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Community Assistance Programs

Education &
Hardship Assistance

We offer educational opportunity and support through extraordinary hardship. Explore our programs for eligible individuals in the Birchwood community.
Education Assistance
Hardship Assistance

Our Assistance Programs

Find the Right Program for Your Needs

Explore our assistance programs to find the support that meets your needs.

Educational Assistance

Educational grants support qualifying academic, vocational, and other educational pursuits, helping eligible individuals access learning opportunities.

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Hardship Assistance

Financial hardship assistance following recent, unexpected, extraordinary events, such as serious accidents, medical crises, fires, or natural disasters.

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Getting Started

Apply for Assistance

Birchwood CARES Foundation is recognized by the IRS as a 501(c)(3) public charity. Voluntary contributions support its educational assistance and extraordinary hardship relief programs.

1.

Review the Eligibility Guidelines

Check the eligibility criteria and requirements for the program that fits your situation.

2.

Prepare Your Application Information

Gather the information and supporting documents requested by your chosen program.

3.

Follow The Application Instructions

Complete and submit the program application using the instructions provided.

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Questions About Assistance Programs?

The Birchwood CARES Foundation is happy to help with questions about its programs and application guidelines.

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Who can apply for assistance?
The programs serve eligible individuals in the Birchwood community. Review the guidelines for the program you are considering to understand its eligibility criteria.

Educational grants are paid directly to the institution or educational program. Hardship grants are paid directly to providers. Approved grants are not paid directly to applicants.

Hardship assistance is limited to documented expenses directly caused by a qualifying recent, unexpected, extraordinary event. The program guidelines provide eligibility and application requirements.
Educational assistance supports qualifying academic, vocational, and other educational pursuits. Review the Educational Assistance guidelines for eligible programs and application requirements.