Gerstner Fund

Gerstner Fund

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

Overview: 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Applications were being accepted as of the website content, but deadline of 12/30/2023 is mentioned (appears to be outdated information)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 Phone: (718) 939-6137 Email: info@kcsny.org Address: 203-05 32nd Ave, Bayside, NY 11361