Gerstner Fund

Funder: Korean Community Services (KCS) in partnership with UNH (United Neighborhood Houses)

Emergency aid program for applicants facing eviction or housing instability.

Award Details

• Maximum Amount: $3,000 per applicant
• Purpose: Emergency financial assistance

Eligible Uses

• Rental arrears (primary focus)
• Housing instability prevention
• Medical procedures
• Baby clothes and supplies
• Other emergency cases considered on case-by-case basis

Geographic Scope

• Not explicitly specified; appears to serve NYC area (Bayside, NY based office)

Eligibility Requirements

• Demonstrate financial stability after receiving assistance
• Show that financial aid will resolve original issue (e.g., risk of housing instability)
• Provide proof of financial capability to maintain stability post-assistance (e.g., pay stub showing income exceeds rent)

Important Notes

• Status: Applications were being accepted as of the website content, but deadline of 12/30/2023 is mentioned (appears to be outdated information)
• Each application considered on case-by-case basis

Contact Information

For English: alex@kcsny.org
For Korean: dbae@kcsny.org
Address: 203-05 32nd Ave, Bayside, NY 11361

How to Apply

• Contact KCS directly for application process
• Applications available in English and Korean

Required Information

• Proof of financial stability after receiving assistance
• Documentation showing financial aid will resolve original issue
• Examples: Pay stub from employer demonstrating income exceeds rent (for rental assistance applicants)

Contact for Application

For English: alex@kcsny.org
For Korean: dbae@kcsny.org
Phone: (718) 939-6137