VERMONT DISASTER RECOVERY FUND
Helping Vermonters Recover from Natural Disasters
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Our Current Focus
The disastrous flooding events of July 2023 have required a concerted effort on the part of federal, state and local organizations and non-profits to address the many needs of affected individuals and businesses. VDRF is actively engaged as a partner in this effort throughout Vermont.
We have implemented a case management system to help us provide funding to the survivors of the flooding here in Vermont. This is within our mission statement, as the "fund of last resort". Case Managers are associated with Long Term Recovery Groups (LTRGs) specific to regions of Vermont affected by flooding. A map of the LTRG regions can be accessed here, and a list of LTRG contacts can be accessed here.
As of September 1, 2024, VDRF has approved $1 Million in grants for losses experienced by 71 families in seven counties, and more cases are being considered each week. With the flood events during the month of July, 2024, we expect even more requests for assistance. In partnership with the Vermont Community Foundation (VCF), VDRF will continue to provide assistance in response to extreme weather events that are being driven by climate change.
See the latest news here.
About VDRF
Our Roots
The Vermont Disaster Recovery Fund (VDRF) was established and is managed by an independent, non-profit organization, the Vermont Long-Term Recovery Group (VTLRG).
This volunteer Board works closely with Vermont Emergency Management (VEM) and the Vermont chapter of Voluntary Organizations Active in Disasters (VTVOAD), which represents national organizations who support on-the-ground efforts and help people impacted by disasters.
Our Mission
The mission of the Vermont Disaster Recovery Fund, a Vermont nonprofit corporation, is to be a source of last resort funding to help meet the unmet long term recovery needs of Vermont individuals and families impacted by disasters. VDRF shall raise, hold and allocate funds through an effective grant process recognized by State and local officials and partner agencies operating under the State Emergency Management Plan.
It is the intent of the Vermont Long Term Disaster Recovery Group to utilize these funds after an individual or family has used personal insurance, FEMA assistance, local long term recovery funds and other grant programs. Personal assets and Small Business Administration eligibility will be reviewed in determining a person’s grant request.
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Vermont Disaster Recovery Fund
PO Box 843
Montpelier, VT 05601
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