American Red Cross Assistance

Red Cross Aid

Red Cross Offers Flooding Aid

The American Red Cross is reaching out to folks whose homes have been destroyed by flooding to offer assistance. Residents who have not been outreached can visit https://www.redcross.org/get-help.html to find more information and apply for aid.

Red Cross assistance is primarily aimed at helping those whose homes are temporarily or permanently uninhabitable due to flood damage. People can apply online at the link above by calling 1-800-RED-CROSS. Applications will be accepted until September 15th.

United Way Flood Recovery Fund

United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County

In the wake of the historic flooding in our community, United Way is launching the Flood Recovery Fund.

This fund helps support nonprofits directly assisting residents in need, nonprofits that have experienced an unanticipated demand for service supporting those affected, and nonprofits that have experienced damage to their buildings and operations because of the flooding throughout Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Washington, and Waukesha counties.

Help us in supporting our local nonprofits to be a support to our community.

Learn more at: https://unitedwaygmwc.org/Flood-Recovery-Fund

CARW and REALTORS Relief Foundation

CARW and REALTORS® Relief Foundation Provide $125,000 in Flood Assistance for Impacted Wisconsin Residents

The Commercial Association of REALTORS® Wisconsin (CARW), in partnership with the REALTORS® Relief Foundation (RRF), announced today that financial assistance is now available for homeowners and renters whose homes were damaged or destroyed in the historic August 10th floods.

Through a $125,000 grant from the RRF, eligible households in Milwaukee and Waukesha Counties may apply for up to $1,000 in housing relief. The application deadline is November 19, 2025, and will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.

Learn more about assistance and the application process.

Noninsured Disaster Assistance Program (NAP)

The Noninsured Disaster Assistance Program (NAP) offers financial support to producers of non-insurable crops to protect against natural disasters that result in lower yields, destroyed crops, or the inability to plant. NAP provides coverage equivalent to catastrophic (CAT) and additional (buy-up) levels of risk protection, helping producers manage risk and maintain their operations during and after adverse conditions.

Who Is Eligible

Eligible crops include those for which federal crop insurance is not available, such as fruits, vegetables, aquaculture, floriculture, mushrooms, turfgrass, ginseng, honey, maple sap, and others. Producers must meet specific criteria and comply with all program requirements. Producers are encouraged to check with their local FSA office for specific requirements, application deadlines, and additional program details.

Learn More About the Noninsured Disaster Assistance Program

Emergency Farm Loans

Emergency Farm Loans, administered by the Farm Service Agency (FSA), offer crucial financial support to farmers and ranchers impacted by natural disasters such as drought, flooding, storms, wildfires, earthquakes, and other declared disasters. These loans can be used to restore or replace essential property, cover production costs, pay essential family living expenses, and refinance certain debts. The aim is to help producers recover swiftly and maintain the viability of their operations during and after disaster recovery.

Who Is Eligible

Eligible applicants include farmers and ranchers who operate in a disaster-designated county and have experienced substantial damage or loss. Applicants must demonstrate an inability to obtain sufficient credit from other sources to cover their disaster-related needs.

Learn More About Emergency Farm Loans