FEMA: Private Nonprofits Including Houses of Worship May Qualify for Hurricane Lala Public Assistance in Hawaii
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) said in an October 22 press release that private nonprofit organizations, including houses of worship, in the City and County of Honolulu, Hawaii County and Maui County may be eligible for FEMA Public Assistance funding for damage caused by Hurricane Lala, which struck Hawaii from August 14 to 16, 2026.
FEMA said the Public Assistance program can reimburse eligible applicants for emergency protective measures, debris removal and repairs to damaged roads, bridges and facilities. Private nonprofits must first submit a Request for Public Assistance through the state.
The deadline to submit a Request for Public Assistance was November 6, 2026, according to the release. Organizations could contact the Hawaii public assistance office at [email protected] for guidance.
FEMA advised applicants to keep complete records of storm damage and repair spending for review during the application process.
(Source: Federal Emergency Management Agency)
Source: Federal Emergency Management Agency
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