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Mar 11, 2020 at 11:30 am by Staff


Disaster Relief Info for Tornado Victims


Tornado Emergency Financial Assistance, Deadline Now April 7, 2020

Eligible households now have until Wednesday, April 7, 2020, to contact the American Red Cross

March 30, 2020 - The American Red Cross is further extending the deadline to file for emergency financial assistance to people whose homes suffered major damage or were destroyed by the recent tornadoes that struck Middle Tennessee. The new deadline is April 7, 2020.

"We want to make sure that everyone whose home or apartment that suffered major damage or was destroyed has an opportunity to file an application with the Red Cross for financial assistance," said Kevin Watt, Disaster Program Manager for the American Red Cross Nashville Area. "If the damage to their home falls into this category and they have not yet contacted the Red Cross, they should make a phone call today if at all possible."

Homeowners and home renters who were affected by the tornadoes can determine if they are qualified for financial assistance and complete an application by calling 800-RED-CROSS (800-733-2767) and selecting prompt #4. Calls will be accepted during the following hours: Monday through Friday 7:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.; Saturday 7:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.; and Sunday 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. One gift of financial assistance is available to each qualified household.

Additional forms of assistance may be available to those affected by the tornadoes. Call 2-1-1 or go to RedCrossDisasterSources.auntbertha.com.

All Red Cross services, including financial assistance, are free and available to eligible households, regardless of citizenship or residency status, nationality, race, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, class or political opinions.


Deadline Extended to Apply for Emergency Financial Assistance

Eligible households now have until Wednesday, April 1, 2020, to contact the American Red Cross

March 25, 2020 - The American Red Cross is prepared to offer emergency financial assistance to those whose homes had major damage or were destroyed by the recent tornadoes that hit in Middle Tennessee.

The extended deadline to file an application is Wednesday, April 1, 2020. Homeowners and home renters who were affected by the tornadoes can determine if they are qualified for this assistance and complete an application by calling 800-RED-CROSS (800-733-2767) and selecting prompt #4. One gift of financial assistance is available to each qualified household. Those who think they may be eligible should call immediately.

Additional forms of assistance may be available to those affected by the tornadoes. Call 2-1-1 or go to RedCrossDisasterResources.auntbertha.com.

All Red Cross services, including financial assistance, are free and available to eligible households, regardless of citizenship or residency status, nationality, race, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, class or political opinions.


Red Cross Announces Emergency Financial Assistance Program Following Tennessee Tornadoes

Eligible households can apply for financial assistance to support emergency needs

March 14 - The American Red Cross continues to serve those affected by the recent tornadoes. Red Cross is prepared to provide financial assistance to support emergency needs to thousands of households that were destroyed or sustained major damage.

Beginning Monday, March 16, at 9 am, head of households may contact the American Red Cross by calling 1-800-RED-CROSS to speak to a dedicated call agent to complete an application for financial assistance.

Assistance lines are open Monday through Friday from 7:30 am -10 pm, Saturday from 7:30 am -8 pm, and Sunday 10 am -6 pm. The deadline to apply for emergency assistance is Thursday, March 27.

Regardless of whether a household qualifies for financial assistance, other forms of Red Cross support are available to the community. To learn about other resources, call 2-1-1 or visit redcrossdisasterresources.auntbertha.com/.

All Red Cross services, including financial assistance, are free and available to whoever to eligible households, regardless of citizenship or residency status, nationality, race, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, class or political opinions.


March 5 - President Donald J. Trump granted an Expedited Major Disaster Declaration for the State of Tennessee triggering the release of Federal funds to help people and communities recover from Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line Winds, and Flooding that occurred March 3, 2020.

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