Non-York preferred)
example@example.com
Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.
Which Unit are you apart of?

Unit 1Unit 2Unit 3Unit 4Unit 5
Hiring Unit
ie. Social Science, AMPD, etc.
End date of most recent CUPE contract

MonthDayYear
Date
Total Amount Requested
Itemized list of relevant expenses (to the extent possible)
Upload any relevant financially-related documentation

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Rationale for application
Staff person working with my complaint (please note that the details of your complaint will be kept confidential and will only confirm that a complaint/grievance has been filed)
To the best of my knowledge, I certify that all information presented herein is accurate.

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