2026 - NRF General Grant Application (English)

We strongly suggest reading all of the requirements before applying. Applicants who have all of the necessary documentation ready to upload, are applicants with the best chance of receiving a grant.
Introduction:
The Nanny Relief Fund was established to provide crucial financial support to nannies facing unforeseen emergencies. Recognizing the unique challenges faced by these essential workers, we are committed to offering timely assistance during times of crisis. While initially launched to address pandemic-related hardships, our mission has evolved to provide sustainable, ongoing support.

Confidentiality:
We understand the sensitive nature of the information shared with us. We are committed to maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of your data to the best of our ability. However, please be aware that we cannot guarantee absolute security of uploaded information. We strongly advise against uploading documents containing sensitive personal identifiers such as ID numbers, Social Security Numbers, or ITINs. By submitting this application, you acknowledge and accept this understanding.

Agreement
Given the anticipated volume of applications and the limited availability of grant funds, the Nanny Relief Fund's all-volunteer review panel holds the final decision-making authority regarding grant recipients and funding amounts.

Eligibility Requirements:

To be eligible for grant consideration, applicants must meet the following criteria:

Residency and Employment: Applicants must reside and work within the United States as a nanny or newborn care specialist.
Work History: Applicants must demonstrate a consistent work history, having worked an average of at least 30 hours per week as a nanny over the past 12 months.
Emergency Circumstances: Applicants must have experienced a significant, unexpected, and unplanned emergency that has adversely affected their home, property, vehicle, employment, or livelihood.
Documentation: Applicants must provide verifiable documentation to support their work history and the nature of their emergency.
Grant Payout Method: Applicants must be able to receive grant funds via a paper check in the mail.
Grant Application
Name*

First NameLast Name
Email (that you regularly check)*
example@example.com
Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Physical Address (where you live)*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Are you a nanny or a newborn care specialist?*
Examples of Good Documentation and Proof of Work History

Applicants must provide at least ONE of the following documents, covering the past 12 months:
- Pay Stubs: Must be from the applicant's employer(s) and clearly show the applicant's name, dates of employment, and number of hours worked each week. If pay stubs are unavailable, a written statement from the employer detailing the same information is acceptable.
- Employment Contracts/Agreements: Must be signed by both the applicant and employer, outlining the terms of employment, including hours and starting date.
- Letters of Reference from Employers: Must be on the employer's letterhead and include: the applicant's full name, dates of employment, average weekly hours worked, a statement confirming the applicant's role as a nanny, newborn care specialist, or domestic employee.
- Bank or Online Payment Statements: Showing regular deposits that correlate with pay from domestic employment. Please redact any sensitive information not related to proof of income, such as account numbers.
- Text or E-Mail Messages: To/from nanny and employer, clearly showing the applicant's name, and messages that disclose working hours. If possible, show the dates attached to those messages/emails. Please cross out any sensitive information like phone numbers, children's names, unrelated photos, etc.
Please upload as many items as you have available - the more complete an application is, the more likely you will receive a grant.

DO NOT SUBMIT PHOTOS OF CHILDREN!
Proof of Working as a Nanny or Newborn Care Specialist*

Please upload as many items as you have available. Grants that are submitted with incomplete application will not be approved or re-reviewed in the future. Proof includes: recent paystubs, W-9s from a nannying position or W-9s/1099s from newborn care specialist positions; a signed employment agreement; or written communication between you and your employers. Please do not include any photos of children.
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Please describe the nature of your emergency. The more descriptive you are, the better we will be able to assess your situation.*
What is the primary reason you are having financial distress?*

Auto Accident / MaintenanceHome Maintenance / AccidentMedical NeedNatural DisasterUnemployment / Job LossMental HealthCrime Victim / Domestic Incident
Documentation of Emergency Circumstances:

Applicants must provide documentation that clearly demonstrates significant financial distress. They must provide proof of the nature and financial impact of the emergency. Please make sure this evidence has your name or identifying information on it, or proof that the damaged property belongs to you. Examples include:

