Craft Emergency Relief Fund (CERF+)
Craft Emergency Relief Fund (CERF+) provides emergency relief for craft artists. Building educational resources to empower craft artists to prepare for, navigate, and thrive in the wake of emergencies and disasters, CERF+ remains a dedicated partner and advocate for craft artists and the craft community. CERF+ is connecting with local partners on the ground to learn more about the needs of local artists and offer resources to craft artists who are affected by the storm. We invite craft artists and artisans to visit our Studio Protector resources. If you have been significantly affected, please submit an application for our Emergency Relief program. For any inquiries regarding the application process, please feel free to reach out to us at programs@craftemergency.org. We’re here to assist you every step of the way.
Disaster Recovery Resources for Artists
In addition to our Emergency Relief grant, CERF+’s Studio Protector also has resources, including CERF+ Webinars on Readiness and Recovery for Artists to support artists as they begin to assess and re-enter their damaged studios.
The Disaster Distress Helpline (DDH) provides confidential, multilingual crisis counseling and support for anyone in the U.S./territories experiencing emotional distress related to natural or human-caused disasters. Call or text the DDH at 1-800-985-5990, 24/7, which includes a “press 2” Spanish bilingual option, to reach a trained counselor 24/7, 365 days a year.
Cultural institutions, arts organizations, groups, artists, and individuals affected can call the National Heritage Responders hotline: 202.661.8068 or by email at NHRpublichelpline@culturalheritage.org. The National Heritage Responders, a team of trained conservators and collections care professionals administered by the Foundation for Advancement in Conservation, are available 24/7 to provide advice and guidance about saving heirlooms and personal collections.
If you have been affected, please fill out the appropriate Rapid Damage Assessment Form(s):
• Cultural Institutions
• Arts Organizations
• Individual Artists
Finally, for those who are able to, please consider making a tax-deductible donation to CERF+. Your support directly helps craft artists in the aftermath of emergencies and disasters.
