Many thanks to the individuals, nonprofits, businesses, and government departments that have stepped up to assist the arts & culture community during this crucial time. Your support is helping!
Latest Update: Thursday, June 27 @ 4:00 PM (Classified will update as resources become available)
FloridaCommerce announced that Governor Ron DeSantis activated the Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program, making $2 million available for businesses impacted by the recent severe weather that impacted North Florida. Florida small business owners in need of assistance are encouraged to visit www.FloridaJobs.org/EBL to apply for the Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program. Businesses in Baker, Columbia, Escambia, Gadsden, Hamilton, Jefferson, Lafayette, Leon, Liberty, Madison, Okaloosa, Santa Rosa, Suwannee, Taylor, and Wakulla counties, including sole proprietors, are eligible to apply.
Leon County Emergency Management is seeking assistance from the public to document damage within Tallahassee and Leon County resulting from the severe weather incident that occurred on Friday, May 10, 2024.
Click here to fill out the Leon County Property Damage Form.
Once a citizen has completed a Property Damage Assessment, Leon County adds that report to our initial damage assessment. Your reported damage helps us appeal to the federal government for disaster relief and assistance. Your reported damage can help tell the story that our community needs national assistance to recover and return to normal.
Also, after filling out the form, if you have unmet needs, please contact 2-1-1 Big Bend by dialing 2-1-1 or calling 850-617-6333.
FloridaCommerce and the State Emergency Response Team (SERT) activated the Business Damage Assessment Survey in response to the May Severe Weather event. Survey responses will allow the state to expedite recovery efforts by gathering data and assessing the needs of affected businesses. Businesses can complete the survey online by visiting FloridaDisaster.biz and selecting “May North Florida Tornadoes” from the dropdown menu.
If you’re dealing with fallen or damaged trees after the storm, you might be considering a tree removal service. We understand this can be a daunting task, so we've gathered valuable information from the UF/IFAS Leon County Extension to help you make an informed decision. Their guidelines offer insights on how to choose a reliable and professional tree service, ensuring your property is handled with care and expertise.
Click HERE to learn more about 'How to Hire a Tree Service.'
United Partners for Human Services (UPHS) is offering microgrants to Leon County businesses impacted by the May 10 tornadoes. Applications are open now; there is no listed deadline. Click HERE to learn more.
As the community continues to recover following the outbreak of tornadoes last week, residents can reach out to the following organizations for free yard clean up, including cutting and clearing trees from private property.
Samaritan's Purse: 833-747-1234
Florida Baptist Disaster Relief and Recovery Ministries: 904-253-0502
Kathleen Spehar, Executive Director, COCA
kathleen@tallahasseearts.org | 850-224-2500 x2
Reenee Williams, Rapid Response Coordinator, CareerSource Capital Regionreenee.williams@careersourcecapitalregion.com | (850) 617-4616
Kathy Grunewald, Senior Disaster Coordination Attorney, Legal Services of North Florida 850-385-9007 (direct) kgrunewald@lsnf.org
Would you like to provide any of the listed below? Contact Kathleen Spehar at kathleen@tallahasseearts.org or COCA staff via info@tallahasseearts.org. We will add your information to this growing list of community resources.