notes: Together we can restore Florida. Insurance, government and relief organizations are not equipped to cover all of the needs of Floridians impacted by natural disasters. The Florida Disaster Recovery Fund was formed to meet the long-term recovery needs of Floridians. The Fund is managed by nonprofit Volunteer Florida Foundation, which manages the Governor's initiatives in community service and volunteerism. The Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) charitable organization (Florida registration number is CH8536) and your donations are tax-deductible. Goals of the Recovery Fund MAKE RECOVERY DOLLARS STRETCH – by providing needed financial assistance where insurance and government help leaves off HELP REBUILD FLORIDA COMMUNITIES AND LIVES. Funds may be used to help rebuild communities by providing needs identified by local organizations working in recovery, and by helping nonprofits and faith-based organizations rebuild their own structures so they may continue to assist in rebuilding communities. Guiding Principles Money goes where it is most needed, with local decision-making. Determinations of need are made by long-term recovery organizations within the impacted communities. These organizations are composed of individuals from immediate recovery organizations, businesses, nonprofits and other representatives living and working in recovery within those communities, who best know the constantly changing needs of their communities. Direct grants may also be given to nonprofits and faith-based groups who need to rebuild their own infrastructure to serve their communities. All donations are tax-deductible. A special account has been opened by the nonprofit Volunteer Florida Foundation to take donations. All donations designated for this purpose will be deposited in this special account and will be used for recovery efforts. (Registration number is CH8536). An audit and report of the use of funds is posted on this website. Please give. Your donation is tax deductible. To donate via the Internet, click here. For questions about this fund, or to donate by phone, call 1-800-825-3786 ------------------------------------ Steering Committee 1-800-825-3786 --or-- 850-410-0696 Chairman Connie Mack, former U.S. Senator Clarence Otis, CEO, Darden Restaurants Fonda Anderson, Vice President of Development, Alliance for School Choice Susan Story, President and CEO, Gulf Power Company Tony Carvajal, Executive Vice President, Florida Chamber of Commerce Foundation, Inc. Mike Fields, Tallahassee Market President and Director of Governmental Relations, Bank of America Kathleen Shanahan, CEO, WRS Infrastructure & Environment, Inc. Administration Volunteer Florida Foundation Chairman Gwynn Virostek, Consultant Kay Kammel, President -> from website - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE JANUARY 13, 2010 CONTACT: GOVERNOR'S PRESS OFFICE (850) 488-5394 Governor Crist Calls on Floridians to Contribute to Help Survivors of Disasters ~ Donations improve capability of disaster relief efforts ~ TALLAHASSEE – Governor Charlie Crist today announced he was activating "Neighbors to the Rescue" through the Florida Disaster Recovery Fund and asked Floridians to donate responsibly to survivors of disasters, including those in Haiti. "Our thoughts and prayers are with Florida families impacted by the destructive Haiti earthquake," said Governor Crist. "I urge Floridians and neighbors across the country capable of contributing to contact a relief organization they trust. The people of Haiti desperately need our assistance during their dark hour." The "Neighbors to the Rescue" through the Florida Disaster Recovery Fund is a Florida based fund that works with non-profit organizations to assist with long term recovery and unmet needs for Florida's regional neighbors victimized by disaster. "Neighbors to the Rescue" was created in 2005 following Hurricane Wilma. "Floridians have time and again shown that they are good neighbors to those in need. Through the Florida Disaster Recovery Fund’s ‘Neighbors to the Rescue’ Program, Floridians can make monetary donations and demonstrate their solidarity with the people of Haiti," said Marshall Criser III, president of AT&T Florida and chair of the Florida Disaster Recovery Fund's Advisory Council. Floridians and neighbors across the country can contribute to "Neighbors to the Rescue" by going to www.FLADisasterRecoveryFund.org – or by calling 1-800-825-3786. ============================== Together we can restore