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HOW to receive financial aid to deal with flooding?

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SagaciousSighFiGurl 2

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TXborn86 --- 7 years ago -

I did not flood myself, but several of my family and friends in Kingwood have experienced total loss due to the recent flooding from Hurricane Harvey. Furthermore, the individuals I am trying to research for did NOT have flood insurance & I am trying to avoid them taking further loans.

The immediate "clean-up" portion (tearing out sheetrock/insulation, furniture, etc.) has already been completed. But I'm trying to think of ways to aid in their long-term recovery (rebuilding and replacement of lost items). With the SURPLUS of crowdfunding sites already on the internet (GoFundMe, YouCaring, etc.), I'm trying to research extra ways they could receive monetary aid for their long-term/rebuilding process.

Many individuals / organizations have donated to nonprofits (such as Red Cross) or relief funds (as with JJ Watts ever-growing fund). But, how do private individuals, affected by this recent flooding, apply for financial aid and tap into these resources???

Again, this is NOT for me...I'm just trying to be creative on how I can be helpful for the long-term picture for those who've lost everything due to Hurricane Harvey.

Thanks to all for your feedback!

SagaciousSighFiGurl (Mod) --- 7 years ago -

Have them file a claim with FEMA. Go to FEMA. Gov. People are getting assistance even without flood insurance.

TXborn86 --- 7 years ago -

SagaciousSighFiGurl:

Thanks for the response. However, as I understand, FEMA will only give UP TO a certain amount if you're in a particular income group. Correct?

Are there organizations that give irrespective of this constraint?

SagaciousSighFiGurl (Mod) --- 7 years ago -

I read around on their site and never saw anything about income? I just don't know though. You can just call and get the real truth before crossing them off your list.

That aside, people are giving millions and millions to local charities and groups. There are so many. JJ watts has 27 M in donations. Maybe check them out.

Miss Understanding --- 7 years ago -

You can just call and get the real truth before crossing them off your list.

Nutso if you think FEMA is available by phone!

sheddy --- 7 years ago -

I have also been wondering how people get help and where all the money goes that was donated. The money given to Red Cross. Is it used here in Texas or do they keep it so they respond to the next disaster? I feel like JJWatts will see that the money he raised will go where it needs to go, since his name is attached. I feel so sorry for people who flooded. Even with flood insurance, it has to be overwhelming. I can't imagine having a mortgage and having to do repairs without any type of insurance. I just hope the money doesn't go into someone's back pocket.

TXborn86 --- 7 years ago -

SagaciousSighFiGurl: Already been down that road...but as Miss Understanding pointed out, it is a challenge getting any real headway with them right now

Sheddy: Good point...that's the HEART of my question. A lot of people are donating to charities and organizations, but how does one TAP INTO them...I don't know???