ELKHART COUNTY, Ind. – United Way and the Community Foundation of Elkhart County established a joint fund to help respond to the coronavirus pandemic.

The two organizations created the COVID-19 Community Response Fund on Thursday to support local organizations and community members.

The fund will hopefully help create a response to economic issues affecting the county due to the coronavirus outbreak.

Individuals and corporations are encouraged to donate via the websites for United Way and the Community Foundation, or by sending checks to either organization.

Nonprofits that serve individuals affected by the pandemic are encouraged to apply for funding.