Florida. Insurance, government and relief organizations are not equipped to cover all of the needs of Floridians impacted by natural disasters. The Florida Disaster Recovery Fund was formed to meet the long-term recovery needs of Floridians. The Fund is managed by nonprofit Volunteer Florida Foundation, which manages the Governor's initiatives in community service and volunteerism. The Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) charitable organization (Florida registration number is CH8536) and your donations are tax-deductible. Goals of the Recovery Fund MAKE RECOVERY DOLLARS STRETCH – by providing needed financial assistance where insurance and government help leaves off HELP REBUILD FLORIDA COMMUNITIES AND LIVES. Funds may be used to help rebuild communities by providing needs identified by local organizations working in recovery, and by helping nonprofits and faith-based organizations rebuild their own structures so they may continue to assist in rebuilding communities. Guiding Principles Money goes where it is most needed, with local decision-making. Determinations of need are made by long-term recovery organizations within the impacted communities. These organizations are composed of individuals from immediate recovery organizations, businesses, nonprofits and other representatives living and working in recovery within those communities, who best know the constantly changing needs of their communities. Direct grants may also be given to nonprofits and faith-based groups who need to rebuild their own infrastructure to serve their communities. All donations are tax-deductible. A special account has been opened by the nonprofit Volunteer Florida Foundation to take donations. All donations designated for this purpose will be deposited in this special account and will be used for recovery efforts. (Registration number is CH8536). An audit and report of the use of funds is posted on this website. Please give. Your donation is tax deductible. To donate via the Internet, click here. For questions about this fund, or to donate by phone, call 1-800-825-3786 ------------------------------------ Steering Committee 1-800-825-3786 --or-- 850-410-0696 Chairman Connie Mack, former U.S. Senator Clarence Otis, CEO, Darden Restaurants Fonda Anderson, Vice President of Development, Alliance for School Choice Susan Story, President and CEO, Gulf Power Company Tony Carvajal, Executive Vice President, Florida Chamber of Commerce Foundation, Inc. Mike Fields, Tallahassee Market President and Director of Governmental Relations, Bank of America Kathleen Shanahan, CEO, WRS Infrastructure & Environment, Inc. Administration Volunteer Florida Foundation Chairman Gwynn Virostek, Consultant Kay Kammel, President
mission: The mission of the Florida Disaster Recovery Fund is to raise funds to help Floridians with recovery from natural disasters through strengthening families and rebuilding communities. -> The mission of the Florida Disaster Recovery Fund is to raise funds to help Floridians with recovery from natural disasters through strengthening families and rebuilding communities.

notes: Together we can restore Florida. Insurance, government and relief organizations are not equipped to cover all of the needs of Floridians impacted by natural disasters. The Florida Disaster Recovery Fund was formed to meet the long-term recovery needs of Floridians. The Fund is managed by nonprofit Volunteer Florida Foundation, which manages the Governor's initiatives in community service and volunteerism. The Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) charitable organization (Florida registration number is CH8536) and your donations are tax-deductible. Mission Statement: The mission of the Florida Disaster Recovery Fund is to raise funds to help Floridians with recovery from natural disasters through strengthening families and rebuilding communities. Goals of the Recovery Fund MAKE RECOVERY DOLLARS STRETCH – by providing needed financial assistance where insurance and government help leaves off HELP REBUILD FLORIDA COMMUNITIES AND LIVES. Funds may be used to help rebuild communities by providing needs identified by local organizations working in recovery, and by helping nonprofits and faith-based organizations rebuild their own structures so they may continue to assist in rebuilding communities. Guiding Principles Money goes where it is most needed, with local decision-making. Determinations of need are made by long-term recovery organizations within the impacted communities. These