SBP's Disaster Assistance Program helps disaster affected homeowners to secure the maximum amount of FEMA funding to meet their immediate and long-term recovery needs.
The FEMA appeals process can be complex to navigate, especially for those who have never done so before. SBP’s Disaster Assistance Program team guides homeowners through the FEMAappeals process and files the following appeal types on their behalf:
Homeowners s who reach out or are referred to the Disaster Assistance Program are connected with an expert team that:
From that point, FEMA will communicate directly with the homeowner about the appeal and any determination made. If additional appeals are required for that homeowner to reach their maximum eligible funding, SBP’s Disaster Assistance Program team will continue drafting, compiling, and filing appeals as needed.
As extreme weather events become more frequent and severe, timely and predictable support is crucial. Despite FEMA's role in recovery, the application and appeal process can be daunting, contributing to a growing wealth gap. Studies reveal that FEMA funding can inadvertently affect wealth disparities following disasters.
SBP is committed to navigating the complexities of FEMA appeals to bridge the gaps in recovery funding and support for homeowners impacted by a disaster.
Ikaw ay Kwalipikado para sa isang Apela kung Ikaw ay:
Disaster Assistance Program Hotline for FEMA Assistance: (800) 276-9511
Free Resources to Boost Your FEMA Claim:
Access our comprehensive guides to effectively file for FEMA assistance and appeal decisions and ensure you maximize your benefits for a quicker recovery.
"Marami sa atin ang nakaranas kung gaano ka-stress at halos imposibleng harapin ang FEMA - ang mga liham, ang mga dokumentong patuloy nilang hinihingi na paulit-ulit mo nang naibigay, at pagkatapos ay kailangang labanan ang sistema ng apela ng FEMA. Sa kabutihang-palad, tinutulungan ako ng organisasyon ng SBP sa aking mga apela sa bawat yugto na hindi ko naabot o sinubukang gawin ito nang mag-isa."
Nakaligtas sa wildfire sa Hawaii
"Gusto kong magpasalamat sa iyong pagpupursige sa apela ng aking mga magulang dahil nakakuha sila ng deposito sa kanilang checking account kaninang umaga mula sa FEMA! Sobrang saya nila! Salamat ulit sa lahat ng tulong mo!!"
Anak na babae ng Kentucky na nakaligtas sa baha
"Gusto kong pasalamatan ka para sa lahat ng iyong tulong. Binayaran ako ng FEMA para sa pag-aayos ng bahay at ang iba pang binayaran nila bago ang tulong sa pag-upa. Wala sa lahat ng ito ay magiging posible kung wala ang iyong tulong. Tinulungan mo akong maibalik ang aking buhay at hindi ko na magagawa sabihin sa iyo kung ano ang ibig sabihin nito."
Nakaligtas sa Hurricane Ian
"Nais kong magpasalamat mula sa kaibuturan ng aking puso. Nasa akin na ngayon ang lahat ng kailangan ko upang tapusin ang pagkukumpuni... Tuwang-tuwa ako. Ikaw ang aking matalik na kaibigan na hindi ko pa nakikilala. Maraming salamat."
Nakaligtas sa Hurricane Ian