Outreach Materials
If your organization would like to provide members with general information about the VCF, the documents below are useful resources, in addition to directing them to our website:
- Outreach Toolkit — a hub of resources for entities and individuals to share information about the VCF.
- VCF Social Media Graphics — portrait and landscape sized graphics with key information about the VCF for sharing on social media.
- VCF Info Sheet — a general overview of the program, who can apply, and how to apply. (Spanish, Polish, Chinese)
- VCF Just the Facts — a great resource that clarifies some common misconceptions about the VCF.
- Claim Filing Deadlines — a detailed guide on the registration deadlines for various victim scenarios. (Spanish, Polish, Chinese)
- VCF Overview — a presentation for individuals who are filing a claim with the VCF, or for those who are interested in how the VCF operates.
- Rack Cards for distribution:
Do you know other individuals who might be eligible for VCF compensation? You can help by sharing resources from our website or working with our staff to provide information to your community.
To contact the VCF for assistance in outreach to your community, email: VCF.outreach@usdoj.gov.
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Events
The VCF attends community events throughout the year in support of increasing awareness and education of the Fund, how it works, and who can apply. This section is regularly updated as events are scheduled.
9/11 Resources
The following organizations work closely with the VCF to support victims and claimants affected by the events of September 11th:
- 9/11 Environmental Action
- 9/11 Health Watch
- FealGood Foundation
- StuyHealth - StuyHealth is an advocacy group representing young adults who were impacted by the events of 9/11 and the resulting clean-up. Review these Young Adult FAQs.
- Voices of September 11th
- WTC Health Program - Unsure of the difference between the WTC Health Program and the VCF? Check out this useful WTC Fact Sheet for key differences between the two programs
World Trade Center Health Program Partnership
The VCF and the World Trade Center (WTC) Health Program are two separate programs that work very closely together to serve the 9/11 community. Each Program has its own registration process, eligibility criteria, and mission.
| How the Programs Differ | September 11th Victim Compensation Fund | World Trade Center Health Program |
|---|---|---|
| Benefits Provided | Compensation for eligible physical conditions | Medical monitoring and treatment |
| Illnesses Covered | Physical only | Physical and mental health |
| Geographic Zone – where were you? | New York City Exposure Zone” South of Canal Street (Manhattan only) Shanksville, PA crash site The Pentagon | New York City Disaster Area: South of Houston Street and parts of Brooklyn Shanksville, PA crash site The Pentagon |
| Presence/Exposure Timeframe – when were you there? | For Presence: New York: September 11, 2001 – May 30, 2002 Shanksville, PA: September 11, 2001 – October 3, 2001 The Pentagon: September 11, 2001 – November 19, 2001 | For Exposure: New York: September 11, 2001 – July 31, 2002 Shanksville, PA: September 11, 2001 – October 3, 2001 The Pentagon: September 11, 2001 – November 19, 2001 |
| Presence/Exposure Duration – how long were you there? | No minimum time required for presence – just need to have been in the zone during the timeframe | Minimum time requirements apply for exposure |