organizations are composed of individuals from immediate recovery organizations, businesses, nonprofits and other representatives living and working in recovery within those communities, who best know the constantly changing needs of their communities. Direct grants may also be given to nonprofits and faith-based groups who need to rebuild their own infrastructure to serve their communities. All donations are tax-deductible. A special account has been opened by the nonprofit Volunteer Florida Foundation to take donations. All donations designated for this purpose will be deposited in this special account and will be used for recovery efforts. (Registration number is CH8536). An audit and report of the use of funds is posted on this website. Please give. Your donation is tax deductible. To donate via the Internet, click here. For questions about this fund, or to donate by phone, call 1-800-825-3786 ------------------------------------ Steering Committee 1-800-825-3786 --or-- 850-410-0696 Chairman Connie Mack, former U.S. Senator Clarence Otis, CEO, Darden Restaurants Fonda Anderson, Vice President of Development, Alliance for School Choice Susan Story, President and CEO, Gulf Power Company Tony Carvajal, Executive Vice President, Florida Chamber of Commerce Foundation, Inc. Mike Fields, Tallahassee Market President and Director of Governmental Relations, Bank of America Kathleen Shanahan, CEO, WRS Infrastructure & Environment, Inc. Administration Volunteer Florida Foundation Chairman Gwynn Virostek, Consultant Kay Kammel, President -> Together we can restore Florida. Insurance, government and relief organizations are not equipped to cover all of the needs of Floridians impacted by natural disasters. The Florida Disaster Recovery Fund was formed to meet the long-term recovery needs of Floridians. The Fund is managed by nonprofit Volunteer Florida Foundation, which manages the Governor's initiatives in community service and volunteerism. The Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) charitable organization (Florida registration number is CH8536) and your donations are tax-deductible. Goals of the Recovery Fund MAKE RECOVERY DOLLARS STRETCH – by providing needed financial assistance where insurance and government help leaves off HELP REBUILD FLORIDA COMMUNITIES AND LIVES. Funds may be used to help rebuild communities by providing needs identified by local organizations working in recovery, and by helping nonprofits and faith-based organizations rebuild their own structures so they may continue to assist in rebuilding communities. Guiding Principles Money goes where it is most needed, with local decision-making. Determinations of need are made by long-term recovery organizations within the impacted communities. These organizations are composed of individuals from immediate recovery organizations, businesses, nonprofits and other representatives living and working in recovery within those communities, who best know the constantly changing needs of their communities. Direct grants may also be given to nonprofits and faith-based groups who need to rebuild their own infrastructure to serve their communities. All donations are tax-deductible. A special account has been opened by the nonprofit Volunteer Florida Foundation to take donations. All donations designated for this purpose will be deposited in this special account and will be used for recovery efforts. (Registration number is CH8536). An audit and report of the use of funds is posted on this website. Please give. Your donation is tax deductible. To donate via the Internet, click here. For questions about this fund, or to donate by phone, call 1-800-825-3786 ------------------------------------ Steering Committee 1-800-825-3786 --or-- 850-410-0696 Chairman Connie Mack, former U.S. Senator Clarence Otis, CEO, Darden Restaurants Fonda Anderson, Vice President of Development, Alliance for School Choice Susan Story, President and CEO, Gulf Power Company Tony Carvajal, Executive Vice President, Florida Chamber of Commerce Foundation, Inc. Mike Fields, Tallahassee Market President and Director of Governmental Relations, Bank of America Kathleen Shanahan, CEO, WRS Infrastructure & Environment, Inc. Administration Volunteer Florida Foundation Chairman Gwynn Virostek, Consultant Kay Kammel, President
mission: -> The mission of the Florida Disaster Recovery Fund is to raise funds to help Floridians with recovery from natural disasters through strengthening families and rebuilding communities.

