Archival Workers Emergency Fund: Apply for assistance or donate

The number of recipients and award amounts will be determined by the SAA Foundation AWEF Grant Review Committee in collaboration with the SAA Foundation Board of Directors based on need and available funds. During the initial period (April 15 to December 31, 2020), the award amount will be up to a maximum of $1,000. All recipients will also receive a complimentary year-long membership in SAA.

The SAA Foundation welcomes and encourages donations to support the Archival Workers Emergency Fund, established to provide financial assistance for archival workers experiencing acute, unanticipated financial hardship due to the current COVID-19 global pandemic.

Developed based on a proposal from an ad hoc group of concerned archivists, AWEF is administered through the SAA Foundation, which has provided seed money of $15,000.
 
We know that everyone is facing immense hardships and uncertainty during this global crisis. If you have the means, please consider donating to directly support your fellow archival workers who have been furloughed, lost hours, or otherwise been significantly affected financially by the COVID-19 crisis. Any amount will help!