STORM RECOVERY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM UPDATE:
United Way Northwest Indiana has concluded the acceptance of new applications for its Storm Recovery Assistance Program. Through the generosity of our donors and partners, $550,000 in short-term relief funding has helped thousands of our neighbors across Northwest Indiana affected by the storms.
With available short-term relief funding exhausted, we are no longer accepting new applications. We are grateful to everyone who contributed to this effort and helped connect residents with assistance during a difficult time.
Additional Assistance Available Through FEMA
FEMA is accepting applications for disaster assistance through October 25, 2026. Residents affected by the storms are encouraged to visit FEMA.gov for eligibility information and application details. Additional resources can be found on our resources page.
Thank you to the donors, partners, volunteers, and community members who continue to come together to support our neighbors. United is the Way to Recover.
The storm may have passed. The financial impact may not have.
The August 11, 2026 storms disrupted more than homes and neighborhoods. For many Northwest Indiana families, the storms disrupted work, child care, transportation, housing, and household finances.
Some employers were unable to operate because of power outages. Some employees missed work or lost wages. Some families were forced to stay somewhere other than home while repairs were made. Others faced unexpected expenses while trying to replace damaged belongings, secure temporary housing, or care for their families.
Insurance and federal assistance can provide support, but they do not always cover everything a household needs to recover.
Questions?
Reach out to our team at crisishelp@unitedwaynwi.org for more information.
What happens after you apply?
- Complete the application.
Tell us how the storms affected your household and created a financial hardship. Please allow 7-10 business days for our team to review your eligibility screening. We anticipate receiving a high volume of requests and appreciate your patience as we work to review each submission and connect eligible households with assistance.
- Our team reviews your application.
We will review your information and determine whether you meet the program's eligibility requirements.
- We connect with you.
If additional information is needed, a member of our team will reach out. If you are not eligible for this particular assistance, we will let you know and do our best to help you identify other resources or support that may be available to you.
- Assistance is provided when eligible
Approved assistance will be provided according to program guidelines and available funding.