Wisconsin to Receive $29.8 Million in Federal Funding for Flood Recovery Aid (How To Apply)
MILWAUKEE – On Thursday, President Donald Trump announced on his social media platform, Truth Social, that he has approved $29.8 million in federal funding for individuals in Wisconsin who sustained flood damage as a result of the historic rainfall approximately one month ago.
“The President’s social media post is welcome news for the people who suffered in August’s flooding. The damage was extensive, and Federal help is so important as our residents get their lives back on track. I appreciate all the work that’s been done to reach this point by the city, the county, the state, and the Federal Emergency Management Agency. President Trump’s decision is a significant stride forward in this area’s recovery efforts,” said Mayor Cavalier Johnson.
The request submitted to the Administration included six Wisconsin counties. For FEMA’s Individual Assistance program, the counties involved are Milwaukee, Washington, and Waukesha. For FEMA’s Public Assistance program, the counties include Door, Grant, Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Washington, and Waukesha. Currently, the presidential disaster declaration applies only to individuals and households in Milwaukee, Washington, and Waukesha counties. FEMA will announce a deadline for flood survivors to apply for Individual Assistance.
To begin the application process, flood victims should visit www.disasterassistance.gov. Please remember to include:
- Contact information
- Email address
- Address at the time of the disaster and current address
- Social Security number
- General list of damage and losses
- Banking information if choosing direct deposit
- If insured, policy number, or the agent and/or the company name
They can also call 1-800-621-3362 for additional support or assistance.
Information will continue to be updated as it becomes available.
NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.
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- Trump Administration Denies More Disaster Aid for Wisconsin - Graham Kilmer - Oct 29th, 2025
- Trump Administration Denies Hazard Mitigation Funding for Wisconsin Communities After Denying Public Assistance Relief - Gov. Tony Evers - Oct 29th, 2025
- Two Weeks Remain to Apply for FEMA Assistance for August floods - Wisconsin National Guard Public Affairs - Oct 29th, 2025
- Wisconsin Officials Decry Denial of FEMA Assistance - Isiah Holmes - Oct 27th, 2025
- MKE County: County Can’t Afford Disaster Recovery - Graham Kilmer - Oct 25th, 2025
- FEMA denial on flood damage assistance for public infrastructure is a gut punch - Milwaukee Common Council - Oct 24th, 2025
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