The Ginny Fund
The Ginny Fund provides one-time emergency grants to survivors of sex trafficking, addressing urgent financial needs that threaten their immediate safety and stability. By offering critical support in times of crisis, the fund enables survivors to prioritize their healing and long-term recovery.
The Ginny Fund can be used for
Groceries
Medical Expenses
Rent or Housing Costs
Therapy
Childcare
Substance Use Treatment
Transportation Expenses
... and more!
The Ginny Fund is meant to provide financial assistance in times of crisis, emergency, or extreme difficulty. Most commonly, grants go towards rental assistance, medical expenses, legal bills, and utilities. Please be aware that if your request falls outside of what would be considered an urgent or critical need, it is unlikely to be awarded as we aim to maintain funds for survivors to access through the end of the year.
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Please read the FAQ before applying.
FAQ
​Who qualifies for a Ginny Fund grant?
The Ginny Fund is open to all survivors of sex trafficking in Washington State and prioritizes those who were trafficked as youth.
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Who can apply?
Applications must be submitted by an advocate, service provider, or law enforcement on behalf of a survivor. Applications submitted by an individual on their own behalf will be rejected.
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Is there a limit to how much funding can be requested?
There is no minimum or maximum amount that can be requested, however we typically award grants under $1000.
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Can a survivor receive multiple grants in the same year?
There is no limit to how many applications can be submitted on behalf of the same survivor per year, however, to maximize impact we aim to prioritize those who have not previously received a grant.
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When are applications accepted?
Year-round. The application will close once the funds are expended for the year.
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How are approval decisions made?
The Ginny Fund is dedicated to supporting survivors by providing a safety net during times of urgent financial need. To ensure fair and equitable distribution, an objective process will guide the review and approval of grants. StolenYouth is committed to assisting survivors of sex trafficking and will carefully evaluate Ginny Fund applications, focusing on each survivor’s situation, the urgency of their needs, and the potential impact of the requested grant. ​
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How long will it take between applying and grant approval?
The usual grant takes at least 2-3 weeks from application to disbursement of funds. If the situation is a true emergency, StolenYouth will work to get the funds out as quickly as possible.
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How does StolenYouth pay the grant?
StolenYouth pays the vendor directly, meaning we do not directly award money to the survivor or advocate.
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Are there expectations of a survivor once they receive funding?
There are no expectations of a survivor after they receive funds. If a survivor wishes to share their experience or thank the donors that make the Ginny Fund possible, they may reach us via mail (PO Box 296 Seattle, WA 98111) or by email (hope@stolenyouth.org).
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In honor of
Ginny Meisenbach
About the Ginny Fund
Created in honor of StolenYouth co-founder, Ginny Meisenbach, the Ginny Fund provides small, one-time grants to cover survivors’ urgent financial needs. Ginny was known to help those around her by paying for their small, unexpected expenses. In the spirit of her generosity, StolenYouth established this fund in 2017 to provide short-term financial support as survivors continue their recovery.
Ginny Fund Grants To Date
$256K
Awarded in Grants to Survivors
314
Grants Given to Survivors
