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Freelancers Relief Fund

By
Brent Messenger
|
March 26, 2020

As shutdowns to contain the spread of COVID-19 take place across the U.S., independent workers face potential short-term and long-term economic effects of the coronavirus pandemic. Freelancers work without traditional protections such as paid sick leave and unemployment insurance, and are at a disproportionate risk of financial hardship.

At the same time, they make up one-third of the U.S. workforce and contribute more than $1 trillion to the country's GDP. While we work toward securing government aid, freelancers' bills are due now. Rent, groceries, utilities — for those who live gig-to-gig, these necessities are at risk. 

The Freelancers Union is encouraging anyone who has the means to donate, especially freelance platforms and companies working with freelancers. The goal is to raise enough money to offer financial assistance of up to $1,000 per freelance household to cover lost income and essential expenses not covered by government relief programs.

Any freelancer who is experiencing sudden hardship — illness, lost work, or caregiving responsibilities — as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic is eligible to apply for aid through the Fund. 

We know this isn’t just affecting our community. It’s also impacting millions of freelancers who work on other platforms and operate offline. We want you to know we’re here to help, that’s why Fiverr and AND CO are contributing to the Freelancers Relief Fund.

100% of the proceeds collected for the Freelancers Relief Fund will be distributed to freelancers in need. We wouldn’t be where we are today without our incredible community, and we’re here to offer support in any way we can during this difficult time.

If you want to learn more about the fund or are interested in donating, please visit the Freelancers Relief Fund website.

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Brent Messenger
Brent Messenger serves as global head of community for Fiverr, the world's largest marketplace for digital services. Messenger previously worked as a battleground state field director for Obama for America in 2008, widely recognized as the most forward-thinking, community-focused campaign in history. He then joined other Obama campaign leaders at community engagement consultancy 270 Strategies, where he worked as senior vice president with such brands as Airbnb, Lyft and SolarCity.
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