The CTA Disaster Relief Fund is a separate, special fund for members of CTA through voluntary contributions from CTA members, and through CTA fundraising drives throughout the year. The fund, administered by CTA Member Benefits Department, is endowed to provide financial assistance to CTA members who have experienced significant losses due to natural or other disasters in California.
Highlights
Provides financial assistance to CTA members who suffer significant losses due to natural and other disasters in CaliforniaFunded by voluntary contributions from CTA members, and through CTA fundraising drives throughout the yearAdministrative services provided by CTA Member Benefits Department
Grant and Qualification Details
Standard Grant CTA members may receive up to $1,500 for significant economic hardship related to damage to their primary residence, displacement or disruption in required utilities
Catastrophic Damage Grant Recipients of the Standard Grant may be eligible for up to another $1,500 if damages exceed $50,000
Temporary Displacement Grant A grant of up to $500 may be available for members who are displaced from their primary residence as the result of a disaster, but do not meet the requirements for a Standard Grant
School Site Grant Members may receive up to $500 for damage to their classroom or school site
Note: The filing deadline is 12 months from the date of the incident.