Our digital and in-person trainings were designed to empower families, businesses, and community leaders with skills, knowledge, and capacity to navigate the recovery process and become more resilient to future disasters.
Post-disaster assistance navigation guidance. Here, we provide tools for supporting survivors through working with their insurance company, FEMA, and SBA, as well as guidance on avoiding contractor fraud and what work is safe to DIY.
Understanding client eligibility, communication, and the approval process.
Taking advantage of an opportunity to rebuild - how do we build back more resiliently? An overview of IIBHS's Fortified program and easy rebuild tips to incorporate into recovery work to make a more resilient home.
Explore our free guides and resources for guidance on navigating the disaster recovery process, filing FEMA applications and appeals, submitting insurance claims, safeguarding against contractor fraud, and managing post-disaster cleanup.
We are pleased to offer FORTIFIED Roofing Grants to support Hurricane Debby recovery efforts across Georgia, North Carolina, and Florida. These grants empower locally based 501(c)(3) nonprofits to build more resilient communities by protecting a homeowner's most valuable asset. Organizations with experience in homebuilding or social services in the region are encouraged to apply. Funding: Up to $19,400 per home (limit 11 roofs per organization). Application Due: Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at 11:59 PM ET Final Grant Report Due: June 30, 2026
Apply NowWe are pleased to offer FORTIFIED Roofing Grants to support Hurricane Helene recovery efforts in Tennessee. These grants empower locally based 501(c)(3) nonprofits to build more resilient communities by protecting a homeowner's most valuable asset. Organizations with experience in homebuilding or social services in the Appalachian region are encouraged to apply. Funding: Up to $14,181 per home (limit 6 roofs per organization). Application Due: Friday, April 3, 2026, at 11:59 PM ET
Apply NowWe are pleased to offer FORTIFIED Roofing Grants to support Hurricane Helene recovery efforts in North Carolina. These grants empower locally based 501(c)(3) nonprofits to build more resilient communities by protecting a homeowner's most valuable asset. Organizations with experience in homebuilding or social services in the Appalachian region are encouraged to apply. Funding: Up to $9,750 per home (limit 6 roofs per organization). Application Due: Friday, April 10, 2026, at 11:59 PM ET Final Grant Report Due: November 30, 2026
Apply NowThis guide explains how to navigate FEMA’s damage assessment process after a disaster. It covers how to apply for assistance, what to expect during the intake assessment, and how FEMA determines whether an onsite or remote inspection is needed. The guide also explains the process for appealing FEMA’s decisions and offers resources for additional support.
Read PDFAfter a natural disaster, many people depend on their homeowner's insurance to help them restore homes and lives to normal. The mission of SBP is to shrink the time between disaster and recovery.
Read PDFSBP's Disaster Assistance Program helps disaster survivors to secure the maximum amount of FEMA funding for which they are eligible to meet their immediate and long-term recovery needs. This video playlist will navigate you to the right resources and information to recover after a disaster.
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