Hal Rogers Office Provides East KY Flood Relief Update

The following update was provided from Congressman Hal Rogers’ office: In the dark of the night, Eastern Kentucky was ravaged by a deadly flash flood in July unlike any we have experienced in our lifetime. With the death toll now at 39 and others still missing, I join our entire region in mourning the widespread […]

On August 12, 2022

Foundation for Appalachian Kentucky Details Donation Items Needed For Flood Relief

Corey Chesnut with Forcht Bank went to Foundation for Appalachian Kentucky recently and wanted to provide an update on what is going on. First of all it’s amazing what they are doing, they gave out $800k just this weekend and have about 5000 emergency grant applications still to be processed. They have about 20 high […]

On August 12, 2022

God’s Pantry Food Bank Continues to Assist in Eastern Kentucky Disaster Relief Efforts

Here in Kentucky, we come together to support friends and neighbors in times of need. Weather-related disasters are just one of many unforeseen circumstances that can immediately thrust someone into experiencing hunger. A staggering number of individuals and families in Eastern Kentucky have been severely impacted by the recent devastating floods, and the team at God’s Pantry […]

On August 10, 2022

Foundation for Appalachia Kentucky Announces Small Business, Nonprofit & Social Enterprise Flood Relief Grants

Small Business, Nonprofit & Social Enterprise Flood Relief Grants are now open at bit.ly/ekygrantapp. Up to $10,000 grants are available for flood-impacted Small Businesses, Nonprofits, and Social Enterprises This is a grant, not a loan, funds do not have to be repaid The focus is on the primary counties of Breathitt, Clay, Knott, Letcher, Perry, […]

On August 10, 2022

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Perry County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Disaster Recovery Center is open in Perry County to assist Kentucky flood survivors who experienced loss from the Eastern Kentucky flooding. Center location: • Perry County: Hazard Community College –1 Community College Dr, Hazard KY 41701 Already Open: • Knott County: Knott County Sport Plex – 450 Kenny Champion Loop #8765 […]

On August 9, 2022

Businesses and Residents in Thirty Counties Across Four States Eligible for SBA Disaster Assistance for Eastern Kentucky Flooding Disaster

ATLANTA – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced today that Leslie, Magoffin, Martin and Whitley Counties are now included as primary counties in the disaster declaration in Eastern Kentucky for the severe storms, flooding, landslides and mudslides that began July 26. Physical disaster loans are now available to businesses and residents of those counties. […]

On August 8, 2022

SBA Adds Additional County to Eastern Kentucky Disaster Declaration and Extends Business Recovery Center Hours

ATLANTA – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced today that Owsley County is now included as a primary county in the disaster declaration in Eastern Kentucky for the severe storms, flooding, landslides and mudslides that began July 26. The SBA is also extending the hours of all its Kentucky Business Recovery Centers (BRCs) from […]

On August 8, 2022

Kemper Home Furnishings Accepting Donations for Flood Relief

Kemper Home Furnishings in London, Kentucky is receiving items to take to those impacted by the flooding. They are taking them directly to the affected areas. They are taking loads at least once per week right now. Please utilize their drop off point to donate supplies during regular business hours.

On August 5, 2022

Mountain Association Provides List of Resources for Businesses, Organizations, and Individuals Impacted By Floods

The following information was provided to the Chamber by the Mountain Association: Our hearts go out to all those impacted by the devastating floods that hit Eastern Kentucky in the early morning hours last Thursday. Even while grieving the loss of loved ones and homes, Eastern Kentuckians are inspiring people across the world with what […]

On August 5, 2022

GOD’S PANTRY FOOD BANK CONTINUES DISASTER RELIEF EFFORTS IN EASTERN KENTUCKY GIVE NOW TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Neighbors in Eastern Kentucky have been severely impacted by the devastating floods that occurred last week. Our team at God’s Pantry Food Bank, along with dozens of local community partners, are moving quickly to meet the widespread need for food, water, and relief supplies. As friends of God’s Pantry Food Bank, we want to take […]

On August 5, 2022

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