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HELP THE GIG ECONOMY - CORONAVIRUS INCOME RELIEF

A lot of independent contractors fear they won't be able to provide for their family and take care of themselves because of this temporary quarantine. If you have the means to help, please donate. In this time of isolation, it's important we show up for one another any way we can. If you can't donate, please share it!

The Emergency Gig Economy - CoronaVirus Income Relief Fund 



The Gig Economy represents approximately 30% of our national workforce. Because they are independent and live gig to gig the majority do not receive W-2’s and with the mandate of no events over 10 people, no domestic or international travel, and the closing of critical venues they will have almost no income or relief. All monies raised here will go directly to these incredible people, for rent, food, power bills, etc. If we can help 100 people at average $500 each would make all the difference and help aid in their relief. Help if you can, because unfortunately the system as it is can’t.



If you are a 1099 Contractor and would like help from the GIG Economy - CoronaVirus Income Relief Fund, please use the following link to apply:

https://forms.gle/g45ppgPojXSDW5NUA

We're so sorry to hear that you're experiencing hardship due to COVID-19. As we considered how to best support our community during such a challenging time for all of us, we knew to provide financial support for people like you was at the top of the list. We evaluate applications on a first-come, first-serve basis. We will fill as many applications as we can until the fund runs out.

We have had an overwhelming response so we are currently looking for individuals and companies to partner with us in this effort If you would like to help, please share the above message and GO FUND ME link to as many non-industry workers as possible. The more salaried people become aware of the fund, the more funding can be received by every single person on the list. 

Thank you and Stay Healthy!

With Love, 

The Emergency Gig Economy - CoronaVirus Income Relief Fund Go Fund Me Team:

Cam Jennings, Owner of Activate.vegas
Dave Dodge, COO Activate.Vegas
Destiny McKnight,  Owner of InCast Marketing
Drew Batchelor, Owner of Batchelor's Model & Talent
Francisco Rosales,  Owner of Connection's Staffing
Krystie Phannareth,  Owner of KPG Event Staffing / KPG Bartending Services
Jonathan Ashley,  COO KPG Event Staffing / KPG Bartending Services
Nikki IIi Sewa,  Independent Contractor
Rakilli Washington, Independent Contractor

What type of assistance does the fund provide?
 
The Emergency Gig Economy - CorornaVirus Income Relief Fund provides assistance of up to $500 per household to qualifying independent contractors and service industry workers to cover needs related to the expense areas below. Applicants will be asked to submit a detailed funding request outlining their needs. Funding amounts will be determined by needs expressed, with consideration for household size.


Food/food supplies: Available to assist households with purchase of food and food supplies. 

Utility payments: Available to assist households who have outstanding utility bills due, or who are initiating new service. Qualifying utilities include gas, electric, water, and internet subscriptions. Financial assistance will cover the amount of the bill, capped at the household maximum.

Cash Assistance: Assistance is available for households who have critical unmet needs not covered under items listed above. This may include, but not be limited to medical costs related to COVID-19, the purchase of medicine, and childcare costs.


How is my donation used?
 
Every penny of every donation received will be distributed directly to freelancers in need. KPG Event Staffing will keep an accurate accounting of who receives the funds and the purposes for which they are used.

Read about how The Emergency Gig Economy - CoronaVirus Income Relief GoFundMe Campaign has helped a Las Vegas Independent Contractor:

https://www.reviewjournal.com/business/las-vegas-gig-economy-workers-find-financial-lifelines-1993449/



Other Media Publications:

https://thenevadaindependent.com/article/entering-this-phase-of-force-majeure-as-businesses-shut-down-contractors-find-themselves-caught-in-the-middle/




https://www.csmonitor.com/Business/2020/0401/Faces-of-the-new-jobs-crisis-from-restaurants-to-real-estate/
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Krystie Phannareth
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Washington D.C., DC
Angelique Madril
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Cam Jennings
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Destiny Adams
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Drew Batchelor
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