After you apply for disaster assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), you may be contacted by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). If you are asked to submit an application for a low-interest SBA disaster loan, don’t hesitate. If SBA determines you are eligible for a loan, you don’t have to accept it. [...]
Texas renters who experienced losses due to Hurricane Harvey could be eligible for disaster-recovery assistance from FEMA and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). Grants: Renters may be eligible for grants from FEMA to help with such disaster-related expenses as: Renting a home when the renter’s previous one is uninhabitable due to the disaster. Disaster-related [...]
Alief Community Association Inc. 501(C)3 non-profit organization, is holding the 9th annual toy and food drive. Each year they reach out to families and children that are less fortunate. Can you help them fill the Wish List so that they may help 150 Families with Thanksgiving Dinner Basket’s in order to complete a meal they [...]
METRO is offering free rides to all area students through Sept. 30, 2017. Many families are left with limited transportation options and disrupted schedules since the storm. Parents accompanying students to school may also ride for free. Harvey Recovery Free Ride Facts • Free rides for all students K- College • Free rides for parents [...]
How do I file for disaster loans? First – contact FEMA at their website: www.DisasterAssistance.gov or call at 1-800-621-3362. 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. seven days a week Second – File for an SBA disaster loan at https://disasterloan.sba.gov or 1 800 659 2955 • Homeowner and renter loans up to $240K ($200Kproperty + $40Kcontents). Interest [...]
Solid Waste Management reminds flood victims of the ongoing collection of storm debris. Please place debris at the curb separated into the following piles: • Vegetative Debris – leaves, logs, plants, tree branches (do not bag). • Construction & Demolition Debris – carpet, drywall, furniture, lumber, mattresses. • Appliances – dishwashers, freezers, refrigerators, stoves, washers, [...]
Report Price Gouging "If Texans in affected counties believe they have been scammed or encountered price gouging during or after Hurricane Harvey, they should call the Office of the Attorney General's Consumer Protection Hotline toll-free at (800) 621-0508 or email consumeremergency@oag.texas.gov. "During declared disasters, state law prohibits businesses from charging exorbitant prices for necessities such [...]
To All Houstonians and Community Partners, In the aftermath of a natural disaster of unprecedented proportions, the people of Houston have inspired the nation with their determination, selflessness, and camaraderie. Hurricane Harvey has affected us all deeply, and the road to recovery will surely be a long one. We can find hope, however, in the [...]
The unfolding catastrophe due to Hurricane Harvey is staggering! Sadly, the death toll has risen to 29 lives lost. The number of people in shelters continues to rise, new mandatory evacuations due to Barker Dam Reservoir flooding Cinco Ranch in Fort Bend County, Texas and evacuations in Beaumont/Port Arthur continue. The water system is down [...]
Community Donation/Distribution Center In Need of: Clothes/ Shoes Baby Items Food Water Bed Linens Air Mattress Pillows Blankets Personal Hygiene Items Paper Goods ( Paper Towels, Toilet Paper Etc.) School Supplies Donations may be made from August 30th Thru September 9th between the hours of 8:00AM to 8:00 PM at either Store Front location. GULFTON [...]
