Bereavement Assistance: For Sudden, Traumatic Loss

Providing psychological and financial assistance to grieving families is one of this Foundation’s primary directives. We pride ourselves in providing the much-needed support to help alleviate the compounding funeral and burial costs.

The death of a child is a devastating reality that no parent should ever have to face alone. We know first-hand the enormous task of grieving a sudden, traumatic loss while struggling to cover expenses that no family anticipates.

During this time of great need, a small measure of relief can be taken from the knowledge that you will not have to compromise how you honour your child, due to financial constraints. Applications for assistance are accepted on a rolling basis. We strive to make the first contact within 24 hours of receiving your request and reviewing your case. Unfortunately, not every request can be approved, as we prioritize the families who are most in need of assistance.

Financial Assistance Awards

Out Of Bounds Grief & Trauma Support Foundation is committed to assisting families financially who have suffered the loss of a child/youth to gun violence or any other tragic circumstance. We understand the trauma associated with a sudden, traumatic loss and want to minimize the added stress of sourcing funds to cover funeral and burial costs. We are committed to helping. Based on the limitation of funds not all requests will be fulfilled.

How To Apply

Instructions:

This application must be filled out completely. Requested documents must be sent with the application. Incomplete applications will not be considered or processed.

Awarding of Grants:

Applications award decisions will be determined as quickly as possible after it has been received.

Grant Policy & Criteria:

• The child/youth must have died suddenly from a traumatic circumstance.
• The child must be 12 years old; youth not exceeding 30 years.
• Successful applicants will be notified by phone and email.
• Grants are paid directly to service providers only.
• Assistance is provided on the merit of an application. Reimbursement of services already rendered cannot be granted.

Download and complete the fillable PDF form.
Send the completed form and relevant documents to rev.sky@outofboundsjf.org