Archive of VCF

Two NYC firefighters die of 9/11-related illnesses on the same day

New York City lost two more of its bravest to 9/11-related illnesses.

Retired New York City first responders struggle with health years after 9/11

John Lombardo worked as a New York City police officer for 20 years.

Phil Alvarez continues fight of his late brother, Oceanside resident Luis Alvarez

New VCF policy aids 9/11 victims

Seminar to help retired first responders get compensation for 9/11-related illnesses

Tens of thousands of first responders who worked at Ground Zero during Sept. 11 are now battling cancer or another illness.

9/11 survivors get more time to ask for money to cover health care costs

First responders and survivors of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks have been given more time to ask for compensation to cover their health care costs.

Deadline extended to make wrongful death claim for 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund

The deadline has been extended to make a wrongful death claim for the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund.

An agonizing dispute among terror victims

Victims of State Sponsored Terrorism Fund splitting payouts under questionable rationale

9/11 Victims Compensation Fund filing deadline extended

Victims of 9/11’s toxic swirl and their families have another chance to make a 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund claim even if they were previously told it was too late.

For journalists with health issues from covering 9/11, support is available

Like the first responders who rushed to the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001, thoughts of personal safety were far from the minds of the journalists who covered the largest terror attack on U.S. soil.

Mayor Presents NY’s Bronze Medallion To Champions Of 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund

Advocates who fought for the 9/11 Victims’ Compensation Fund are receiving the city’s highest honor, the Bronze Medallion.