Disaster Related Cash Grants | FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY - Disaster Services
Eligibility
Hours
Voice - Disaster Assistance General Inquiries
Languages
Interpreter services available
Application process
Visit website to apply, or call/email for assistance Documents Required: - Social Security Number - Employer’s payroll document containing full or last four digits of your SSN - Military identification - Marriage license to confirm proof of maiden name - U.S. passport
Fees
No fee
Service area
IL
Description
Provides information and financial assistance for people and small businesses affected by disasters. Financial assistance is only available for losses not covered by insurance. Assistance is also only available in an area where a disaster, declared by the President of the United States, occurred. If a disaster is federally declared, FEMA may provide financial assistance for: - Necessary home repairs - Emergency assistance for mortgage and rent - Home replacement - Medical and dental services - Funeral services - Transportation, moving, and storage services
Date of Last Formal Update
09/09/2025
Data provided by
Lake County 211
What's Here
Providing organization
FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY
Program of the federal government providing disaster assistance and information.