disaster relief
noun
: money to help rebuild an area after a disaster
The state is asking for federal disaster relief.
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Supporters of disaster relief People who come to support and help local residents and businesses in a disaster zone may also qualify for filings and payments extensions, Ringbauer said.
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Medora Lee, USA TODAY, 16 Jan. 2025
Residents who have lost their homes or businesses can apply for disaster relief loans, while mental health counseling and other services will also be available.
—Stephanie Fuerte, NBC News, 16 Jan. 2025
If the tax deduction is important to you, consider working with an organization that provides disaster relief.
—Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes, 15 Jan. 2025
But disaster relief is flowing to fire victims at the moment, and Trump is unlikely to stop it.
—Lia Russell, Sacramento Bee, 15 Jan. 2025
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Medora Lee, USA TODAY, 16 Jan. 2025
Residents who have lost their homes or businesses can apply for disaster relief loans, while mental health counseling and other services will also be available.
—Stephanie Fuerte, NBC News, 16 Jan. 2025
If the tax deduction is important to you, consider working with an organization that provides disaster relief.
—Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes, 15 Jan. 2025
But disaster relief is flowing to fire victims at the moment, and Trump is unlikely to stop it.
—Lia Russell, Sacramento Bee, 15 Jan. 2025
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“Disaster relief.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/disaster%20relief. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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