Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm and Food Worker Relief Grants in the state of Iowa. These grants were created to reimburse farm and food workers for personal COVID-19 related expenses they incurred during the pandemic. All eligible workers will receive a one-time benefit of $600.Ā
Who is eligible?Ā
- Field WorkersĀ
- Livestock WorkersĀ
- Meatpacking WorkersĀ
- Only new applicantsĀ
What documents do I need to apply?Ā
Photo ID A legal photo ID is required. This can be a valid Iowa Driver’s License, Consular or Government Issued Identification, Foreign or Domestic H2A Visa/H2B Visa, or Passport.Ā
Proof of Employment at a food processing/meatpacking facility or farm Proof of employment is required. Accepted forms of proof of employment include W-2 Tax Form from 2020,2021, or 2022, Paystub from January 27, 2020-May 11, 2023, Employer Letter/Contract signed by the employer, H2A Visa/ H2B Visa, or Photographic Evidence of employee working at the worksite) with a written attestation signed by the employer.Ā
Attest to Incurring Additional Expenses Due to COVID-19 Pandemic Attestation (a personal confirmation) that the applicant incurred reasonable and necessary personal, family, or living expenses because of COVID-19. This includes the purchase of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as masks and gloves, expenses associated with quarantines and COVID-19 testing, and/or dependent care.Ā
Where?Ā
Drake Community Library 930 Park St Grinnell, IA 50112Ā
When?Ā
November 22, 2023, 4-8 pmĀ
For more information or to make an appointment call (833)528-4661 Extension 4