Etsy and CERF+ have partnered to offer an Emergency Relief Fund for Etsy sellers in the U.S. and its territories who have experienced hardship due to a federally declared natural disaster.
Applications for up to $2,000 are reviewed on a quarterly basis. Submissions are viable for a year; if an applicant is not initially selected, they may still receive funding if additional money is available.
Eligibility
Applicant
This grant is open to handmade, craft supply, and vintage Etsy sellers in the United States and its territories who:
- Have experienced hardship due to a natural disaster as declared by the Federal Emergency Management Agency
- Have been an active seller for at least one year
- Are in good standing with regard to Etsy’s Seller Policy, Intellectual Property Policy, or any other policies
Disaster
Disasters eligible for funding include:
- Coastal Storm
- Dam/Levee Break
- Earthquake
- Fire
- Flood
- Hurricane
- Mud/Landslide
- Severe Ice Storm
- Severe Storm(s)
- Snow
- Tornado
- Typhoon
- Volcano
Documentation
Applicants may upload up to 5 files to document the hardship they experienced. This might include:
- Photos of lost or damaged merchandise, equipment, or property
- Itemized lists of lost or damaged merchandise, equipment, or property
- Photos of nearby property damage or flooding
- Power outage alerts
