10/28/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/28/2024 15:15
Here are some key facts about how FEMA assistance can help kickstart your recovery after a disaster.
After a disaster, communities may need help covering the costs associated with life-saving emergency protective measures, debris removal or restoring public infrastructure. FEMA's Public Assistance Program provides supplemental grants to state, tribal, territorial, and local governments and certain types of private non-profits so communities can quickly respond to and recover from major disasters or emergencies.
For additional information on the Public Assistance Program refer to the Public Assistance Program and Policy Guide at: fema.gov/assistance/public/policy-guidance-fact-sheets. For information on how to apply for Public Assistance after Helene, visit ncdps.gov/public-assistance.
Homeowners and renters affected by disaster can apply for federal assistance in several ways: