Supporting immigration Inclusion

 Nebrass Inc.

Immigration Integration

Where Diversity Finds Direction

Fee Waiver Policy

1. Purpose

Nebrass Inc. is committed to ensuring fair and equal access to its services for all immigrants, refugees, and newcomers, regardless of income or background.
This Fee Waiver Policy reflects Nebrass’s dedication to charitable service, accountability, and fairness, consistent with the standards of the U.S. Department of Justice Recognition and Accreditation (DOJ R&A) program and 8 C.F.R. § 1292.2(b)(1)(i).

2. Policy Overview

Nebrass provides administrative and document-preparation services at reasonable nonprofit fees to sustain community operations.
When verified financial hardship prevents a client from paying, Nebrass may approve a full or partial administrative fee waiver.
All requests are individually reviewed and are not automatically granted.

3. Guiding Principles

1. Equity      and Access – No eligible applicant is denied service solely due to      inability to pay.
2. Transparency      and Consistency – All waiver decisions follow objective, nationally      recognized standards.
3. Financial      Stewardship – Waivers are granted only when sustainable and consistent      with Nebrass’s mission.
4. Confidentiality     – Client information is handled with respect and strict privacy.
5. Neutrality      and Integrity – Nebrass operates with full neutrality, without      influence from personal, religious, or political considerations.

4. Nondiscrimination Commitment

Nebrass Inc. does not approve or deny any fee waiver request or service based on race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, disability, belief, political opinion, or affiliation with any group or party.
The organization upholds a policy of 100 percent neutrality in all services and decisions.
Every client is treated with equal dignity and respect.

5. Eligibility Criteria

Applicants may qualify for full or partial fee waivers if they meet one or more of the following conditions:

• Household      income is at or below 100 percent of the Federal Poverty Guidelines      (FPL) as published by the U.S. Department of Health and Human      Services.
• Applicant      receives means-tested public benefits (e.g., SNAP, SSI, TANF,      Medicaid).
• Applicant      is a refugee, asylee, survivor of trafficking or domestic violence,      or demonstrates verified hardship.
• Clients      above the poverty line may receive reduced fees only in exceptional      documented cases.

6. Discretionary Authority of the Sole Member

The Sole Member and Executive Director of Nebrass Inc. retains the exclusive right to approve, partially approve, or deny any fee waiver request at their sole discretion.
This authority is inherent to the governance structure of Nebrass Inc. as a single-member nonprofit organization.
The Sole Member may approve or deny a request with or without providing a stated reason, provided that all decisions are made in good faith, without bias, and consistent with Nebrass’s neutrality and nondiscrimination policies.
All determinations are final.

7. Application Process

• Clients      requesting a waiver must submit the Nebrass Fee Waiver Request Form     with supporting documentation of income or benefit participation.
• Each      request is reviewed within five (5) business days, and applicants      receive written notification of the decision.
• All      records are maintained securely for compliance and audit purposes.

8. Funding and Transparency

• Fee      waivers are supported through donations, grants, and community      partnerships.
• Nebrass      publishes an annual transparency report showing the number and      percentage of services provided under waiver or subsidy to demonstrate      accountability to donors, clients, and regulators.

9. Compliance Statement

This policy complies with 8 C.F.R. § 1292.2(b)(1)(i)and the DOJ Recognition & Accreditation Program requirements.
Nebrass Inc. demonstrates that it:

• Charges      reasonable and clearly published fees;
• Maintains      a written fee schedule; and
• Provides      waivers or reduced fees to clients unable to pay.

Approved by:

Ahmed Eid
Sole Member & Executive Director, 

Nebrass Inc.
Effective Date:  08/1/2025
Next Review: 07/01/2029