The AARC Disaster Relief Fund was launched in 1992 to assist members who have suffered damage to their homes or other personal property as a result of federally declared natural disasters. Over the past 26 years the fund has been activated to help members who’ve lost property due to hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, earthquakes, and fires.
Once activated, members have 90 days to apply for a grant of up to $500. Only individuals who were members of the AARC at the time of the disaster are eligible for grants from this fund. See the AARC Disaster Relief Policy for more information.
Donate to the Fund
The fund would not be possible without the generous donations from the AARC membership. If you would like to contribute to AARC’s Disaster Relief Fund, send a check made payable to AARC, P.O. Box 630007, Irving, TX 75063-9998, and put “Disaster Fund” in the memo section of the check. You can also donate online or call Crystal Leighton at (972) 406-4682 to make a donation with a credit card.
Apply for a Grant
Please complete an application to apply for a grant from the AARC’s disaster relief fund or call Crystal Leighton at (972) 406-4682 to apply over the phone.
Currently Declared Disasters
January 2025
| Location | Event | Declared | Expires |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | Fire | Jan. 9, 2025 | April 9, 2025 |
October 2024
| Location | Event | Declared | Expires |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida | Hurricane Milton | Oct. 9, 2024 | Jan. 9, 2024 |
| Georgia | Tropical Storm Helene | Oct. 7, 2024 | Jan. 7, 2025 |
September 2024
| Location | Event | Declared | Expires |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | Tropical Storm Helene | Sept. 30, 2024 | Dec. 30, 2024 |
| Louisiana | Storms, flooding | Sept. 20, 2024 | Dec. 20, 2024 |
August 2024
| Location | Event | Declared | Expires |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | Storms, flooding, landslides | Aug 26, 2024 | Feb 26, 2025 |
July 2024
| Location | Event | Declared | Expires |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | Wildfires | Jul 31, 2024 | Jan 31, 2025 |
| Texas | Hurricane Beryl | Jul 9, 2024 | Jan 9, 2025 |