Medical Emergencies: Medical bills or invoices. Hospital or doctor's notes. Prescription receipts. Explanation of Benefits (EOB) from insurance.
Loss of Employment: Termination letter or email from employer. Written statement from the employer explaining the reason for termination. If applicable, proof of attempts to find new employment. If you are applying for help after loss of employment, please also provide proof that this has led to financial distress by uploading additonal documents.
Vehicle Emergencies: Repair bills or estimates. Police reports (in case of accidents). Insurance claims.
Housing Emergencies: Eviction notices. Repair bills for damage (e.g., flooding, fire). Notice of utility shut-off. Police reports.
Natural Disasters: Insurance claims. Photos of damage (ideally with the street/house numbers seen in the photo). Proof the damage you show in photos belongs to applicant (copy of written lease, mortgage, etc,). Official reports from government agencies (e.g., FEMA).
Unexpected Increase in Expenses: Documentation of the expense, and why it was unexpected.
Police Reports/Restraining Orders: In cases of domestic violence or other criminal activity.
Death Certificates/Funeral Expenses: In cases of the death of a family member that impacts the applicants financial stability.
Legal Documents: Court orders, restraining orders, lawsuit information, legal invoices.

Please upload as many items as you have available - the more complete an application is, the more likely you will receive a grant.

DO NOT SUBMIT PHOTOS OF CHILDREN!
If you are uploading medical information, please black out any sensitive information! Please make sure this evidence has your name or identifying information on it, or proof that the damaged property belongs to you. (Example: If you upload a picture of a damaged home/car, also upload a picture showing you're the owner/renter.)*

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How much aid are you seeking from Nanny Relief Fund? (Please note, the volunteer panel has authority to recommend the final grant amount to the Board.)*

$250$500$750
Our Process:
We receive an overwhelming amount of applications each month. So, we only are able to reply to those who receive a grant.

If you do not hear from us within 6 weeks, you have not received a grant from Nanny Relief Fund at this time. This is typically due to an incomplete application, or an overwhelming need of applicants we do not currently have donations to support. You are welcome to re-apply after at least 30 days.

If you do receive a grant, we will e-mail you. In order to set aside funds for future recipients and plan for future emergencies and crises, recipients of grants are only permitted to receive one grant per twelve months. You are welcome to re-apply twelve months after your grant has been issued.
Optional Information:
The following fields are solely for demographic purposes, and will not be visible by our volunteers while reviewing your application, but support us in seeking new donors and being able to generate donor reports displaying who grants are going towards. We appreciate you taking a couple of extra minutes to share some anonymized data to help Nanny Relief Fund keep going strong!
What are your pronouns?

She/herHe/himThey/themOther
What best describes your race?

White/CaucasianBlack or African AmericanHispanicAmerican Indian or Alaska NativeAsianNative Hawaiian or other Pacific IslanderMixed RaceOther
Are you of Hispanic or Latino origin?

YesNo
Do you consider yourself a member of the LGBTQIA+ community?

YesNo
For how long have you been working as a nanny, newborn care specialist, or domestic employee?

Less than 2 years2-4 years5-10 years11-20 years21 years or more
Which region of the US do you live in?

New England - (Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut)Middle Atlantic (New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania)East North Central (Wisconsin, Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio)West North Central (Minnesota, Iowa, Missouri, North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas)South Atlantic (Delaware, Maryland, District of Columbia, Virginia, West Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida)East South Central (Kentucky, Tennessee, Alabama, Mississippi)West South Central (Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Texas)Mountain (Montana, Idaho, Wyoming, Colorado, New Mexico, Arizona, Utah, Nevada)Pacific (Washington, Oregon, California, Alaska, Hawaii)Prefer not to answerOther
What other resources are you turning to for assistance?

UnemploymentFood Stamps / SNAPMedicare / MedicaidOther relief fundsSupport from friends and familySection 8 / subsidized / low-income housing
In your most recent role, were you paid on the books as a W-2 employee?

Yes, I received legal pay as a W-2 employee.I received legal pay as a 1099 contractor.I was not paid on the books based on the family's preferences.I was not paid on the books based on my preferences.Other
I hereby certify that all of the information I have provided above is accurate to the best of my knowledge. I understand that the information provided above will be reviewed by a volunteer committee through Nanny Relief Fund, and that nothing I have shared above is to be considered confidential or protected information. I understand that my name shall not be publicly released by Nanny Relief Fund in conjunction with this form or receiving aid, and give Nanny Relief Fund permission to share anonymized details I have provided above in their fundraising efforts. I hereby release and indemnify Nanny Relief Fund and their agents, employees, board members, successors, volunteers, and any and all persons unnamed on this document, from any and all claims, damages, demands, actions, causes of action or suits of any kind.*

Yes, I understand and agree to the terms above./Sí, entiendo y acepto los términos anteriores.
Signature*
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We strongly suggest reading all of the requirements before applying. Applicants who have all of the necessary documentation ready to upload, are applicants with the best chance of receiving a grant.

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