Federal funding is now available to business owners and individuals within Boulder County who were affected by the recent flooding.
According to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), disaster-related assistance may include:
- Low cost business loans up to $2 million for uninsured property losses
- Working capital loans up to $2 million for small businesses and nonprofits to cover cash flow problems to recover from this disaster
- Unemployment payments for workers who temporarily lost jobs because of the disaster
- Income tax assistance for filing casualty losses
- Rental payments for temporary housing
- Grants for home repairs for items not covered by insurance
- Grants to replace personal property
- Plus, other related support
If you have suffered disaster-related losses be sure to check with FEMA to discuss your specific situation as the info above is just a summary of assistance that may be available.
Businesses and individuals who suffered losses can learn more and seek assistance by applying online at www.DisasterAssistance.gov or by calling 1.800.621.3362.
Before starting your application, best to have the following information available, if possible: business Federal Tax ID # (or social security number), insurance information, summary of damage, basic financial information, contact information, and direct deposit information (if you are approved for financial assistance).
