Type of Assistance

Assistance is available to qualified applicants towards one of the following options:

1) Monthly mortgage expense for the primary residence that was damaged by the Tornado Outbreak of April 26, 2024, or

2) Rental cost due to displacement from the primary residence resulting from the Tornado Outbreak of April 26, 2024, or

3) Hotel reimbursement due to displacement from the primary residence resulting from the Tornado Outbreak of April 26, 2024.  

Relief assistance is limited to a maximum of $2,000 per household. 

Deadline for application submission is August 12, 2024.

Please note this assistance is for housing relief only; other expenses including second mortgages (home equity lines or loans), clothing, appliances, equipment, vehicle purchase, rental or repair and or mileage are ineligible for reimbursement under this program.

Eligibility

Recipient must be a full-time resident and U.S. citizen or legally admitted for residence in the United States. 

Confidentiality

All information provided on this form will remain confidential and will be available only to those who need to confirm eligibility for assistance and to those who process the assistance to be provided. This includes providing a copy of this application to the applicant's lender or landlord, if requested. It will not be shared with other parties for any other purpose.

Disbursement of Funds

In order to provide for a reasonable and equitable distribution of funds, assistance will be provided on a first come, first serve basis. All grants are contingent upon the availability of funds. Grants will be payable to applicant.

Attachment Checklist

Required for All Applicants                            

1.  Photo Identification to Show Proof of Residency [i.e. driver's license or other governmental documentation evidencing residency]                            

2.  Copy of Mortgage Statement or Rent Statement or Lease Agreement or Hotel Receipt                            

One of the Following is Required to Show Proof of Damage to your Primary Residence:

a. Photos of Damages

b. Insurance Estimate

c. Copies of Written Claims, Settlement Proceeds or Claim Status Reports

d. Copies of Repair Estimates from Contractors

All documentation is to be uploaded on the final section of this application.