💙 Hurricane Helene Survivors in Tennessee Can Access Up to $32,470 in Disaster Grants

Catholic Charities of East Tennessee is helping residents across the region navigate federal disaster assistance following Hurricane Helene, partnering with USDA Rural Development to connect homeowners with grants and repair support they may not know are available.

📋 What Assistance Is Available

Through the USDA Rural Development program, Hurricane Helene survivors in Tennessee can access up to $32,470 in grant funds for home repair and replacement. The assistance covers three categories: homeowners can apply for grants to repair storm-related damages, seek reimbursement for repairs already paid out-of-pocket, or receive support to purchase an existing home, build new construction, or replace a home lost in the storm. ✨

🤝 How Catholic Charities Can Help

Catholic Charities of East Tennessee‘s Disaster Relief Program offers more than just information-case managers guide applicants through the entire process, determine eligibility, and ensure paperwork is completed correctly so survivors receive the support they qualify for. This hands-on assistance removes barriers that often prevent people from accessing aid they’re entitled to. 📞

📞 Getting Started

Residents who believe they may qualify for USDA Rural Development disaster assistance can contact Catholic Charities of East Tennessee directly:

• Phone: 865-603-3866
• Email: disasterresponse@ccetn.org

The organization encourages anyone uncertain about eligibility to reach out-case managers can answer questions and help determine what assistance may be available. 🏠