Request Emergency Assistance with
The Sue Wiltberger Fund
What is the Sue Wiltberger Fund for?
The fund serves as an emergency resource to directly aid the people The Arc Erie County New York supports who find themselves financially struggling to meet some of their most basic daily needs.
The Application Process:
Any staff member can request funds for an individual with an emergent need. You will need to fill out the Susan Wiltberger Fund Request Application and send it to Intake@ArcErieCounty.org with supporting invoice and documentation.
After it is signed and approved by the Service Director, the application will be sent to the Chief Operating Officer for final approval.
Funding Criteria:
Individual is supported by The Arc Erie County New York
Lack of funds would impact their basic essential needs
Other available resources have been exhausted
The Payee is a Third Party (landlord/utility company)
Who is Sue Wiltberger?
Sue Wiltberger was a longtime recipient of Arc services who passed away on June 23, 2011 at the age of 39. This fund was established to honor her unyielding determination to help others. Sue felt that no matter how difficult life appeared she wouldn’t allow circumstance to take away her joy of living. She chose to emphasize all the things she could accomplish, and in doing so, she taught us about compassion, perseverance, and optimism.
Contact Us With Questions
Send your request to our Intake Department by sending an email to Intake@ArcErieCounty.org