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.
More about the 1000 Year Storm
- How to Apply for Flood-Related Disaster Relief - Graham Kilmer - Sep 12th, 2025
- Wisconsin to Receive $29.8 Million in Federal Funding for Flood Recovery Aid (How To Apply) - City of Milwaukee - Sep 12th, 2025
- Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Announces Federal Disaster Declaration Approval - County Executive David Crowley - Sep 12th, 2025
- Senator Baldwin Releases Statement After Gov. Evers’ Request for Flood Damage Aid Was Approved - U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin - Sep 11th, 2025
- Congresswoman Gwen Moore Applauds News That Wisconsin Will Receive Federal Flooding Assistance - U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore - Sep 11th, 2025
- Trump Approves Disaster Relief For 1,000-Year Milwaukee Storm - Jeramey Jannene - Sep 11th, 2025
- Council Pleased With City’s Response To 1,000-Year Storm - Jeramey Jannene - Sep 11th, 2025
- Flood Damage Rises As Community Waits For President Trump to Help - Graham Kilmer - Sep 10th, 2025
- Recovery resources, community support services available this week - Ald. Lamont Westmoreland - Sep 2nd, 2025
- Red Cross and Partners to Hold Multi-Agency Resource Centers for People Affected by Devastating Flooding - American Red Cross - Aug 31st, 2025
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