In-Person FEMA Assistance Available Through Thursday at Disaster Recovery Centers
September 23, 2025 | 2 min reading time
Attention all residents impacted by the May 16 tornado in the City of St. Louis: In-person FEMA assistance is available through Thursday, Sept. 25 at both Disaster Recovery Centers. This is your chance to receive help with your disaster assistance application, ask questions, and submit required documents. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to get the support you need.
According to recent reports, these centers have already had over 10,000 visits, showing the high demand for assistance in the community. But even after Sept. 25, you can still stay in touch with FEMA through various channels, including visiting DisasterAssistance.gov, calling 1-800-621-3362, and using the FEMA app.
By the Numbers
If you have suffered losses that are not covered by insurance, FEMA may be able to provide financial assistance for home repairs, temporary housing, essential personal property, and other needs. So far, FEMA has provided $47 million in Individual Assistance to homeowners and renters, with $4.9 million of that coming from the Missouri State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA). Over 9,000 households have already been approved for assistance, and FEMA has completed about 14,900 home inspections.
In addition, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has approved $24.4 million in low-interest disaster loans to help homeowners, renters, and businesses recover from the disaster. To apply for these loans, visit https://lending.sba.gov.
FEMA Assistance May Be Available to Help with Rent
If you need assistance with rent, whether you are a homeowner or renter, be sure to contact FEMA by visiting a Disaster Recovery Center or calling 1-800-621-3362. Rental Assistance may be able to cover your monthly rent, including a security deposit, but it may not cover all rental expenses. Additionally, if you have already received rental assistance from FEMA and still require further assistance while working towards a permanent housing plan, you may be eligible for Continued Temporary Housing Assistance (CTHA).
Stay in Touch with FEMA
Even though the application deadline has passed, help is still available. Make sure to keep all receipts for disaster-related purchases and provide contractor estimates for repairs. Also, be sure to read any letters from FEMA carefully, as they may contain important information about your application. If your application is not approved, don’t worry – the letter will explain next steps and how to appeal. And if you have insurance, be sure to provide documentation to FEMA so they can consider you for assistance.
Department: City Emergency Management Agency
Office of the Mayor