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notes: Together we can restore Florida. With Floridians still recovering from the 2004 and 2005 hurricane seasons -- and new hurricane impacts possible in 2006 -- insurance, government and relief organizations are not equipped to cover all of the needs of Floridians impacted by these storms. Florida Governor Jeb Bush has established the Florida Hurricane Relief Fund to meet the growing recovery needs of Floridians impacted by these devastating storms. Mission Statement: The mission of the Florida Hurricane Relief Fund is to raise funds to help Floridians with recovery through strengthening families and rebuilding communities. Goals of the Relief Fund * MAKE RECOVERY DOLLARS STRETCH – by providing needed financial assistance where insurance and government help leaves off * Key recovery assistance will help Floridians and their communities. Funds may be used to help rebuild roofs, repair homes, provide child care assistance, assist nonprofits to rebuild, and much more. ------------------------ The Florida Hurricane Relief Fund announces the availability of grant funds to qualifying nonprofits, to address case management needs for the 2005 Wilma hurricane survivors remaining in FEMA temporary housing. Selected nonprofits will assist these hurricane survivors in securing affordable, permanent housing. Interested 501(c)(3) nonprofit applicants must be willing to work within Hurricane Wilma affected counties. Priority will be given to nonprofits who have expertise in case management of disaster victims. The RFP will be posted on the website on Friday, January 26, 2007. ----------------------- INCLUDES: Florida Hurricane Relief Fund Annual Report Volunteer in the recovery effort. To find a faith-based or community organization involved in recovery For Long Term Recovery Organization Contacts http://www.flahurricanefund.org/pdfs/longterm.pdf Low-income families can receive help in strengthening their homes! Complete with contacts & directions http://www.flahurricanefund.org/low_income_program.php ------------------------------------------ OTHER GRANT INFO AT: http://www.volunteerflorida.org/secondgui/grantinfo.html SUMMARY: Federal Aid Programs for Florida Disaster Recovery Posted by: "Jenni" Sat Feb 10, 2007 12:46 am (PST) Federal Aid Programs for Florida Disaster Recovery Release Date: February 8, 2007 Release Number: 1680-001FactSheet » More Information on Florida Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding Following is a summary of key federal disaster aid programs that can be made available as needed and warranted under President Bush's major disaster declaration issued for Florida. Assistance for Affected Individuals and Families Can Include as Required : Rental payments for temporary housing for those whose homes are unlivable. Initial assistance may be provided for up to three months for homeowners and at least one month for renters. Assistance may be extended if requested after the initial period based on a review of individual applicant requirements. (Source: FEMA funded and administered. ) Grants for home repairs and replacement of essential household items not covered by insurance to make damaged dwellings safe, sanitary and functional. (Source: FEMA funded and administered. ) Grants to replace personal property and help meet medical, dental, funeral, transportation and other serious disaster-related needs not covered by insurance or other federal, state and charitable aid programs. (Source: FEMA funded at 75 percent of total eligible costs; 25 percent funded by the state.) Unemployment payments up to 26 weeks for workers who temporarily lost jobs because of the disaster and who do not qualify for state benefits, such as self-employed individuals. (Source: FEMA funded; state administered. ) Low-interest loans to cover residential losses not fully compensated by insurance. Loans available up to $200,000 for primary residence; $40,000 for personal property, including renter losses. Loans available up to $1.5 million for business property losses not fully compensated by insurance. (Source: U.S. Small Business Administration. ) Loans up to $1.5 million for small businesses that have suffered disaster-related cash flow problems and need funds for working capital to recover from the disaster's adverse economic impact. This loan in combination with a property loss loan cannot exceed a total of $1.5 million. ( Source: U.S. Small Business Administration. ) Loans up to $500,000 for farmers, ranchers and aquaculture operators to cover production and property losses, excluding primary residence. (Source: Farm Service Agency , U.S. Dept. of Agriculture. ) Other relief programs: Crisis counseling for those traumatized by the disaster; income tax assistance for filing casualty losses; advisory assistance for legal, veterans benefits and social security matters. Assistance for the State and Affected Local Governments Can Include as Required : Payment of not less than 75 percent of the approved costs for hazard mitigation projects undertaken by state and local governments to prevent or reduce long-term risk to life and property from natural or technological disasters. ( Source: FEMA funded, state administered .) How to Apply for Assistance: Those in the counties designated for assistance to affected residents and business owners can begin the disaster application process by registering online at http://www.fema. gov or by calling 1-800-621-FEMA (3362) or 1-800-462-7585 (TTY) for the hearing and speech impaired . The toll-free telephone numbers are available