Our Programs

Program Mission:

The IEC Foundation Disaster Relief Fund provides timely and supportive assistance to IEC members, apprentices, chapters, staff, and their families in times of need and crisis from natural disasters and devastating events.

Our mission is to address immediate needs and short-term burdens, and to alleviate distress for those affected by disasters, while fostering resilience to enable them to focus on response, recovery, and maintaining organizational continuity.

Program Purpose:

Disaster relief aims to help individuals and families in crisis while also supporting local chapters and members to maintain operations within the communities they serve. While often associated with large-scale disasters that impact entire regions, disaster relief efforts also extend to tragedies that are not widespread but still have significant impacts on the affected individuals or communities.

Award Criteria:

IEC Foundation Disaster Relief Grants provide essential support for expenses not covered by insurance policies or other donations. The focus of IECF Disaster Relief is on providing support for immediate disaster-related needs, including community resources, essential supplies, and shelter.

Award Exclusions:

Medical expenses and funeral expenses are strictly prohibited from Disaster Relief Awards. Applications for Disaster Relief are awarded at the sole discretion of the current reviewers. Present need, current available funds, and specific circumstances of each application are considered during the review and award process. Each application decision is granted on an individual basis.

Application Process:

Disaster Relief Fund applications may only be submitted through the direct referral of an IEC chapter in good standing. The chapter must request the link, which must be submitted to apply for funds. All applications will be approved or denied within 30 days of submission. All committee award decisions are final.