FLOOD AID FOR ANDERSON
Direct assistance for Anderson residents impacted by the August 2026 flooding.
About Flood Aid for Anderson
Flood Aid for Anderson is a community-wide fundraising initiative created to provide direct financial assistance to Anderson residents and businesses impacted by the historic August 2026 flooding.
Led by Gary and Darla Sallee in partnership with Anderson Indiana Main Street and the Anderson Gaslight Festival, the effort brought together community organizations, businesses, performers, volunteers and donors through a weeklong fundraising campaign and August 23 benefit event.
The fund remains open for donations, and continued contributions will help expand the assistance available to flood-impacted residents and, as funding allows, businesses.
Madison County Community Foundation serves as the charitable steward of the fund, receiving and managing contributions and facilitating the distribution through Anderson Indiana Main Street.
Apply for Immediate Assistance
Flood Aid for Anderson is providing assistance in phases to help Anderson households impacted by the August flooding.
Phase One: Approximately $300 in immediate assistance for eligible households whose primary residence is within the documented flood-impacted area. The goal is to keep Phase One open through September 10, depending on available funding.
Phase Two: If funds remain available, a second phase is expected to begin around September 14 for additional flood-impacted households, including those outside the initial documented area.
Timelines may shift based on available funds and community need.
The application is brief and designed to make the process as simple as possible.
Before You Apply
Please be prepared to provide:
Your contact information and address
Information about how the flooding impacted your home or business
Proof of primary residence showing your name and address, such as a driver’s license, utility bill, lease, bank statement, or other official mail. You will need to upload a clear photo of this document with your application.
Please submit one application per household or business.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Flood Aid for Anderson is a community-supported charitable fund established to provide direct financial assistance to Anderson residents and businesses impacted by the August 2026 flooding. Funds were raised through community donations, fundraising activities and the August 23 Flood Aid for Anderson benefit event.
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Flood Aid for Anderson assistance is intended for households whose primary residence was directly impacted by the August flooding and is located within a verified flood-affected area.
In general, this includes addresses that were within the areas identified for evacuation during the flood.
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Eligible households may receive approximately $300 in immediate assistance, depending on available funding.
This support is intended to help with short-term, urgent needs following the flood. It is not designed to cover major repairs, rebuilding, or other long-term recovery costs.
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Please provide identification or documentation showing that you live at the address listed on your application.
Examples may include:
Driver’s license or state-issued ID
Utility bill
Lease or rental agreement
Mortgage statement
Property tax statement
Bank statement or other official mail showing your name and address
You may take a clear photo of the document and upload it directly through the application form.
Please make sure your name and address are visible in the photo.
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Applicants may apply regardless of insurance status.
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Yes. Anderson residents who rent their homes may apply for eligible personal losses or recovery needs resulting from the flooding.
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At this time, Phase One of Flood Aid for Anderson assistance is focused on individual households and residents directly impacted by the flooding.
As additional funds are raised, we hope to offer a Phase Two of assistance for flood-impacted Anderson businesses. Updates will be shared as funding and eligibility details become available.
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No. Flood Aid for Anderson is a community-supported charitable fund and is separate from the City of Anderson's emergency flood assistance program. Residents should review the eligibility requirements for each program and may pursue other assistance for which they qualify.
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No. Flood Aid for Anderson is a charitable community relief fund. It is separate from FEMA, state disaster assistance, and other government programs.
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Flood Aid for Anderson assistance is intended to help households meet immediate recovery needs following the flooding, such as food, clothing, cleaning supplies, transportation, temporary lodging, medications, or other essential expenses.
These funds are meant to provide quick, flexible support during the early stages of recovery and are not intended to serve as a long-term repair or rebuilding program.
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No. Applications will be reviewed according to established criteria and available funding. Submitting an application does not guarantee an award.
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Applications will be reviewed using established criteria designed to provide a consistent and equitable process for distributing available funds. Applicants may be contacted if additional information is needed.
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Applications will be reviewed within 2-3 business days. Applicants will be contacted regarding the status of their request or if additional information is needed.
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Receiving assistance from another source does not prevent you from applying. Applicants may be asked to disclose other assistance received.
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If your application is approved, assistance will be provided by check.
You may choose to have the check mailed to the address you provide on the application or pick it up at a designated location. Pickup details will be provided when your application is approved.
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Phase One is focused on households located within the documented flood-impacted area. If your primary residence is outside this area but you experienced flood-related damage, you will have an opportunity to apply during Phase Two, beginning September 14, depending on available funds.
Additional information about Phase Two eligibility and the application process will be shared as it becomes available.
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The goal is for Phase One applications to remain open through September 10, depending on available funding and the number of applications received.
Because this is a community-funded relief effort, the timeline may shift as applications are reviewed and additional contributions are received. If funding allows for an additional phase of assistance, we hope to share more information around September 14.
Updates may be announced sooner or later based on available funds and community need. Please follow Anderson Indiana Main Street and the Madison County Community Foundation on social media for the latest information.
Looking for Other Flood Relief Resources?
Flood Aid for Anderson is one of several resources available to residents affected by the flooding.
For current information about financial assistance, cleanup, housing, food, supplies and other recovery services, visit the Madison County Flood Relief Resource Page.
Want to Help?
Help anderson recover
The benefit event may be over, but the opportunity to help continues. Donations to Flood Aid for Anderson will support direct assistance for Anderson residents and businesses impacted by the historic flooding.