from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. (local time) Monday through Sunday until further notice. Applicants registering for aid should be prepared to provide basic information about themselves (name, permanent address, phone number), insurance coverage and any other information to help substantiate losses. Application procedures for local governments will be explained at a series of federal/state applicant briefings with locations to be announced in the affected area by recovery officials. Approved public repair projects are paid through the state from funding provided by FEMA and other participating federal agencies. FEMA manages federal response and recovery efforts following any national incident, initiates mitigation activities and manages the National Flood Insurance Program. FEMA works closely with state and local emergency managers, law enforcement personnel, firefighters and other first responders. FEMA became part of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security on March 1, 2003. -> Together we can restore Florida. Insurance, government and relief organizations are not equipped to cover all of the needs of Floridians impacted by natural disasters. The Florida Disaster Recovery Fund was formed to meet the long-term recovery needs of Floridians. The Fund is managed by nonprofit Volunteer Florida Foundation, which manages the Governor's initiatives in community service and volunteerism. The Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) charitable organization (Florida registration number is CH8536) and your donations are tax-deductible. Mission Statement: The mission of the Florida Disaster Recovery Fund is to raise funds to help Floridians with recovery from natural disasters through strengthening families and rebuilding communities. Goals of the Recovery Fund MAKE RECOVERY DOLLARS STRETCH – by providing needed financial assistance where insurance and government help leaves off HELP REBUILD FLORIDA COMMUNITIES AND LIVES. Funds may be used to help rebuild communities by providing needs identified by local organizations working in recovery, and by helping nonprofits and faith-based organizations rebuild their own structures so they may continue to assist in rebuilding communities. Guiding Principles Money goes where it is most needed, with local decision-making. Determinations of need are made by long-term recovery organizations within the impacted communities. 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notes: Together we can restore Florida. With Floridians still recovering from the 2004 and 2005 hurricane seasons -- and new hurricane impacts possible in 2006 -- insurance, government and relief organizations are not equipped to cover all of the needs of Floridians impacted by these storms. Florida Governor Jeb Bush has established the Florida Hurricane Relief Fund to meet the growing recovery needs of Floridians impacted by these devastating storms. Mission Statement: The mission of the Florida Hurricane Relief Fund is to raise funds to help Floridians with recovery through strengthening families and rebuilding communities. Goals of the Relief Fund * MAKE RECOVERY DOLLARS STRETCH – by providing needed financial assistance where insurance and government help leaves off * Key recovery assistance will help Floridians and their communities. Funds may be used to help rebuild roofs, repair homes, provide child care assistance, assist nonprofits to rebuild, and much more. ------------------------ The Florida Hurricane Relief Fund announces the availability of grant funds to qualifying nonprofits, to address case management needs for the 2005 Wilma hurricane survivors remaining in FEMA temporary housing. Selected nonprofits will assist these hurricane survivors in securing affordable, permanent housing. Interested 501(c)(3) nonprofit applicants must be willing to work within Hurricane Wilma affected counties. Priority will be given to nonprofits who have expertise in case management of disaster victims. The RFP will be posted on the website on Friday, January 26, 2007. ----------------------- INCLUDES: Florida Hurricane Relief Fund Annual Report Volunteer in the recovery effort. To find a faith-based or community organization involved in recovery For Long Term Recovery Organization Contacts http://www.flahurricanefund.org/pdfs/longterm.pdf Low-income families can receive help in strengthening their homes! Complete with contacts & directions http://www.flahurricanefund.org/low_income_program.php ------------------------------------------ OTHER GRANT INFO AT: http://www.volunteerflorida.org/secondgui/grantinfo.html -> Together we can restore Florida. With Floridians still recovering from the 2004 and 2005 hurricane seasons -- and new hurricane impacts possible in 2006 -- insurance, government and relief organizations are not equipped to cover all of the needs of Floridians impacted by these storms. Florida Governor Jeb Bush has established the Florida Hurricane Relief Fund to meet the growing recovery needs of Floridians impacted by these devastating storms. Mission Statement: The mission of the Florida Hurricane Relief Fund is to raise funds to help Floridians with recovery through strengthening families and rebuilding communities. Goals of the Relief Fund * MAKE RECOVERY DOLLARS STRETCH – by providing needed financial assistance where insurance and government help leaves off * Key recovery assistance will help Floridians and their communities. Funds may be used to help rebuild roofs, repair homes, provide child care assistance, assist nonprofits to rebuild, and much more. ------------------------ The Florida