The Fund, under certain circumstances, and at the discretion of the committee, will provide grants up to $3,500.00 to assist with urgent and pressing medical and living expenses resulting from injury, illness, accident or disability. 

This one-off grant can be used to offset the costs associated with paying of bills associated with health or dental issues, to assist with the purchase of essential items or urgent repairs to goods or dwellings, mobility issues, or specific items that are needed in order to continue in your employment. Funds may cover surgery, ongoing medical treatment such as chemotherapy, mental health therapy or the purchase of home medical equipment. Wherever possible, funds will be paid directly to medical or service providers.

It is understood that the recipient would suffer significant financial hardship without this grant.

An acquittal of the funds is required and should be submitted to ABF within 6 months of the grant being given. This acquittal must outline how the grant was used and include attachments of any supporting documents.

Eligibility

• You are a current resident of NSW.
• You have worked professionally in the entertainment profession for a minimum of 3 years.
• You have demonstrated significant financial need.
• You provide proof of the cost of treatment or expense, eg an invoice from a health provider or quote for equipment.
• You supply a letter of support from a medical provider outlining the importance and benefit of the treatment.

Please note: You must be a professional member of the performing arts industry to apply.

• Phone: 02 9333 0915
• Email: info@actorsbenevolentfund.org.au