Hurricane Relief Fund announces the availability of grant funds to qualifying nonprofits, to address case management needs for the 2005 Wilma hurricane survivors remaining in FEMA temporary housing. Selected nonprofits will assist these hurricane survivors in securing affordable, permanent housing. Interested 501(c)(3) nonprofit applicants must be willing to work within Hurricane Wilma affected counties. Priority will be given to nonprofits who have expertise in case management of disaster victims. The RFP will be posted on the website on Friday, January 26, 2007. ----------------------- INCLUDES: Florida Hurricane Relief Fund Annual Report Volunteer in the recovery effort. To find a faith-based or community organization involved in recovery For Long Term Recovery Organization Contacts http://www.flahurricanefund.org/pdfs/longterm.pdf Low-income families can receive help in strengthening their homes! Complete with contacts & directions http://www.flahurricanefund.org/low_income_program.php ------------------------------------------ OTHER GRANT INFO AT: http://www.volunteerflorida.org/secondgui/grantinfo.html SUMMARY: Federal Aid Programs for Florida Disaster Recovery Posted by: "Jenni" Sat Feb 10, 2007 12:46 am (PST) Federal Aid Programs for Florida Disaster Recovery Release Date: February 8, 2007 Release Number: 1680-001FactSheet » More Information on Florida Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding Following is a summary of key federal disaster aid programs that can be made available as needed and warranted under President Bush's major disaster declaration issued for Florida. Assistance for Affected Individuals and Families Can Include as Required : Rental payments for temporary housing for those whose homes are unlivable. Initial assistance may be provided for up to three months for homeowners and at least one month for renters. Assistance may be extended if requested after the initial period based on a review of individual applicant requirements. (Source: FEMA funded and administered. ) Grants for home repairs and replacement of essential household items not covered by insurance to make damaged dwellings safe, sanitary and functional. (Source: FEMA funded and administered. ) Grants to replace personal property and help meet medical, dental, funeral, transportation and other serious disaster-related needs not covered by insurance or other federal, state and charitable aid programs. (Source: FEMA funded at 75 percent of total eligible costs; 25 percent funded by the state.) Unemployment payments up to 26 weeks for workers who temporarily lost jobs because of the disaster and who do not qualify for state benefits, such as self-employed individuals. (Source: FEMA funded; state administered. ) Low-interest loans to cover residential losses not fully compensated by insurance. Loans available up to $200,000 for primary residence; $40,000 for personal property, including renter losses. Loans available up to $1.5 million for business property losses not fully compensated by insurance. (Source: U.S. Small Business Administration. ) Loans up to $1.5 million for small businesses that have suffered disaster-related cash flow problems and need funds for working capital to recover from the disaster's adverse economic impact. This loan in combination with a property loss loan cannot exceed a total of $1.5 million. ( Source: U.S. Small Business Administration. ) Loans up to $500,000 for farmers, ranchers and aquaculture operators to cover production and property losses, excluding primary residence. (Source: Farm Service Agency , U.S. Dept. of Agriculture. ) Other relief programs: Crisis counseling for those traumatized by the disaster; income tax assistance for filing casualty losses; advisory assistance for legal, veterans benefits and social security matters. Assistance for the State and Affected Local Governments Can Include as Required : Payment of not less than 75 percent of the approved costs for hazard mitigation projects undertaken by state and local governments to prevent or reduce long-term risk to life and property from natural or technological disasters. ( Source: FEMA funded, state administered .) How to Apply for Assistance: Those in the counties designated for assistance to affected residents and business owners can begin the disaster application process by registering online at http://www.fema. gov or by calling 1-800-621-FEMA (3362) or 1-800-462-7585 (TTY) for the hearing and speech impaired . The toll-free telephone numbers are available from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. (local time) Monday through Sunday until further notice. Applicants registering for aid should be prepared to provide basic information about themselves (name, permanent address, phone number), insurance coverage and any other information to help substantiate losses. Application procedures for local governments will be explained at a series of federal/state applicant briefings with locations to be announced in the affected area by recovery officials. Approved public repair projects are paid through the state from funding provided by FEMA and other participating federal agencies. FEMA manages federal response and recovery efforts following any national incident, initiates mitigation activities and manages the National Flood Insurance Program. FEMA works closely with state and local emergency managers, law enforcement personnel, firefighters and other first responders. FEMA became part of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security on March 1, 2003.

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